ISO Certification
ISO certification is a stamp of approval indicating that an organization complies with one of the global standards set by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
The ISO is an independent international body that brings together experts to develop global standards, fostering innovation, and offering solutions to global challenges.
Types of certification
- ISO 14001 for Environmental Management,
- OHSAS 18001 for Occupational Health & Safety,
- TS 16949 for the Automotive Industry,
- SA 8000 focusing on International Human Rights Conventions,
- CE Marking Certification,
- ISO 22000 for Food Safety Management,
- HACCP for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points,
- ISO 15189 for Medical Laboratories,
- ISO 27001 for Information Security Management,
- ISO 17025 for Testing and Calibration Laboratories.
Documents required
PRIVATE LIMITED
- Company's PAN copy
- Directors' address proof copies
- GST certificate copy (if available)
- Latest purchase and sales bill copies
- Electricity bill copy for the premises (if rented, include rental agreement)
- MSME certificate copy (if available)
- MOA, AOA & Certificate of Incorporation copies
- Two photos of the premises
PARTNERSHIP
- Firm's PAN copy
- Partnership deed copy
- Deed registration certificate copy (if registered)
- Partners' address proof copies
- GST certificate copy (if available)
- Latest purchase and sales bill copies
- Electricity bill copy for the premises (if rented, include rental agreement)
- MSME certificate copy (if available)
- Two photos of the premises
PROPRIETORSHIP
- PAN copy
- Proprietor's address proof copy
- GST certificate copy (if available)
- Latest purchase and sales bill copies
- Electricity bill copy for the premises (if rented, include rental agreement)
- Employee details for clearance sheet
- MSME certificate copy
- Two photos of the premises
Benefits of ISO certification:
- Suitable for small and large businesses alike
- Improved internal management
- Reduced wastage
- Enhanced efficiency, productivity, and profitability
- Improved customer retention and acquisition
- Consistent, measurable, and monitored outcomes
- Globally recognized standard
- Compatible with other ISO standards
FAQ
To verify an authentic certificate, start by requesting a copy from the issuing company. Alternatively, you can contact the organization that issued the certificate. We offer a certificate verification service, available for a fee.
ISO and various standards address distinct aspects of business. For example, ISO 9001 focuses on quality management systems while ISO 14001 concerns environmental management systems. ISO certifications don't assure protection against fraud. For fraud protection, refer to the consumer protection act, but it can only be invoked after experiencing fraud. ISO certification, such as ISO 9001 certification, does not guarantee the integrity of a company.
ISO 9000/9001 or quality management system certification ensures that a certified company has proper processes to ensure high-quality products for buyers. However, this doesn't guarantee perfection. There might still be instances where a buyer receives a faulty product or service.
Yes, ISO 9001 certification requires organizations to have a system for managing complaints.
You can file a complaint with the certification body or the accreditation body by providing relevant details.
A certification body, also known as a registrar, issues certifications, while an accreditation body authorizes the certification body to issue the certificate. Accreditation bodies are generally part of the Global Accreditation Group (IAF), but there are also various independent accreditation bodies.