Our process ensures that your organisation’s management system meets international standards while aligning with your business objectives.
Structured, Transparent, & Efficient Approach to Certification.
The Process
Step-by-Step Certification Process
Application Review
Your certification journey begins with a thorough review of your application. During this stage, we:
✅ Define the scope of certification.
✅ Set the timelines and deliverables.
✅ Formalise the agreement and appoint a qualified lead auditor to guide you through the process.
Pre-Assessment Readiness
For organisations seeking additional preparedness, we offer an optional pre-assessment audit to evaluate your management system before the formal audit. This helps:
✔ Identify potential non-conformities early.
✔ Ensure your documentation aligns with relevant standards.
✔ Provide time for corrective actions before the certification audit.
Stage 1 Audit: Preliminary Evaluation
This audit is conducted remotely or onsite and focuses on reviewing:
🔍 Your management system documentation and policies.
🔍 Mandatory compliance with applicable standard requirements.
🔍 Any initial gaps or non-conformities.
🔹 At the end of Stage 1, you’ll receive a detailed audit report outlining any issues and recommendations for improvement before advancing to Stage 2.
Stage 2 Audit: Comprehensive Assessment
The final audit stage takes place onsite and includes:
🔎 An in-depth evaluation of your implemented controls and processes.
🔎 A risk-based assessment of your management system effectiveness.
🔎 A review of corrective actions from Stage 1.
🔹 Upon successful completion of Stage 2, we compile an audit report with the final findings and recommendations.
Certification Decision Process
The RACERT Certification Committee carefully reviews:
✔ The audit findings from Stage 2.
✔ Any corrective actions taken.
✔ Compliance with international accreditation standards.
If all requirements are met, your organisation will receive a Certificate of Compliance, valid for three years.
Certification Maintenance & Surveillance Audits
Certification is valid for three years, but ongoing compliance is critical. To maintain certification, RACERT conducts:
✅ Surveillance Audits: Annual risk-based audits in Year 2 and Year 3 to ensure continued effectiveness.
✅ Re-certification Audit: Conducted before the certification expires to renew your status.