Purpose
Changes in ownership, name, or legal entity can impact your certification status. To ensure continuity, organisations must notify RACERT in advance of any such changes.
This allows us to assess the impact and take necessary actions to maintain certification validity.
Scope
This applies to all certified organisations undergoing:
Process & Requirements
01
Change of Ownership
A change in the majority shareholder(s) or full ownership must be reported to RACERT. This does not usually impact the legal entity or certification scope, but notification is mandatory.
Required Information:
- Details of new owner(s), including percentage of ownership.
- Disclosure of related entities or conflicts of interest.
- Planned changes affecting key personnel, operational sites, or certification scope.
Failure to notify RACERT may result in certification suspension.
02
Change of Legal Entity
If the organisation’s legal structure changes, certification cannot automatically transfer unless the new entity accepts full contractual, financial, and legal responsibilities of the certified organisation.
Required Information:
- Reason and date of change.
- Confirmation of obligation transfer.
- Supporting legal documents (e.g., registration, merger agreements).
Where obligations cannot be transferred, a new certification application may be required.
03
Change of Name
If an organisation changes its trading or registered name without altering its legal entity, certification can continue under the new name, subject to notification.
Required Information:
- New name and reason for change.
- Confirmation that certification scope remains unchanged.
- Legal proof of name change.
Where obligations cannot be transferred, a new certification application may be required.
Certification, Simplified
Our process ensures that your organisation’s management system meets international standards while aligning with your business objectives.
Review & Approval
Based on the change type, RACERT will:
- Assess compliance impact.
- Conduct an audit (if necessary).
- Update the certification record and issue an amended certificate.
Responsibilities
- Certified Organisation: Provide prior notification and required documentation.
- RACERT: Review the impact, conduct assessments, and update certification records.
Where obligations cannot be transferred, a new certification application may be required.