ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015
Management System Certification Bodies.
ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 sets principles and requirements for the competence, consistency, and impartiality of bodies that audit and certify management systems. DR ISO Malaysia helps certification bodies translate these requirements into practical governance, documented processes, competent personnel controls, and assessment-ready evidence.
Important Note
In Malaysia, Standards Malaysia uses MS ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 under its Accreditation of Certification Bodies (ACB) Scheme. Applicable ISO/IEC 17021 series parts, scheme-owner requirements, and IAF mandatory documents depend on the management system and requested accreditation scope.
Key Benefits
- Establish impartial governance and manage conflicts of interest.
- Define and evaluate competence for auditors and certification personnel.
- Standardize application review, audits, certification decisions, and surveillance.
- Prepare documented evidence for accreditation assessments and scope extensions.
Who Needs This?
New or operating management system certification bodies seeking initial accreditation, renewal, scope expansion, or stronger conformity with accreditation requirements.
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