Inspection
Inspection Bodies
Accreditation requirements for inspection bodies to demonstrate technical competence, impartiality, consistency, and reliable inspection practices in accordance with internationally accepted accreditation principles.
Accreditation
Publications & accreditation documents
USAB develops and publishes accreditation requirements, policies, procedures, technical criteria, and guidance documents to support Conformity Assessment Bodies seeking accreditation.
Independent assessment • Transparent decisions • Global confidence
General Accreditation Documents
The framework for accreditation activities
These publications establish the framework for accreditation activities and provide comprehensive information on accreditation eligibility, assessment methodology, technical competence, surveillance requirements, and continual compliance across various accreditation programmes.
These documents establish the principles, policies, and operational requirements applicable to organizations seeking or maintaining USAB accreditation.
- General Accreditation Requirements
- Accreditation Application Guidelines
- Accreditation Assessment Procedures
- Accreditation Decision Process
- Rules for the Use of the USAB Accreditation Symbol
- Impartiality and Confidentiality Policy
- Appeals and Complaints Procedure
- Accreditation Surveillance Requirements
- Accreditation Renewal Requirements
- Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct
- Accreditation Fees and Terms
- Technical Assessment Guidelines
Document access
Request accreditation documents
For accreditation publications, application forms, policies, or technical guidance, please contact the USAB Accreditation Department.
usab.accreditation@gmail.comOur accreditation team will promptly provide the appropriate documentation, technical guidance, and application information relevant to your accreditation programme.
Management Systems Accreditation
Accreditation requirements by standard
Criteria designed to assess the competence, impartiality, consistency, and effectiveness of certification bodies operating management system certification programmes.
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management Systems (QMS)
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
ISO 45001:2018
Occupational Health & Safety (OHSMS)
ISO 50001:2018
Energy Management Systems (EnMS)
ISO 22000:2018
Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS)
ISO/IEC 27001:2022
Information Security Management (ISMS)
ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018
IT Service Management (ITSMS)
ISO 22301:2019
Business Continuity Management (BCMS)
ISO 13485:2016
Medical Device Quality Management (MDQMS)
ISO 21001:2018
Educational Organizations Management (EOMS)
ISO 37001:2016
Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS)
ISO 28000
Supply Chain Security Management Systems
ISO 39001
Road Traffic Safety Management Systems
ISO 20121
Event Sustainability Management Systems
ISO 41001
Facility Management Systems
ISO/IEC 27701
Privacy Information Management Systems
ISO 55001
Asset Management Systems
Other Programmes
Requirements beyond management systems
Laboratories
Testing & Calibration Laboratories
Requirements to demonstrate technical competence, quality management, measurement traceability, and the reliability of laboratory testing and calibration activities.
Personnel
Personnel Certification Bodies
Requirements for bodies certifying persons, ensuring competence, impartiality, consistency, and confidence in personnel certification programmes across professional sectors.
Products
Product, Process & Service Certification
Requirements ensuring certification activities are performed competently, consistently, and impartially in accordance with applicable accreditation requirements.
Take the next step
Request the publications relevant to your programme
Organizations seeking accreditation publications, application forms, technical requirements, guidance documents, or accreditation policies are invited to contact the USAB Accreditation Department.