How to Become Accreditated

Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited accepts applications for accreditation from “Conformity Assessment Bodies (CAB's) and Further Education & Training Institutions (FETI)” (referred as an “Applicant”) around the world.

The application process for the  Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited accreditation is as follows:

• Applicant to download Accreditation Scheme Manual and the Application Pack

• Applicant reads and understands Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited Accreditation Scheme Manual especially the Requirements for Granting and Maintaining Accreditation and the current fee structure

• Applicant makes sure that they comply with the relevant requirements of ISO/ IEC 17021:2006 and other accreditation requirements such as “Responsible Education Provider”™ as specified by Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited in their Accreditation Scheme Manual and that they have essential resources to undertake activities throughout the scope requested and will pay all fees to Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited, whether or not accreditation is granted.

• Applicant CAB's completes and returns their application, including relevant documentation demanded within the application form, along with payment to Accreditation Commission For Conformity Assessment Bodies Private Limited

• Upon receipt of the Application Forms and Requisite Fees, Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited reviews the application documents against the relevant accreditation criteria and provides a report to the applicant. The next stage of assessment will not progress until the documented systems meet necessities.

• Applicant CAB's makes all necessary arrangements for conducting the office and witness assessment including access to all areas, records and personnel.

• Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited selects an assessment team who undertake an on-site assessment at the applicant's offices and other locations as appropriate. At the completion of the assessments the assessment team writes a report of their findings along with recommendations to the Accreditation Approval Committee (AAC).

• The AAC reviews the report and makes a decision regarding accreditation.

• If accreditation is approved a Certificate of Accreditation is allotted to the applicant on signing the Accreditation Agreement.

• If accreditation is not approved, the applicant is advised of the reasons for the decision. A further application may be considered at a later date.

• Once an applicant is accredited consistent visits are made to assess the Accredited Organization's ongoing compliance with the accreditation criteria.

• A complete reassessment takes place each three years.

The Benefits of Accreditation

Confidence in the market place and in our public services is essential. Trust is placed in the products and services on offer often without a second thought by the customer, such are the regulations and standards against which products are manufactured and services provided.

For Government

There are many duties placed on government departments, local authorities and other agencies to confirm that trust is maintained. Whether it is health, water quality, food, consumer goods or transport safety, for example, the public sector delivers the framework for the assurance that goods and services are safe and the environment we live in is clean and protected.

Accreditation by Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited can also limit the need for government to regulate industry and the professions. It provides an alternative means of ensuring the reliability of activities that have the potential to impact on public confidence or the national reputation. Global Akkerdattion Forum Limited, where requested, assesses organizations and recommends to government their appointment as Notified Bodies as required by EU Directives and Regulations.

For Business

Companies big and small buy independent evaluations either through choice (to reduce the risk of product failure for example) or as a consequence of legal requirements (such as health and safety regulations). Most commonly these evaluations are calibration of equipment, product testing, and inspection of equipment and certification of quality management systems.

• Accreditation standards are usually regarded as optimal and achievable.

• Accreditation provides a visible commitment by an organization to improve the quality of product and/or services, ensure a safe environment and continually work to reduce risks.

• Independent Evaluations contributes to the organization’s Success.

• Accreditation has gained worldwide attention as an effective quality evaluation and management tool.

• Confidence in the market place and in our public services is essential. Trust is placed in the products and services often without a second thought by the customer, such are the regulations and standards against which products are manufactured and services provided

• Using the accredited route has the advantage of a single transparent and repeatable approach. Over time this should improve consistency, resulting in better risk management. At the same time it should eliminate the cost of reinventing the wheel, thus contributing to the drive for open and modern government.

• Accreditation provides an alternative means of ensuring the reliability of activities that have the potential to impact on public confidence or the national reputation.

• Companies seek independent evaluations either through choice (to reduce the risk of product failure for example) or as a consequence of legal requirements (such as health and safety regulations).

• Most commonly these evaluations are calibration of equipment, product testing, and inspection of equipment and certification of quality management systems.