Checklist ISO/IEC 17021: 2006. Conformity assessment ... - Sanas

ISO/IEC 17021 Requirement CB’s References COMMENT BY ASSESSORinclude, at least:a) internal audits and management review?b) a review of action taken on non-conformitiesidentified during the previous audit?c) treatment of complaints?d) effectiveness of the management system with regardto achieving the certified customer’s objectives?e) progress of planned activities aimed at continualimprovement?f) continuing operational control?g) review of any changes? andh) use of marks and/or any other reference tocertification?F 155-029.3.2.2 Are surveillance audits conducted at least once ayear?Is the date of the 1st surveillance audit followinginitial certification not more than 12 months fromthe last day of the Stage 2 audit?9.3.3 Maintaining certificationDoes the CB maintain certification based on demonstrationthat the customer continues to satisfy the requirements of themanagement system standard?Does the CB maintain an organization’s certification basedon a positive recommendation by the audit team leaderwithout further independent review, provided that:a) for any non-conformity or other situation that maylead to suspension or withdrawal of certification, theCB needs to initiate a review by appropriatelycompetent personnel (see 7.2.9), andb) competent personnel of the CB monitor itssurveillance activities, including monitoring thereporting by its auditors, to confirm that thecertification activity is operating effectively?9.4 Re-certification9.4.1 Re-certification cycle9.4.1.1 Is a re-certification audit planned and conducted toevaluate the continued fulfilment of all of the2008-07-25 ©SANAS Page 22 of 34