The first stage of the accreditation process is for the CAB to complete and return their application, including relevant documentation requested within the application form, along with payment to our address.

• Laboratories EN ISO/IEC 17025
• Inspection Bodies EN ISO/IEC 17020
• Product Certification Bodies EN ISO/IEC 17065
• Proficiency Testing Providers ISO/IES 17043
• Calibration and Testing Laboratories EN ISO/IEC 17025
• Management System Certification Bodies EN ISO/IES 17021
• Personnel Certification Bodies EN ISO/IEC 17024

UKAB reviews the application documents against the relevant accreditation criteria and provides a report to the applicant. The next stage of assessment will not proceed until the documented systems meet requirements.

UKAB selects an assessment team who undertake an on-site assessment at the applicant’s offices. The assessment team also witnesses the applicant’s team undertaking assessment activity at their client’s premises. At the completion of the assessments the assessment team writes a report of their findings along with recommendations.

UKAB forms an Accreditation Review Panel (ARP). Members of this panel are individuals who have expertise in the scope of accreditation sought. The ARP reviews the report and makes a decision regarding accreditation.

UKAB forms an Accreditation Review Panel (ARP). Members of this panel are individuals who have expertise in the scope of accreditation sought. The ARP reviews the report and makes a decision regarding accreditation.

If accreditation is approved a Certificate of Accreditation is issued.

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 regular visits are made to the CAB’s offices to assess the CAB’s ongoing compliance with the accreditation criteria. UKAB also selects a sample of CAB auditors and inspectors for witnessing activities. A complete reassessment takes place every 3 years.