Frequently Asked Questions
ISO accreditation refers to the process of an organisation being certified by an accredited certification body, such as LRQA, as meeting the requirements of specific ISO standards.
ISO accreditation demonstrates that an organisation has implemented effective management systems and meets internationally recognised standards. It enhances credibility and improves customer confidence.
LRQA is a certification body that assesses organisations’ management systems against ISO standards. They conduct audits, evaluate compliance, and issue certifications to organisations that meet the requirements.
ISO accreditation is valid for a specific period, usually three years. During this time, regular surveillance audits are conducted to ensure ongoing compliance.
ISO accreditation is hard to obtain, and viewed as a badge of recognition that the holder sits in the very top tier of quality builders.
