Name : IAF PL 2:2024 Bylaws of the International Accreditation Forum, Inc.

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : Bylaws of the International Accreditation Forum.

Issue : 8

Code : IAF PL 2:2024

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 07 Mar 2024

Application Date : 20 Jul 2022

Document File :

Name : IAF-ISO Joint Communiqué on the addition of Climate Change considerations to Management Systems Standards

Category : Communiqués Documents

Description : The purpose of this communiqué is to highlight the publication of Climate Action Amendments to existing and new ISO Management Systems Standards (MSS) to reflect ISO’s Climate Action commitments.

Issue : 1

Code : Joint

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 22 Feb 2024

Application Date : 22 Feb 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 7:2024 IAF Quality Manual

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : Describes the management system established to ensure the effective implementation of the Mission, policies and objectives of the International Accreditation Forum.

Issue : 2

Code : PL 7:2024

Version Number : 5

Issue Date : 21 Feb 2024

Application Date : 09 Jul 2014

Document File :

Name : IAF PR 2:2024 General Procedures for the Development of IAF Documents

Category : Procedure Documents (PR Series)

Description : This procedure sets out the rules for the development and approval of IAF documents. (See also IAF GA Resolution 2018-24, which provides a definition for the term 'application date' as used in IAF documents).

Issue : 5

Code : PR 2:2024

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 06 Feb 2024

Application Date : 06 Feb 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF ID13:2024 IAF Medical Device Nomenclature (IAF MDN) Including Medical Device Risk Classifications

Category : Informative Documents (ID Series)

Description : This document, developed to support of IAF MD8 and MD9, provides long established medical device names and classifications, where risk classifications do not exist in the Global Medical Device Nomenclature (GMDN).

Issue : 1

Code : IAF ID 13:2024

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 24 Jan 2024

Application Date : 30 Jan 2017

Document File :

Name : Why use an accredited management system certification body?

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : Selecting the right certification body to carry out your certification can be a difficult decision. A certification body that has been accredited by an accreditation body that is a signatory to the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) has proven that it complies with best practice and it is competent to deliver a consistently reliable and impartial service that meets the appropriate internationally recognised standard.

Issue : 2

Code : IAF B3

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 05 Jan 2024

Application Date : 05 Jan 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF MD23:2023 Control of Entities Operating on Behalf of Accredited Management Systems Certification Bodies

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document relates to entities, performing and/or managing management system certification activities, on behalf of Certification Bodies (CBs) holding accreditation, which are not wholly or partly owned or employed by the CB.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 23:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 20 Dec 2023

Application Date : 20 Dec 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 8:2023 Application of ISO/IEC 17011:2017 in the Field of Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO 13485)

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document provides normative criteria on the application of ISO/IEC 17011:2017 for the accreditation of bodies providing audit and certification of organization’s management system to ISO 13485. All clauses of ISO/IEC 17011:2017 continue to apply and this document provides additional criteria to that standard.

Issue : 5

Code : MD 8:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 20 Nov 2023

Application Date : 20 Nov 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 9:2023 Application of ISO/IEC 17021-1 in the Field of Medical Device Quality Management Systems (ISO 13485)

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document specifies normative criteria for Conformity Assessment Bodies auditing and certifying organizations’ Quality Management Systems to ISO 13485, in addition to the requirements contained with ISO/IEC 17021-1. It is also appropriate as a requirements document for the peer evaluation process for the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) among Accreditation Bodies.

Issue : 5

Code : MD 9:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 20 Nov 2023

Application Date : 20 Nov 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF ID15:2023 Dealing with Fraudulent Behaviour

Category : Informative Documents (ID Series)

Description : This document is intended to provide a framework within which IAF, regional accreditation groups, accreditation bodies and certification bodies can respond to cases of fraudulent behaviour in order to achieve the mandatory outcomes in IAF MD 7.

Issue : 1

Code : ID 15:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 20 Nov 2023

Application Date : 21 Feb 2024

Document File :

Name : Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) - Annual Report 2022

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : This report sets out the detailed activities that are carried out as part of the peer evaluation process to ensure that regulators, specifiers, and businesses can have confidence in the IAF MLA.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF B

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 08 Nov 2023

Application Date : 08 Nov 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 6:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Application of ISO 14065:2020

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document is mandatory for the consistent application of ISO 14065:2020 for the accreditation of validation or verification bodies for environmental information validation or verification.

Issue : 3

Code : MD 6:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 01 Nov 2023

Application Date : 30 Jun 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF MD28:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Upload and Maintenance of Data on IAF Database

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This MD outlines the mandatory requirements for ABs and CBs to achieve the IAF Database Principles, provides guidance as to how ABs and CBs will conform with those requirements, and outlines sanctions for nonconformity with the requirements of this MD.

Issue : 1

Code : MD 28:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 26 Oct 2023

Application Date : 26 Oct 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 1:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Audit and Certification of a Management System Operated by a Multi-Site Organization

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document is for the audit and certification of management systems of organizations with a number of sites with a single management system.

Issue : 3

Code : MD 1:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 18 Oct 2023

Application Date : 18 Oct 2023

Document File :

Name : Accreditation: Supporting safe food and clean drinking water

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : The production and distribution of food and water involves complex supply chains and processes. Accreditation can help prevent unsafe, unhealthy or environmentally harmful products from entering the market. Learn how in this brochure.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B3

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : Accreditation: Facilitating world trade

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : The majority of world trade involves some level of conformity assessment which, when used effectively, enhances competitiveness by offering proof that products and services adhere to the requirements of governments and the marketplace. Learn how accreditation can facilitate trade in this brochure.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B5

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : Accreditation: Delivering Confidence in construction and the built environment

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : Accreditation can support the construction sector in meeting its need for smarter, cleaner and safer construction. Learn how in this brochure.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : Accreditation: A global tool to support Public Policy

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : Standards, accreditation and conformity assessment are market-based tools that can be used by government policy makers to deliver better regulation, environmental protection, public safety, fraud prevention, fair markets and public trust. This brochure contains an overview for policy makers, regulators and public sector officials explaining why and how these tools could be used in their areas of activity.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B9

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : Accreditation: Delivering confidence in the provision of energy

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : The demand for energy increases each year, yet we are faced with finite fuel resources. There is pressure on industry to cut emissions and to introduce energy efficiency measures. Governments and the private sector face the challenge of determining how to provide more energy for more people, while at the same time, cutting greenhouse gases and pollution. Conformity assessment services provide a means for preventing unsafe, unhealthy or environmentally harmful products from entering the marketplace.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B6

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : How do I gain confidence in an Inspection Body? Do they need ISO 9001 certification or ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation?

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : Accredited ISO 9001 certification and accreditation to ISO/IEC 17020 both provide confidence in the services of an inspection body. Learn how in this brochure.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 18 Sep 2023

Application Date : 18 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD11:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Application of ISO/IEC 17021-1 for Audits of Integrated Management Systems

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document provides requirements for the application of ISO/IEC 17021-1 for the planning and delivery of audits of IMS and, if appropriate, the certification of an organization’s management system(s) against two or more sets of audit criteria/standards.

Issue : 3

Code : MD 11:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 12 Sep 2023

Application Date : 12 Sep 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD27:2023 Transition Requirements for ISO 22003-1:2022

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document provides transition requirements for ISO 22003-1:2022.

Issue : 1

Code : MD 27:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 30 Aug 2023

Application Date : 30 Aug 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 3:2023 Policies and Procedures on the IAF MLA Structure and for Expansion of the Scope of the IAF MLA

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : This document describes the general structure of the IAF MLA; the process for publication of the actual status of the scope of the IAF MLA; and the processes to expand the scope of the IAF MLA.

Issue : 4

Code : PL 3:2023

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 19 Jul 2023

Application Date : 07 Oct 2022

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 7:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Harmonization of Sanctions and Dealing with Fraudulent Behaviour

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : Mandatory document which clarifies situations where sanctions are to be applied to applicant or accredited conformity assessment bodies.and the subsequent necessary communication which shall be taken by accreditation bodies.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 7:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 19 Jul 2023

Application Date : 21 Feb 2024

Document File :

Name : Delivering Sustainability Assurance through Effective Standards and Accredited Conformity Assessment

Category : Communiqués Documents

Description : This statement, jointly released by IAF, ISEAL, UNDP, IIOC, IQNET and TIC Council, highlights the role of standards and accredited conformity assessment on sustainability assurance.

Issue : 1

Code : Joint

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 17 Jul 2023

Application Date : 17 Jul 2023

Document File :

Name : Corporate Sustainability Information Position Paper

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : This position paper aims to outline the value of the international system of accreditation and accredited bodies in providing frameworks that ensure the credibility of the verification of sustainability-related information that meets the requirements of mandatory rules and the emerging expectations of stakeholders; highlight the benefits that the international accreditation system can offer to public authorities, financial and other stakeholders in meeting the growing demand for accurate, credible, and reliable non-financial information; and affirm the centrality of ISO/IEC 17029.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF B

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 12 Jul 2023

Application Date : 12 Jul 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF/ILAC A1:06/2023 IAF/ILAC Multi-Lateral Mutual Recognition Arrangements (Arrangements): Requirements and Procedures for Evaluation of a Regional Group

Category : IAF-ILAC Joint Publications (A Series)

Description : This document provides IAF and/or ILAC with requirements or criteria for evaluating Regional Groups for the purpose of recognition. The date for application of this document is 29 June 2023.

Issue : 1

Code : A1:06/2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 29 Jun 2023

Application Date : 29 Jun 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF/ILAC A2:06/2023 IAF/ILAC Multi-Lateral Mutual Recognition Arrangements (Arrangements): Requirements and Procedures for Evaluation of a Single Accreditation Body

Category : IAF-ILAC Joint Publications (A Series)

Description : This document provides ILAC and IAF with requirements and a procedure for evaluating single Accreditation Bodies for the purpose of qualifying them to sign applicable multi-lateral mutual recognition Arrangement(s). The date for application of this document is immediate.

Issue : 1

Code : A2:06/2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 29 Jun 2023

Application Date : 29 Jun 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF/ILAC A3:06/2023 IAF/ILAC Multi-Lateral Mutual Recognition Arrangements (Arrangements): Template report for the peer evaluation of an Accreditation Body based on ISO/IEC 17011:2017

Category : IAF-ILAC Joint Publications (A Series)

Description : The purpose of this document is to provide a tool for the evaluation and report preparation process, allowing an AB under evaluation to present information, facts and figures about its performance and to provide a means for the evaluation team to present confirmation of this information within the evaluation report.

Issue : 1

Code : A3:06/2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 29 Jun 2023

Application Date : 29 Jun 2023

Document File :

Name : THE GLOBAL ACCREDITATION SYSTEM

Category : Promotional Documents

Description : This presentation provides an introduction to IAF and ILAC.

Issue : 1

Code : IAF/ILAC B

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 27 Jun 2023

Application Date : 27 Jun 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF ML 3:2023 Guidance for responding to Inquiries on Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) Signatory Equivalence and on the acceptance of certification documents

Category : MLA Documents (ML Series)

Description : Procedure to be used by IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) signatories and other IAF members, as appropriate, to respond to inquiries regarding the equivalence of accreditations of MLA signatories and on the acceptance of certification documents.

Issue : 2

Code : ML 3:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 16 Jun 2023

Application Date : 15 Oct 2012

Document File :

Name : IAF ML 4:2023 Policies and Procedures for a MLA on the Level of Single Accreditation Bodies and on the Level of Regional Accreditation Groups

Category : MLA Documents (ML Series)

Description : (See also IAF GA Resolution 2016-24, which supersedes Note 2 of point 3.1.5 of this document). This document defines the policies and procedures that IAF will use to maintain and extend a MLA among both AB Members and Regional Accreditation Group Members which operate a MLA. It also provides the text of the IAF MLA for signature by individual Accreditation Bodies and Recognised Regional Accreditation Groups when they join the MLA.

Issue : 8

Code : ML 4:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 16 Jun 2023

Application Date : 11 May 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF PR 1:2023 Procedure for the Investigation and Resolution of Complaints

Category : Procedure Documents (PR Series)

Description : IAF has adopted the procedure set out in this document for the investigation and resolution of complaints made to IAF. Complaints received may concern decisions and activities of IAF or IAF members, or conformity assessment bodies (CABs) accredited by IAF Accreditation Body Members.

Issue : 3

Code : PR 1:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 16 Jun 2023

Application Date : 27 Jul 2015

Document File :

Name : IAF PR 5:2023 Procedure for Handling Applications for MoU Membership in IAF

Category : Procedure Documents (PR Series)

Description : This document describes procedures to be followed in the processing of applications from Accreditation Bodies, Industry and Certification Body Associations, and Regional Accreditation Groups for Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Membership status in IAF.

Issue : 3

Code : PR 5:2023

Version Number : 1

Issue Date : 16 Jun 2023

Application Date : 16 Jun 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD24:2023 Transition Requirements for ISO 50003:2021

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document provides transition requirements for ISO 50003:2021.

Issue : 1

Code : MD 24:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 16 Jun 2023

Application Date : 08 Dec 2021

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 5:2023 Structure of the International Accreditation Forum Inc.

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : Sets out the structure of the IAF, the responsibilities and duties of the IAF Board, Executive and Officers, as well as the Terms of Reference of the IAF Committees and Subcommittees.

Issue : 7

Code : PL 5:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 15 Jun 2023

Application Date : 21 Oct 2020

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 6:2023 IAF Memorandum of Understanding

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : The IAF Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is the basic membership document of IAF. All members of IAF are required to sign the MoU and to abide by the commitments they make in it.

Issue : 6

Code : PL 6:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 15 Jun 2023

Application Date : 26 Feb 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 8:2023 Rules for the Use of the IAF Logo

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : Sets out the rules for the use of the IAF Logo (as opposed to the IAF MLA Mark).

Issue : 1

Code : PL 8:2023

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 15 Jun 2023

Application Date : 12 Apr 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 9:2023 General Principles for the Use of the IAF CERTSEARCH Mark

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : This document describes principles on the use of the IAF CERTSEARCH Mark by IAF MLA Signatory Accreditation Bodies under main scope ISO/IEC 17021-1, CBs accredited by IAF MLA Signatory ABs, and entities certified by CBs accredited by IAF MLA Signatory ABs.

Issue : 1

Code : PL 9:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 15 Jun 2023

Application Date : 14 Nov 2019

Document File :

Name : IAF PR 7:2023 Requirements for Producing IAF Mandatory Documents on Transitions

Category : Procedure Documents (PR Series)

Description : The objective of this document is to ensure the consistent and harmonized application of ISO/IEC 17011 for transitioning from one version of a normative document to another version of that document.

Issue : 1

Code : PR 7:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 15 Jun 2023

Application Date : 19 May 2022

Document File :

Name : IAF PL 4:2023 Rules for IAF Membership Fees

Category : Policy Documents (PL Series)

Description : This document sets out the rules for calculating and collecting membership fees for IAF members.

Issue : 5

Code : PL 4:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 23 Jul 2018

Document File :

Name : IAF ML 1:2023 Guidance for the Exchange of Documentation among MLA Signatories for the Assessment of Conformity Assessment Bodies

Category : MLA Documents (ML Series)

Description : Describes procedures for the exchange of documentation among accreditation bodies that are members of the IAF MLA, where such documentation issued by the originating accreditation body is requested for consideration as part of assessment activities relating to the granting, maintaining, extending, reducing, suspending and withdrawing of accreditation by the receiving accreditation body. This document does not make it mandatory for IAF member accreditation bodies to exchange documents

Issue : 3

Code : ML 1:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 08 Jan 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 2:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Transfer of Accredited Certification of Management Systems

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document provides normative criteria on the transfer of accredited management system certification between certification bodies. The criteria may also be applicable in the case of acquisitions of certification bodies accredited by an IAF or Regional MLA signatory.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 2:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 15 Jun 2018

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 4:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for Auditing/Assessment Purposes

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : The scope of this document is for the auditing/assessment of management systems, persons and product and is applicable to conformity assessment bodies and accreditation bodies. The use of ICT is not mandatory and may be used for other types of conformity assessment activities, but if used as part of the audit/assessment methodology, it is mandatory to conform to this document.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 4:2023

Version Number : 4

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 04 Jul 2019

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 5:2023 Determination of Audit Time of Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document is mandatory for the consistent application of the relevant clauses of ISO/IEC 17021-1 for audits of quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems. All clauses of ISO/IEC 17021-1 continue to apply and this document does not supersede any of the requirements in that standard.

Issue : 4

Code : MD 5:2023

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 07 May 2020

Document File :

Name : IAF MD12:2023 Accreditation Assessment of Conformity Assessment Bodies with Activities in Multiple Countries

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : Provides requirements for the consistent application of Clause 7 of ISO/IEC 17011 regarding an Accreditation Body (AB)'s Assessment of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CAB)'s that provide certification in countries outside the country in which their head office is located.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 12:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 07 Jan 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF MD13:2023 Knowledge Requirements for Accreditation Body Personnel for Information Security Management Systems (ISO/IEC 27001)

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : Provides specific knowledge requirements for Accreditation Body personnel to harmonize their application of Clause 6.1.2.1 of ISO/IEC 17011:2017 for the accreditation of bodies providing audit and certification of information security management systems (ISMS) to ISO/IEC 27001.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 13:2023

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 03 Dec 2020

Document File :

Name : IAF MD15:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Collection of Data to Provide Indicators of Management System Certification Bodies' Performance

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : Provides the "indicators" which Accreditation Bodies shall require accredited Management System Certification Bodies to report to them on a periodic basis.

Issue : 1

Code : MD15:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 14 Jul 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF MD16:2023 Application of ISO/IEC 17011 for the Accreditation of Food Safety Management Systems (FSMS) Certification Bodies

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document specifies normative criteria for Accreditation Bodies assessing and accrediting CABs which provide audit and certification of FSMS, in addition to the requirements contained with ISO/IEC 17011. It is also appropriate as a requirements document for the peer evaluation process for the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA) among Accreditation Bodies.

Issue : 1

Code : MD16:2023

Version Number : 3

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 15 Dec 2016

Document File :

Name : IAF MD17:2023 Witnessing Activities for the Accreditation of Management Systems Certification Bodies

Category : Mandatory Documents (MD Series)

Description : This document is mandatory for the consistent application of the relevant clauses of ISO/IEC 17011:2017 Conformity assessment - General requirements for accreditation bodies accrediting conformity assessment bodies.

Issue : 2

Code : MD 17:2023

Version Number : 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Application Date : 07 May 2020

Document File :