UK UNIVERSITY OF ACCREDITION STANDARD CERTIFICATION
UKAS VISION, MISSION AND QUALITY POLICY
Vision
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UKAS
Mission
To provide the highest quality accreditation services for all concerned with public safety and sustainability through the principle of “One Test, One Inspection, One Certification Worldwide.”
UKAS
Quality Policy
Uk University of Accredition standard certification is committed to operating its accreditation programs and related services in compliance with ISO/IEC Standard 17011, national and international conformity assessment requirements and the needs and requirements of its customers. Through regular internal audits, management reviews, customer surveys and other relevant measures, UKAS will strive to maintain a consistent culture of quality, professionalism and competence.
UKASWHY ACCREDITATION?
Worldwide demand for reliable, safe products and services makes accreditation a necessity.
Accreditation from a globally respected agency like UKAS means immediate acceptance and assures confidence in your service or product. The best way to demonstrate the highest level of service and good value is through accreditation. Choosing the right organization to evaluate and accredit your professional services has direct impact on your success.
Accreditation is essential if you are involved in any profession that has a direct impact on public safety and welfare. International Accreditation Service welcomes the opportunity to partner with you and help you achieve and maintain your accreditation.
The UKAS Accreditation Mark
When you see the UKAS Accreditation Mark, it means that a company has been evaluated for its technical competence and quality of service and has proven that it meets recognized standards. The UKAS Accreditation Mark is recognized and accepted around the world as a symbol for organizations that meet the standards that matter the most. Read more on our transition to new UKAS Corporate Logos and Accreditation Symbols.
Advantages of UKAS Accreditation
If your organization strives to meet regulatory requirements, improve your business operations, attract new customers or simply want to distinguish your organization from competitors, UKAS accreditation will provide you with a significant advantage.
MARKETING ADVANTAGE
Because UKAS accreditation is highly respected and recognized as a reliable indicator of technical competence, our accredited clientele use it to effectively market their services. UKAS accreditation can be used by companies or organizations to improve the quality of their services or products thereby improving their public image and marketability. Most industries routinely specify that companies maintain accreditation by a nationally recognized accreditation body such as UKAS.
PROMPT, PERSONAL SERVICE
Getting accredited is your goal – Having a positive experience while you are pursuing accreditation is a big plus. Exceptional service is what you receive when you pursue accreditation with UKAS. We are sensitive to your needs and work hard to meet them.
TIME AND COST SAVING
Organizations involved in conformity assessment can improve their processes using input gained from onsite assessment and by learning about best practices from experienced UKAS assessors and peer evaluators. Ultimately, accreditation results in reduced cost, time savings and improvement of products and services.
COMPETENCY
UKAS accreditation provides evidence that companies render competent services in line with national and international standards.
CONFIDENCE
Our international recognition and reputation with industry provides complete confidence in the quality and competence of its services.
INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION
Through a system of international arrangements with organizations including APAC, ILAC and IAF, the services of UKAS accredited companies are readily accepted in overseas markets. This recognition reduces costs for manufacturers, importers, and exporters that have their products tested, inspected, or certified by UKAS accredited entities eliminating the need for re-testing, re-inspection, or re-certification in another economy.
OUTSTANDING QUALITY OF ASSESSMENTS
UKAS places tremendous importance on the training of its assessors. This leads to high levels of assessor competency, technical expertise, and value-added assessments.
ENHANCED KNOWLEDGE BASE
With its excellent knowledge base and teams of technical experts, UKAS helps to improve the quality of work performed by its accredited companies.
UK UNIVERSITY OF ACCREDITION STANDARD CERTIFICATION
THE ACCREDITATION PROCESS
UKAS accredits organizations by verifying their technical competence and assessing their quality management systems based on recognized industry standards.
The accreditation process begins with the customer’s submittal of an application, applicable fees, and documentation cited in the applicable UKAS accreditation criteria.
An UKAS accreditation officer partners with each customer throughout the accreditation process, beginning with a review of the submitted data and the requested scope of accreditation.
Once the data has been reviewed and determined to comply with the applicable criteria, UKAS matches an assessment team, comprising quality system, technical, and subject matter experts, to the requested scope of accreditation. The team conducts an on-site assessment and develops an assessment report.
After satisfying UKAS accreditation requirements and demonstrating technical competence, the customer receives an accreditation certificate.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The UKAS Board of Directors is comprised of members drawn from a cross section of agencies and industry, including conformity assessment bodies, regulatory agencies, manufacturing sectors and user groups.
