Recertification audit Clause Samples
A recertification audit clause outlines the requirement for periodic reassessment of compliance with certain standards or contractual obligations. Typically, this clause specifies the frequency and scope of audits, such as annual reviews of processes, documentation, or performance to ensure ongoing adherence to agreed-upon criteria. Its core function is to maintain continuous compliance and accountability, addressing the risk of standards lapsing over time.
Recertification audit. 1.3.1 To extend the certification for a further three years, a re-certification audit is to be performed at the client and concluded positively before the expiry of the validity period.
1.3.2 This procedure corresponds to that for the certification audit, whereby the necessity and scope of the stage 1 audit is established dependent on the changes to the client’s management system, the client’s organization or the context in which the client’s management system is operating.
1.3.3 Upon successful re-certification, the term of the certificate is extended by another 3 years, starting from the expiry date of the previous certificate. The re-certification audit and the positive certification decision must have been done by the expiry date.