Start to finish, here's our process.
System Performance Review
•Assesses overall management system effectiveness
•Reviews certification period performance history
•Evaluates previous surveillance findings
•Examines system relevance to current operations
Assessment Scope - Our recertification audit examines:
•System effectiveness amid organizational changes
•Response to external regulatory shifts
•Continued scope applicability
•Multi-site compliance requirements
Key Focus Areas
•Management commitment to system improvement
•Achievement of organizational objectives
•Operational effectiveness
•Continuous enhancement initiatives
For significant organizational changes, Emagine may require a Stage 1 assessment before recertification. Multi-site organizations receive tailored audit coverage ensuring comprehensive evaluation across all locations.
Addressing Nonconformities - When our audit identifies nonconformities, Emagine:
•Sets specific deadlines for corrections
•Requires implementation before certification expiration
•Verifies corrective action effectiveness
Certification Renewal Decisions - Renewal recommendations consider:
•Recertification audit results
•Historical system performance
•Stakeholder feedback and complaints
•Overall certification period compliance
Certificate Timeline Management For successful recertification:
•New certificate expiry aligns with previous cycle
•Issue date follows recertification approval
•Continuous certification maintained
Important Timeline Considerations - If Emagine cannot: Complete recertification audit, or Verify corrective actions before expiration Then:
• Certification recommendation withheld
• Certificate validity not extended
•Client notified of implications
•Certificate Restoration
•Available within 6 months post-expiration
•Requires completion of outstanding activities
•May require new Stage 2 audit and new certificate dates reflect prior certification cycle