The purpose of the new Assurance Code is to provide guidance for high quality assurance that supports sustainability and improves the effectiveness of different verification and certification models.
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The ISEAL Assurance Code sets out minimum criteria for implementation of the assurance process while recognising that different models can be effective for different purposes. The Code builds on a set of principles for effective assurance and describes how these principles are applied in practice. The Assurance Code references and builds on existing guidance for good practices in certification and accreditation.
The intent of the Assurance Code is not to duplicate existing requirements but to provide additional guidance on practices that are relevant to the implementation of sustainability standards. Within these standards there are many different types of assurance that can be credible and appropriate. Assurance models that are fit for the purposes they serve are capable of scaling-up while at the same time continuing to serve as useful tools to mitigate the risks of non-compliance.
Further Information
If you have questions, comments or suggestions regarding the Assurance Code please contact our Code Development Manager, Paddy Doherty at paddy@isealalliane
