What Is the Scope of Accreditation?
The scope of accreditation defines the specific activities, technical capabilities and services for which an organisation has been assessed against applicable requirements.
It provides clarity about the activities covered by an accreditation and helps interested parties understand the boundaries of an organisation's assessed competence.
The applicable scope depends on the relevant assessment requirements and the activities formally approved for the organisation.
Why Is Scope Important?
A clearly defined scope helps organisations and interested parties identify the technical activities covered by an assessment. It supports transparency and clarity when reviewing an organisation's capabilities.
Scope and Technical Competence
Assessment of technical competence considers the resources, processes, personnel and procedures required to perform activities within the proposed scope.
Understanding Applicable Requirements
Scope details may identify relevant standards, methods, technical parameters and applicable limitations. These details should be reviewed carefully to understand exactly which activities are covered.