The accreditation process
From enquiry to accreditation
JASANZ accreditation follows a staged process, with defined requirements at each stage. Explore the steps from your initial enquiry through to the accreditation decision.
Step by step
The JASANZ accreditation process
Understand what to prepare, what happens during assessment and what to expect once accreditation is granted.
Stage one
Initial enquiry
The first step is understanding whether JASANZ accreditation is the right for your organisation and the activities you carry out.
Provide details about your organisation, intended accreditation scope and any relevant standards to help the JASANZ team understand your requirements. We’ll review your enquiry and provide information on the relevant accreditation scheme, standard and what the process may involve.
What to have ready
Description of your activities
Intended scope of accreditation
Relevant standards (if known)
Geographic locations of operations
Stage two
Formal application
Once the relevant accreditation scheme has been identified, the next step is to submit a formal application. This defines the proposed scope of accreditation, including the activities, test methods, measurement ranges or product types being assessed, along with information about your operations, personnel and supporting systems.
JASANZ reviews the application for completeness and confirms fees based on the scope and complexity of the assessment. Applications should be submitted when the systems and processes needed to meet the relevant requirements are already in place. Accreditation is not a starting point for building them.
Preparing your application
Review the Accreditation Manual and applicable requirements
Confirm your proposed scope of accreditation
Prepare the required documentation and supporting evidence
Complete and sign the Applicants Deed
Submit your application through the portal
Pay the application fee
Stage three
Document review
Before the assessment takes place, JASANZ reviews the documentation provided as part of your application. This includes the systems, procedures, records and technical information relevant to the proposed scope of accreditation.
The purpose is to identify any significant gaps between your documentation and the requirements of the relevant standard before assessment. If there are material gaps, JASANZ will advise you so they can be addressed before the assessment is scheduled. This saves time for everyone.
Document typically reviewed
Documented processes and procedures
Records demonstrating how requirements are being met
Information about personnel competence and responsibilities
Information about facilities, equipment and resources
Internal review and improvement records
Stage four
On-site technical assessment
During the assessment, JASANZ technical assessors visit your facilities to evaluate how your systems and processes operate in practice. The assessment focuses on technical competence, with assessors reviewing relevant documentation, observing activities, examining equipment and records, and speaking with personnel involved in the work.
JASANZ assessors are technical experts with knowledge relevant to the scope being assessed. Their expertise allows them to evaluate whether the required technical capabilities, processes and controls are in place.
At the conclusion of the assessment, the assessor holds a closing meeting to discuss the findings, including any non-conformances, and outline the next steps.
What assessors may evaluate
How work is performed in practice
Staff knowledge and competence
Processes, procedures and supporting systems
Facilities, equipment and resources
Records and reporting
Impartiality and independence
Stage five
Corrective actions and resolution
Following the assessment, JASANZ provides a report outlining the findings. Where non-conformances are identified, you will need to address them by investigating the cause, taking corrective action and providing evidence that the issue has been resolved.
JASANZ reviews the responses and supporting evidence to determine whether the findings have been satisfactorily addressed. Additional information or a follow-up assessment may be required, depending on the nature of the findings.
Stage six
Accreditation decision and certificate
If accreditation is granted, you'll receive a JASANZ accreditation certificate and scope of accreditation, and be listed on the publicly accessible JASANZ register.
Accreditation demonstrates that your organisation has been independently assessed and recognised as competent in its field, providing confidence to customers, regulators and stakeholders. Ongoing surveillance assessments help maintain confidence in your accredited status.
What you receive
Accreditation certificate
Scope of accreditation
JASANZ register listing
Right to use the JASANZ accreditation mark
Get accredited
If you're ready to apply for JASANZ accreditation, complete the application form to get started.