The framework for nearly all management system standards, Annex SL, has been updated with minor changes in requirements which are set to filter through to future standards. What is Annex SL? Annex SL was released in 2012 with ISO 22301…
Recently more and more nonconformities are being raised during external audit against the use of certification marks and logos. Not because the clients who use them aren’t entitled to, but because of nuances in the certification body’s rules. While management…
The recent work-from-home mandate has triggered a paradigm shift in working practices for many people, and driven digital transformation for organisations as a whole. During this time, Risk Management firm Assent has continued to work with clients remotely, helping them…
A Tough Year for the Team has Proved Successful! This year has been like no other and has seen a massive change in how we deliver our services. Although, our dedicated team have met the challenges head on and have…
Remember, remember the 5th of November – but do you remember what you can and cannot burn on bonfire night? We all love creating bonfires every year on 5th November, but when burning waste and materials, it’s crucial to know…
When preparing for your external ISO assessment audit, from your chosen certification body, it’s important to ensure that you can evidence you have met all the requirements of the particular standard. Any gaps or weakness may result in a non-conformance…
Guest blog by NQA. NQA are delighted to announce that we are supporting organisations in the UK return to work safely with our NQA COVID SECURE Guideline Verification. The NQA COVID SECURE Guideline Verification is an independent third party verification.…
The Coronavirus lockdown has rapidly changed the way that many businesses operate. Although the threat of a pandemic already appeared on many risk registers and business continuity plans, ‘no plan survives contact with the enemy’. As the lockdown continues there…
If your organisation is certified to an ISO Standard, or you are thinking about achieving ISO Certification, then the threat of ‘nonconformities’ is probably playing on your mind. Nonconformities can represent weaknesses or deficiencies within your management system, so it’s…
