Archives: Blogs

The process of your business becoming ISO 9001 certified can often be a daunting endeavour. The majority of organisations decide to hire external ISO 9001 consultants because it can ensure the operation is cost-effective and conducted sufficiently. However, there are...

When choosing an ISO consultancy, looking for one with IRCA-qualified auditors is important. But what is IRCA, and why is it important? What is IRCA? IRCA stands for the International Register of Certificated Auditors. IRCA is the world’s original and...

It may seem that with each ISO update comes heaps of complicated changes and difficult new concepts to grapple with. However, you’ll be pleased to discover ISO 9001 was designed with simplicity in mind. But how? Annex SL is a...

The new certification ISO 9001:2015 has arrived, bringing a whole host of new updates to improve how your organisation operates. However, with the introduction of ISO 9001:2015, any certificates dated 2008 expired in September 2018. This is no longer valid...

You may have found this blog because your business is ISO 9001:2008 certified, and you want to make a smooth transition to the new and improved standard. If this is the case – we’ve got some good news and some...

Before you decide that ISO 9001 certification is right for your business, there are a number of factors you need to consider. One of the primary considerations is how long it takes to get ISO 9001 certified. ISO 9001 certification...

ISO 45001 is the international standard for occupational health and safety in the workplace. Getting certified to ISO 45001 can seem daunting and as an employer, you are likely to have many questions about the process, the procedure, and the...

Construction businesses, perhaps more than anyone, need watertight health and safety procedures. A report published by the health and safety executive revealed that in 2017/18, there were 144 fatalities in UK workplaces. Accidents and injuries are mostly preventable; all workers...

To become ISO 45001 certified, you will be audited by specialists who will assess your occupational health and safety management system and processes against specific criteria outlined in the standard. To help you prepare and assess which areas may need...

When it comes to occupational health and safety, responsibilities and policies vary greatly from business to business. We take a look at what is meant by health and safety at work, why it’s important and what a health and safety...