FAQ's

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1. What does ISO mean?

2. What is a certification body?

3. What is a UKAS accredited certificate?

4. How long does it usually take to implement an ISO management System?

5. What are the training requirements of auditing?

6. Where are the training courses held?

7. What does IRCA stand for?

8. What does IOSH stand for?

 

What does ISO mean?

ISO stands for International Organisation of Standardisation. It is the hallmark for Audited Management Control Systems throughout Trade and Industry effecting all areas of business and qualified by ISO Certification and Registration.

What is a certification body?

A certification body is an entity that is authorised to certify its suppliers confirming that they conform with the requirements of a specific standard.

What is a UKAS accredited certificate?

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is the only accreditation body recognised by the British government to assess organisations that provide certification, testing, inspection and calibration services.

How long does it usually take to implement an ISO management System?

It really depends on the size of the organisation, the scope it covers and the amount of time the organisation is willing to commit to implement an ISO management system. Quadra estimates the average time to implement such a system to be 3-6 months.

What are the training requirements of auditing?

It is a requirement of the ISO series of standards for companies to have internal audits carried out. Quadra runs training courses which provide practical training for all planning, performance reporting and follow up of internal audits in all industry sectors.

Where are the training courses held?

Quadra deliver the public training courses in Weavers Court in Belfast which is located behind the Europa Hotel and easily accessible from the M1 motorway. Quadra also deliver in-house training courses on the client premises.

What does IRCA stand for?

IRCA stands for the International Register of Certificated Auditors. All of our Quadra trainers are IRCA approved. For further information on IRCA, please refer to www.irca.org

What does IOSH stand for?

IOSH stand for the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and is the chartered body for health and safety professionals in the UK.