EAGLE FAQ

Q – What is a certification body?
A – It is an independent organization that validates compliance with management system standards.

Q – Is EAGLE an accredited certification body?
A – Yes.

EAGLE Registration’s ANAB Certificate of Accreditation

EAGLE Registration’s IATF Recognition Certificate

EAGLE Food Registration’s ANAB Certificate of Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015

EAGLE Food Registration’s ANSI Certificate of Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17065:2012

• EAGLE Registrations Inc. is accredited for certification services of:
  – AS9100/AS9120, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 15378, and ISO 45001
  by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).
• EAGLE Registrations Inc. is accredited for certification services of
  – IATF 16949 by the International Automotive Oversight Bureau (IAOB)
  for the International Automotive Task Force (IATF).
• EAGLE Food Registrations Inc. is accredited for certification services of:
  – BRCGS, FSSC 22000, GLOBALG.A.P., ISO 22000, PrimusGFS v3.2 and SQF by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).

Q – Why should I choose an accredited certification body?
A – Being certified by an accredited certification body provides you Certification with Credentials. It’s not just a piece of paper that any company can offer you after an audit. An accredited certification body is held to the highest standards and practices to establish a visual commitment to quality within the marketplace. With oversight and guidance from accreditation boards, accredited certification bodies like EAGLE have the most current best-of-best information from around the world regarding standard requirements.

Q – How long has EAGLE been providing certification services?
A – EAGLE has been providing certification services since 1994.

Q – What benefits are associated with being certified?
A – By obtaining certification, companies demonstrate that their products, services, and systems comply with specific industry standards. Certification will:

• Set your business apart from your competition;
• Improve your business processes;
• Make your company stronger and more profitable;
• Maintain long-term relationships;
• Attract new customers;
• Open up new markets;
• Manage risk

Q – What is ISO – International Organization for Standardization?
A – ISO is the world’s largest developer of voluntary international standards that define specifications for products, services, and good practices to help make industries more efficient and effective.

Q – How many auditors does EAGLE utilize?
A – We utilize over 100 auditors worldwide.

Q – How do I know EAGLE has competent auditors?
A – Every EAGLE auditor is required to participate in competency training focusing on four key areas to ensure your audit is objective, complete, and valuable to your business.

• Customer Service Orientation
• Dependability & Reliability
• Technical Work Effectiveness
• Work Effectiveness

Q – In what geographic locations does EAGLE provide certification services?
A – EAGLE provides certification services worldwide.

Q – What industries does EAGLE provide certification for?
A – Our six core markets are aerospace, automotive, food safety, environmental, health & safety, and medical devices. These core markets touch almost every industry code imaginable.

Q – What is the normal certification cycle for a company?
A – It depends on the certification standard. Most standards are every three years, with food safety being every year.

Q – How many days are involved in the certification process?
A – The number of days is based on the size and complexity of your processes and the standard to which you want to be certified. Request a Free Quote today to have this defined specifically for your company.

Q – What is the certification process?
A – The first step is to Request a Free Quote. Then, a specific process will be defined for your company. Typically the steps are quote, application/contract, manual review, readiness visit, registration assessment, registration decision, surveillance assessment, and recertification assessment.

Q – How much does it cost to become certified?
A – EAGLE will provide services and rates. Request a Free Quote today.

Q – How is EAGLE financially supported?
A – EAGLE Certification Group is a privately held company. A fee schedule for our services is available upon request.

Q – Does EAGLE provide training and or consulting services?
A – No, it would be a conflict of interest for EAGLE to provide training and consulting. However, these services are available through one of our client resource providers. Visit our Consulting & Training Services page for a list of opportunities.