Purpose

The purpose of this document is to ensure proper use by certified clients of:

• Shamkris Global Inspection Services Pvt Ltd (SGISPL) Certificates and certification marks
• Certification statements

Scope

• This document provides the rules governing the use of all certificates issued and certification marks provided by Shamkris Global Inspection Services Pvt Ltd.
• The referenced documents provide the rules governing the use of accreditation body marks (see section 3 below).
• The referenced documents provide the rules governing the use of certification-related statements across packaging, websites, brochures, and promotional materials.

Responsibility

• Certified clients shall comply with the rules provided in this document.
• Auditors verify proper usage during visits and report any non-compliance.
• Product certification marks require periodic surveillance to ensure compliance.
• Process/service certification marks require periodic surveillance activities.

Process

Section 1: Use of Shamkris Certificates and Certification Marks

1. Shamkris provides certification marks along with accreditation symbols.
2. Marks may be used in websites, brochures, letterheads, and business cards.
3. Accreditation marks cannot be used independently.
4. Scope limitations must not be misrepresented.
5. Marks cannot be altered but may be resized proportionally.
6. Usage must not harm reputation or mislead stakeholders.
7. Marks must not imply product certification.
8. Paper certificate copies must be marked as copies.
9. Electronic certificates can be used as provided.
10. Copies must be complete.
11. Usage rights are non-transferable without consent.
12. IAF logo usage is prohibited.
13. Certification statements without marks are allowed under conditions.
14. Scope reductions must be reflected in materials.
15. Certification withdrawal requires discontinuation of usage.

Contractual Obligation

Misuse may result in suspension or withdrawal:

• Inadvertent misuse: Immediate correction required.
• Fraud: Certification withdrawal and public notice.

Table 1: Guidance for Use of Certification Marks

Notes

• Note 1: Statements must not mislead.
• Note 2: Refers to product or report.
• Note 3: Packaging must be removable safely.
• Note 4: Must include client, system, standard, and certification body.

Section 2: Additional Information

1. Submit uncertain usage materials for review.
2. Same rules apply to websites.