Product Certification Programs (ISO/IEC 17065)

IAB provides accreditation in accordance with ISO/IEC 17065 for product certification programs to ensure that the marketplace can gain confidence for their activities. The program is overseen by the IAB Certification Accreditation Committee (CAC). The responsibilities of the committee include approving the key policy documents, reviewing the process of evaluation, accreditation decisions, and monitoring/auditing programs.

IAB accreditation program for product certification programs covers a multitude of areas but not limited too;

Appliances Gas and Oil products
Automotive lifting devices Waste Water Treatment
Bottled water and packaged ice Manufactured products and recreational vehicle plumbing products
Building Products Marine Products
Class II biohazard cabinetry Personal protective and safety equipment
Drinking water additives Plastic piping systems and components
Drinking water treatment units Plumbing products
Electric appliances and accessories Recreational and Occupational Health and Safety/Personal protective clothing
Electrical products Sanitation Products
Food service equipment Wastewater treatment units
Gas appliances and accessories Windows and doors
Wood Products

Accreditation Requirements

Product Certification Bodies are assessed against the general criteria contained within ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Requirements for Bodies Certifying Products, Processes and Services.