Benchmark Product Certification

Your intended customers need assurance that your factory is manufacturing products that comply with the material, processing and testing requirements of the applicable standard. Many safety category standards (industry, regional, national and international) are in use around the world. It is critical that your product complies with the standard for the market you are targeting.

 You can select from the Safety standards listed below. You can also contact us on 1300 730 134, or submit an on-line enquiry, so that our safety experts can guide you on which standard best applies to your product and intended customers.

Representative samples of your product will need to be tested to prove compliance with the governing standard.

Our technical experts can advise you on the number of samples required and propose suitable test facilities for preliminary testing and for testing of the complete product range. The tests typically are standard for a variety of similar products and check for safety and durability, as well as fitness for purpose.

You can engage the test facility of your choice however it is essential that the test facility is properly accredited to undertake the specific tests required by the standard. Testing can be conducted by the BSI UK Testing Laboratories, or at other NATA or ILAC registered laboratories.

Once product testing is complete, BSI reviews and advises on the test results and test report. One of our expert Client Managers will visit your factory to determine if your management and processes are capable of consistent product manufacture and that the final product complies with the applicable standard. The Client Manager assesses your quality management system (QMS) which must meet requirements for critical activities such as training, process checks, equipment calibration, communication, handling of non-conformances. Our Quality System specialists can guide you in this regard. After each assessment you will receive a confidential report detailing the scope and findings of your assessment as well as Client Manager recommendations.