ABSTRACT
Procedure by which an authoritative body gives formal recognition that a body or person is competent to carry out specific tasks (ISO=CASCO 193 (Rev. 2), 1.11 (8) and ISO Guide 2: 1996, 12.11) (9).
Procedure by which a third party gives written assurance that a product, process, or service conforms to specified requirements (ISO=CASCO 193 (Rev. 2), 4.1.2 (8) and ISO Guide 2: 1996, 15.1.2) (9).
