Inspection Audit
An Inspection Audit is the regular review of production processes, quality measures and manufacturing conditions within the framework of an existing EAC certification in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The purpose of the Inspection Audit is to ensure that certified products continue to comply with regulatory requirements and that the conditions for maintaining certification remain fulfilled.
The Inspection Audit forms part of ongoing production surveillance and complements inspection control procedures within the applicable certification scheme.
Within EAC certification procedures, the Inspection Audit primarily serves to:
- verify ongoing conformity,
- evaluate the stability of production processes,
- assess quality management measures,
- identify modifications to products or manufacturing processes,
- and ensure the continued validity of certifications.
Regulatory requirements are based on:
- Technical Regulations of the EAEU (TR EAEU / TR CU),
- applicable certification schemes,
- GOST standards,
- as well as product-specific safety requirements.
Inspection Audits are typically performed by:
- accredited Certification Bodies,
- technical auditors,
- inspection organizations,
- or officially recognized inspection authorities.
Depending on the product category and certification scheme, an Inspection Audit may include:
- evaluation of manufacturing conditions,
- review of the quality management system,
- inspection of production processes,
- sample testing,
- document review,
- verification of technical modifications,
- inspection of testing and measuring equipment,
- as well as confirmation of ongoing product conformity.
The scope and frequency of Inspection Audits depend on:
- the certification scheme,
- product category,
- hazard potential,
- regulatory requirements,
- as well as certificate validity periods.
For:
- machinery,
- pressure equipment,
- electrical equipment,
- industrial systems,
- explosion-protected products,
- as well as safety-critical technical systems,
regular Inspection Audits are often mandatory parts of certification procedures.
The results of the Inspection Audit are typically incorporated into:
- inspection reports,
- production surveillance reports,
- test reports,
- Technical Documentation,
- as well as decisions regarding continuation, suspension or withdrawal of certifications.
If non-conformities are identified during an Inspection Audit, this may result in:
- additional testing requirements,
- corrective actions,
- certification restrictions,
- suspension of certificates,
- or withdrawal of certification.
Inspection Audit is closely connected to:
- production surveillance,
- inspection control,
- factory inspection,
- quality management systems,
- conformity assessment,
- EAC certification,
- Technical Documentation,
- as well as certification cycles.
A regulatorily compliant audit process is essential for maintaining long-term certification validity within the Eurasian Economic Union.
We support manufacturers, exporters and plant engineering companies in preparing for and conducting regulatorily compliant Inspection Audits within the EAEU. Our services include documentation review, audit preparation, coordination with accredited Certification Bodies and support during production and surveillance audits. This ensures legally compliant, reliable and sustainable market access throughout the EAEU.