Inspection Bodies
We are the only accreditation body in Canada offering the Inspection Body Accreditation Program, which is based on ISO/IEC 17020, the international standard for the operation of various types of inspection bodies.
Canadian regulators and authorities at federal, provincial, territorial and municipal levels have embraced the value of third-party assurance as part of their oversight to ensure the quality of inspections. SCC-accredited inspection bodies must establish ongoing working relationships with applicable Canadian authorities in the intended market of the inspected product, system or installation for each regulated area of accreditation. More information.
Organizations that need to get their products, systems or installations inspected turn to SCC-accredited inspection bodies for third-party oversight. Reasons include regulatory compliance requirements, conformance to applicable standards and codes, and safety assurance.
This SCC accreditation signals that an organization is qualified to inspect products, systems or installations for which it is accredited, ensuring that standards are applied correctly and consistently. We create a foundation of trust by ‘checking the checkers’ and making sure inspection bodies meet the requirements of national and international standards.
Sub-programs
Electrical Equipment
CSA SPE-1000
Independent Safety Assessor for Railway Systems
CSA R114, SCC Requirements and Guidance - Independent Safety Assessor for Railway Systems Accreditation Program
Medical Electrical Equipment
CSA SPE-3000
Medical Gas Piping Systems
CSA Z7396.1
Accreditation documents and resources
Bulletins (technical updates)
| Bulletin number | Title |
|---|---|
| 2024-14 | Overhauled Accreditation Program Overview |
| 2023-03 | Updated Accreditation Services Program Overview |
| 2023-01 | Update on resuming on-site activities |
| 2022-23 | Updated Accreditation Services Program Overview |
| 2022-21 | Streamlining the Accreditation Process |
| 2022-14 | Updated Accreditation Services Program Overview |
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Steps to accreditation
Embark on accreditation or transfer to SCC with confidence. Our team supports your journey, providing personalized, customer-centric services for organizations of all sizes.
Training
The SCC Learning Centre offers a range of public and tailor-made accreditation and standardization training courses. Our top-notch instructors are industry leaders who share their passion with Canadian and international participants.
Find an accredited organization
Search our directory for accredited organizations that perform certification, testing, inspection and verification/validation. Accreditation means they are rigorously assessed based on internationally accepted criteria.