Code of Federal Regulations · Section
§ 1.612 — What Competency And Capacity Must An Accreditation Body Have To Qualify For Recognition?
21 C.F.R. § 1.612
An accreditation body seeking recognition must demonstrate that it has:
(a) The resources required to adequately implement its accreditation program, including:
(1) Adequate numbers of employees and other agents with relevant knowledge, skills, and experience to effectively evaluate the qualifications of third-party certification bodies seeking accreditation and to effectively monitor the performance of accredited third-party certification bodies; and
(2) Adequate financial resources for its operations; and
(b) The capability to meet the applicable assessment and monitoring requirements, the reporting and notification requirements, and the procedures of this subpart, if recognized.
Authorizing Statute
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General orders19 U.S.C. § 1490
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Definitions; generally21 U.S.C. § 321
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Labeling15 U.S.C. § 1333
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Regulations42 U.S.C. § 216