ISO certifications play a vital role in ensuring that businesses in Lesotho meet global benchmarks for quality, environmental management, health and safety, and information security, among others.

Applicable ISO Standards in Lesotho

ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems): ISO 9001 is the world’s most recognized quality management standard, helps organizations ensure that they meet customer and other stakeholder needs within statutory and regulatory requirements related to a product or service.

ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems): Provides a framework for organizations to protect the environment and respond to changing environmental conditions in balance with socio-economic needs.

ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems): Designed to prevent work-related injury and ill-health and to provide safe and healthy workplaces.

ISO 27001:2022 (Information Security Management Systems): Helps organizations manage the security of assets such as financial information, intellectual property, employee details, or information entrusted by third parties.

ISO 22000:2018 (Food Safety Management Systems): ISO 22000 helps organizations involved in the food chain to demonstrate their ability to control food safety hazards to ensure that food is safe at the time of human consumption.

ISO 13485:2016 (Medical Devices — Quality Management Systems): This standard is for organizations involved in the design, production, installation, and servicing of medical devices and related services.

ISO 50001:2018 (Energy Management Systems): ISO 50001 supports organizations in all sectors to use energy more efficiently, through the development of an energy management system (EnMS).

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How we can help

At Pacific Certifications, we specialize in auditing and certifying organizations to these internationally recognized ISO standards. Our team of experienced auditors works meticulously to ensure that your organization meets the stringent requirements of these standards. Here’s how we can assist:

Pre-Audit Assessment:

• We perform a detailed gap analysis to identify areas where your current practices diverge from the standard requirements.

Stage 1 Audit:

• In this initial audit phase, we evaluate your organization’s readiness for the full certification audit.

Stage 2 Audit:

• Our auditors conduct a thorough on-site or virtual assessment to verify the implementation and effectiveness of your management system.
• After the audit, we present a detailed report highlighting findings, non-conformities, and areas of improvement.

Certification Decision:

• Our certification board reviews the audit findings and the effectiveness of corrective actions. Upon approval, we proceed with the certification issuance.
• Once your organization meets all requirements, we issue the certification. The certificate is valid three years, with annual surveillance audits to ensure ongoing compliance.

We also provide after certification support:

• Post-Certification Support
• Surveillance Audits
• Re-Certification Audits

At the end of the certification cycle, we conduct a comprehensive re-certification audit to ensure your management system remains compliant. Successful completion of this audit leads to re-certification.

Market News & Research

This year, the trend towards sustainability and digital transformation is more pronounced than ever. Organizations worldwide are increasingly seeking ISO 14001 certification to demonstrate their commitment to environmental sustainability. Similarly, with the rise of cyber threats, ISO 27001 certification for information security is becoming a critical requirement for businesses.

In Lesotho, the drive towards adopting these standards is gaining momentum, with various sectors recognizing the value of ISO certifications in enhancing operational efficiency and market credibility.

ISO certifications are instrumental in positioning Lesotho’s businesses on the global stage by ensuring compliance with international standards.

We look forward to partnering with you on your journey towards achieving ISO certification and realizing your business objectives with the credibility that comes with internationally recognized standards.

Contact us today at support@pacificcert.com to know how we can help!

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