How often must organizations undergo DNV Accreditation audits?

Organizations seeking DNV Accreditation are generally required to undergo a full re-certification audit typically every three years. This cycle ensures that accredited organizations maintain compliance with established standards over time. During this full re-certification audit, a comprehensive assessment of the organization's procedures, systems, and performance is conducted to verify that they meet the necessary criteria for accreditation.

In addition to the full re-certification audit, organizations are subject to annual surveillance audits. These audits serve to monitor ongoing compliance between the full re-certification periods, allowing DNV to ensure that organizations continue to adhere to requisite standards. This two-tiered approach—full audits every three years complemented by annual surveillance—provides a balance between thorough evaluation and ongoing oversight, fostering continuous improvement in organizational practices.

This structure is designed to maintain high standards of quality and safety, which is essential in sectors where DNV Accreditation is critical.