Manufacturing audit

For obtaining a conformity assessment of some products which underlie an obligatory EAC Certification, a manufacturing audit must be conducted. It is required first of all by an EAC Certification for a series production. The following technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic Union require a manufacturing audit:

In some cases a production audit may be replaced by certification of the quality management system if the manufacturer is ISO 9001 certified. Such certification makes it possible to obtain an EAC certificate with the maximum possible duration of five years.

The audit is carried out by a notified body on site. Performance of the production audit is governed by the national standard of the Russian Federation GOST-R 54293-2010 "Production audit for conformity assessment procedures".

The aim of the audit is to determine if the production processes meet the requirements set out in the technical regulations. The procedure and objects of the audit are defined in the technical regulations, for example in Annex 13 of TR CU 018/2011 On safety of wheeled vehicles.

The following areas are checked:

  • infrastructure (territory, production hall, means of transport, etc.)
  • documentation (technical documents, business documents, commercial register extract)
  • staff
  • technological equipment
  • measuring equipment
  • product labeling
  • acceptance test and incoming inspection
  • process monitoring

The following documents must be provided:

Technical documentation for manufacturing audits

Inconsistency in the production or absence of the necessary documentation may result in the refuse of certification. The manufacturer must then submit the missing documents and eliminate the discrepancies within the specified deadline.

After the manufacturing audit, the auditors prepare a final report. The report is decisive for the further conformity assessment procedure.

Typical program for analyzing product conditions

Subject of the test Documents
Infrastructure This can be checked: site plan, construction of workshops,
installation of machines and other equipment, plan of ventilation systems, scheme of product movement within the plant, information about the finishing materials of the premises, etc.
Documents
  • The documents prescribed in the technical regulations;
  • Technical passports, operating documents, schedules for inspections, maintenance, repairs and so on
  • Test procedures, information on the measurement procedure, protocols, files, reports
Machinery and equipment Documentation of manufacturing process, testing of technological equipment
Measuring devices Verification certificate, verification of correct use and storage of the measuring device
Staff If specified in the technical regulations: requirements for competence and qualification, evidence of hygiene training etc.
Incoming inspection of the material, product Test frequency, test methods, scope of control, test results
Special processes Process validation protocols, reports on sample tests, documents on the certification of technological processes
Marking EAC or EX Marking
Additionally ISO certificates, quality manual, organization chart

Costs of manufacturing audits

The cost for manufacturing audits depend on various factors. We always find an individual concept and offer a variety of payment options to meet the needs of our customers.

What is an EAC Certification?

In our video, we explain what an EAC Certification is and how and where to certify or declare your products for the introduction on the EAEU market.

The EAC Certification and the EAC Declaration are complex procedures that attest your products the conformity with the technical regulations of the EAEU and require a lot of know-how. Schmidt & Schmidt will support you with the certification of your products for the EAEU market.

Frequently asked questions about EAC certificates and declarations

The EAC certificate of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is an official document, that proofs the conformity of the products with the harmonized technical regulations of the member states of the EAEU. The products, whose conformity with the technical regulations could be confirmed by the certificate of the EAEU, may be moved and sold in the whole customs area of the member states of the EAEU.
The EAC Declaration of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is an official document that proofs, that the products meet the minimum requirements of the technical regulations of the EAEU. An EAC declaration is issued by the manufacturer, importer or an authorized representative and listed in the official register. Those products, whose conformity with the technical regulations are confirmed by the declaration, have the permission to be freely moved and sold in the whole customs territory of the member states of the EAEU.
The EAC certificate can only be issued after a quality assessment, which has to be carried out by a certification body accredited in one of the member states of the Eurasian Economic Union. The certification is conducted on the basis of technical documentations, company-internal created test reports, or rather test reports provided by accredited test laboratories, as well as on basis of a manufacturing audit on site. The certificate is printed on an official pre-printed form, which has several forgery-proof elements and is authenticated by the signature and seal of an accredited body. The EAC certificate is usually issued for “complex” products that require an extensive control by the authorities.
With the EAC Declaration the manufacturer, importer or authorized representative declares the conformity of his products with the minimum requirements of the technical regulation of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). As distinguished from the EAC certificate, the EAC declaration is issued by the manufacturer or importer himself. All necessary tests and analysis are or made by the manufacturer or in some cases by the laboratory. The applicant issues the EAC declaration himself on a usual piece of paper. The EAC declaration has to be listed in the uniform register of the EAEU by an accredited certification body of one of the member states of the EAEU.
EAC conformity Consulting

Consultancy on EAC conformity assessment

Many exporters find it difficult to keep track of the large number of technical rules and regulations between EAC marking, EAC certification und EAC declaration , state registration and GOST norms. In order to ensure a smooth entry into the EAEU market, we offer a wide range of seminars, lectures, workshops and consultancy services that can be customised to meet individual needs.

Among other things, we share in-depth knowledge of the technical regulation and certification system of the EAEU, as well as the individual steps of conformity assessment and the preparation of the necessary technical documentation.

Thanks to their many years of experience, our experts can also provide you with specific industry knowledge from plant engineering, mechanical engineering, metal construction, measurement technology, electrical engineering, automation technology, medical technology, food technology and the furniture industry.

Preparation of technical documentation

Preparation of technical documentation for EAC certification

The technical documentation plays a major role in introducing new products to the Eurasian Economic Union. They not only provide the basis for conformity assessment, but are also crucial when commissioning, for example, a new machine. Especially the following documents are important:

Technical Passport
Safety justification
Instruction Manual
Safety Data Sheet
Test Report
Ignition Hazard Assessment

Technical expertise, diligence and accuracy in the preparation of the documents are one prerequisite for problem-free distribution and use of the products, machines or plants in the area of the EAEU. It is also mandatory to write the technical documentation in Russian or in the official language of the respective member country in which the product is to be distributed or used.

To avoid any problems, we will be happy to help you create new technical documents or check existing documents for completeness, as well as for linguistic and terminological correctness in Russian.


Type examination for EAC conformity assessment

Type examination for EAC conformity assessment

An important step in the conformity assessment procedure is the testing of product samples, during which the conformity of the products with the respective Technical Regulations of the EAEU is verified. In the case of EAC certification, this may only be carried out in accredited laboratories and must follow specific rules. If it is an EAC declaration, the tests can also be carried out in non-accredited laboratories. A test report is then prepared, which contains the test results as well as information about the manufacturer and the test method.

There are some important points to consider in both the shipment of the samples and the testing process itself. Unfortunately, some unserious certification bodies have also gained access to the market, so great care must be taken when choosing a certification body. To ensure that the sample examinations run smoothly, we support you in

  • the selection of suitable samples for testing,
  • customs clearance
  • and referral to trusted certification bodies and testing laboratories.

Technical translation

Technical translation

In order to export goods and equipment to Russia or other EAEU countries, technical documents and their correct translations into Russian or into the official language of the EAEU member must be submitted. To translate such documents, the translator must have extensive knowledge of a specific technical area as well as knowledge of highly specialized terminology.

Our specialists have many years of experience in the translation of technical documents such as operating manuals, technical passports, safety considerations, risk assessments, device passes, test reports, etc. Schmidt & Schmidt's translators speak Russian, English, German, French and Italian.

We guarantee you a timely, high-quality and accurate translation of all required documents.


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