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First steps to becoming certified
What's the process and where to start?
So you are not yet certified?
What are the first considerations for your business?
At IPAS UK Ltd we pride ourselves on making the road to certification as smooth as possible. From the moment of enquiry, we ensure all information we provide is as clear and straight forward as it can be.
Read below to understand how we can assist your business...
First Steps to ISO Certification with IPAS UK Ltd
At IPAS UK Ltd, we understand that the journey to ISO certification can seem complex—but we’re here to make it clear, structured, and stress-free. Whether you're aiming for ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), ISO 45001 (Health & Safety), or another standard, our experienced consultants will guide you every step of the way.
Here’s what you can expect when you take your first steps with us:
1. Initial Consultation (Free & No Obligation)
Your journey begins with a free consultation. This is a friendly, no-pressure conversation where we learn about your organisation, your goals, and which ISO standards you’re interested in.
✅ We’ll explain what’s involved in the certification process
✅ Discuss your current management systems (if any)
✅ Identify any gaps or challenges
✅ Offer tailored advice and a roadmap for your organisation
2. Gap Analysis & Proposal
Next, we’ll conduct a Gap Analysis (if required) to assess your current processes against the ISO standard(s) you’re targeting. This allows us to:
🔍 Identify areas of compliance and non-compliance
📋 Provide a clear action plan with timescales
💷 Offer a transparent quotation for our services
📅 Assign a dedicated consultant to your business
3. System Development & Training
We help you build or refine your management system to meet ISO requirements, including:
✍️ Developing policies, procedures, and documentation
📚 Training your staff to understand and maintain the system
🔁 Integrating the system into your daily operations
4. Internal Audit & Readiness Check
Before certification, we carry out an internal audit to ensure everything is in place and working as intended. This includes:
🛠 Reviewing documentation and processes
✅ Checking compliance with the standard
📈 Recommending any final improvements
5. Certification Support
We assist you in choosing an accredited certification body and support you through the audit process. Your IPAS consultant will:
🤝 Liaise with the certification body
🎯 Attend the audit (if required)
📝 Help address any findings quickly and effectively
6. Ongoing Support
After certification, we offer ongoing support to help you maintain and continually improve your management system—ensuring long-term success and compliance.
🔄 Annual audits
📊 System reviews and ongoing amendments
🧭 Guidance on continuous improvement
Ready to Begin?
Get in touch with us today to book your free initial consultation.