Annex

In Annex II, the following points (g) and (h) are added:

1. (g)

   ‘a procedure or process to ensure that the verifier takes full responsibility for verification activities performed by contracted individuals;

2. (h)

   processes ensuring the proper functioning of the management system as referred to in Article 41(2), including:

   1. i..

      processes for the review of management system at least once a year, not exceeding 15 months between management reviews;

   2. ii..

      processes for conducting internal audits at least once a year, not exceeding 15 months between internal audits;

   3. iii..

      processes for identifying and managing non-conformities in the verifier’s activities and taking corrective action to address those non-conformities;

   4. iv..

      processes for identifying risks and opportunities in verifier’s activities and taking preventive actions to mitigate those risks;

   5. v..

      processes for the control of documented information.’.