Terms of Use

01PURPOSE AND SCOPE

This text is prepared to determine the rules to be followed by the organizations (hereinafter referred to as the “CUSTOMER”) benefiting from ISO management systems certification, CE marking consultancy/certification and training services provided by Medicert International Certification Ltd. Co. (hereinafter referred to as the “ORGANIZATION”), and the terms of use of documents and marks.

02DEFINITIONS

Certificate:The certificate given to the organization that is successful after certification audits.
Logo/Mark:Symbols belonging to the ORGANIZATION and the relevant accreditation body (e.g., IAKS etc.).
Accreditation Mark:The symbol belonging to the parent organization that confirms the competence of the ORGANIZATION.

03GENERAL TERMS OF USE AND OWNERSHIP

3.1. The ownership rights of all documents, reports and logos issued by the ORGANIZATION belong to the ORGANIZATION. The CUSTOMER has the right to use these documents only during the validity period of the certificate and as long as it complies with this specification.

3.2. When the certificate expires, is suspended or cancelled, the CUSTOMER loses all rights of use.

04DOCUMENT AND LOGO USAGE RULES

4.1. Scope and Facility Limitation:

Logos can only be used at the addresses specified in the certificate and within the scope of the certified activity. It cannot be used for other branches of the company or for activities outside the scope.

4.2. Product and Laboratory Restriction:

Use on Product: Management system logos (ISO logos) cannot be used directly on a product or in a way that implies the product is approved.

Laboratory Reports: Logos cannot be used on laboratory test, calibration or inspection reports.

No Misleading Statement: The CUSTOMER cannot express the certification as “certified by ISO”. Correct expression: “Certified by Medicert International Certification Ltd. Co. according to ISO 9001:2015 standard.”

05CE MARKING AND TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION

5.1. CE Marking Format: The CE mark must be affixed to the product by adhering to the minimum height of 5mm and proportions specified in the relevant directives.

5.2. Declaration of Conformity: The CUSTOMER is legally responsible for the accuracy of the prepared Technical File and EU Declaration of Conformity. Consultancy service does not transfer the responsibility to the ORGANIZATION.

06GRAPHIC STANDARDS

The aspect ratio of the logos cannot be changed in any way. Original corporate colors must be used. The accreditation mark can never be used alone; it must be used together with the ORGANIZATION logo. In black and white printing, all details of the logo must be selectable.

07CUSTOMER OBLIGATIONS

The CUSTOMER must immediately notify the ORGANIZATION of the critical changes made in the management system or product structure (address, title, scope change).

Failure to allow surveillance audits to be carried out on time leads to the cancellation of the certificate.

The CUSTOMER must avoid any advertising and promotion activities that will damage the prestige of the certificate.

08SUSPENSION AND CANCELLATION OF CERTIFICATE

Organizations whose certificate has been suspended or cancelled are obliged to remove the logos on all media within 15 days at the latest.

09PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION

The ORGANIZATION undertakes to keep all trade secrets and data obtained during the audit and consultancy process confidential. CUSTOMER information is not shared with third parties except for legal obligations or accreditation rules.

10LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY AND JURISDICTION

In case of violation of these conditions, the ORGANIZATION reserves the right to material and moral compensation. Izmir Courts and Enforcement Offices are authorized to resolve disputes.