Name : Global ACI-FMRA-001 Structure and Normative Documents Under the Scope of Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated MRA

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document lists the main scopes and sub-scopes under the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated MRA.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-MRA-001 Multilateral Recognition Arrangement: Structure, Scope and Obligations

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document outlines the scope and obligations of signatories to the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Arrangement (MRA) and serves as its policy statement.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-MRA-002 Multilateral Recognition Arrangement: Management of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated MRA

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document defines the management framework implementing the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA).

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-MRA-003 Policies and Procedures for the Management and Expansion of the Scope of the Global ACI Arrangement

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document outlines the policies and procedures used by Global ACI for managing and expanding the scope of the Global ACI Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA).

Version Number : 1.1

Issue Date : 05 May 2026

Implementation Date : 10 Feb 2026

Document File :

Name : Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated-FIN-001 Membership Fees

Category : Financial Documents

Description : This procedure outlines the process for calculating the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated membership fees, the invoicing and payment process, as well as the consequences of non-payment of fees.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 23 Oct 2025

Implementation Date : 23 Oct 2025

Document File :

Name : Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated-MRA-004 Requirements and Procedures for Evaluation of a Regional Cooperation Body

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document sets out the requirements and procedures for the evaluation of Regional Cooperation Bodies (RCBs) seeking recognition under the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA).

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 23 Oct 2025

Implementation Date : 01 Jan 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI MRA-006 Use of the MRA Mark by Accreditation Bodies and Conformity Assessment Bodies, and Claims of Accreditation Status by Conformity Assessment Bodies

Category : MRA Documents

Description : This document outlines the rules for using the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA) Mark by Global ACI MRA signatories and for claiming accreditation status by conformity assessment bodies accredited by Global ACI Full Members.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 23 Oct 2025

Implementation Date : 01 Jan 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-BRCGS Endorsed Scheme Agreement

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the endorsed scheme agreement agreed between Global ACI and BRCGS. This agreement was signed between Global ACI and BRCGS by Mr Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr Mike Wilson, Managing Director of BRCGS, on 14 April 2026 to outline the Global ACI endorsement of specified BRCGS schemes.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-FAMI-QS Endorsed Scheme Agreement

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the endorsed scheme agreement agreed between Global ACI and FAMI-QS. This agreement was signed between Global ACI and FAMI-QS by Mr Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Ms. Kylie Sheehan, Secretary General of FAMI-QS, on 14 April 2026 to outline the Global ACI endorsement of the FAMI-QS certification scheme.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-FIN-004 Funding Support Policy for Developing Accreditation Bodies – Global ACI

Category : Financial Documents

Description : The main aim of the Global ACI funding support policy is to assist Global ACI accreditation body members from developing economies to reach and maintain Global ACI MRA signatory status and to strengthen their accreditation activities. This document applies to all requests for funds from the Global ACI budget allocation for supporting accreditation bodies from developing economies.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 29 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-Foundation FSSC Endorsed Scheme Agreement

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the endorsed scheme agreement agreed between Global ACI and Foundation FSSC. This agreement was signed between Global ACI and Foundation FSSC by Mr Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr Aldin Hilbrands, Chief Executive Officer of Foundation FSSC, on 14 April 2026 to outline the Global ACI endorsement of specified Foundation FSSC schemes.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-001 Constitution

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document provides the overarching framework for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated's purpose, membership, governance, operations and administration.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 18 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 18 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-002 General Rules

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document sets out the practical requirements and procedures governing membership, conduct, representation, decision-making, administration and the day-to-day operation of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-003 Member Code of Conduct

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document outlines the broad principles of legal and ethical business conduct embraced by Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated. This Code of Conduct is applicable to all Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated members.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-007 Indemnity and Insurance of Officers

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document provides details of the indemnity and insurance arrangements made by Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated and the related processes for implementation.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-008 Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Permanent Committees and Subordinate Groups

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated's permanent committees and subordinate groups, outlining their composition, powers, functions and procedures to enable transparency and effective management.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-009 Terms of Reference – Arrangement Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Arrangement Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-010 Terms of Reference – Arrangement Management Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Arrangement Management Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-011 Terms of Reference – Accreditation Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Accreditation Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-012 Terms of Reference – Technical Committee 1

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Technical Committee 1.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 22 May 2026

Implementation Date : 22 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-013 Terms of Reference – Technical Committee 2

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Technical Committee 2.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-014 Terms of Reference – Technical Committee 3

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Technical Committee 3.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-015 Terms of Reference – Stakeholder Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Stakeholder Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-016 Terms of Reference – Development Support Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Development Support Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-017 Terms of Reference – Communication Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Communication Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-018 Terms of Reference – Permanent Working Group on MRA Documentation

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Permanent Working Group on MRA Documentation.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-019 Terms of Reference – Financial Audit Committee

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Financial Audit Committee.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-020 Terms of Reference – Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Treasurer

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Treasurer.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-GOV-021 Terms of Reference – Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Quality Manager

Category : Governance Documents

Description : This document defines the terms of reference for the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated Quality Manager.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-IFS Endorsed Scheme Agreement

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the endorsed scheme agreement agreed between Global ACI and IFS. This agreement was signed between Global ACI and IFS by Mr Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr Stephan Tromp, Managing Director of IFS, on 14 April 2026 to outline the Global ACI endorsement of specified IFS schemes.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-IIW Endorsed Scheme Agreement

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the endorsed scheme agreement agreed between Global ACI and IIW. This agreement was signed between Global ACI and IIW by Mr Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr Luca Costa, Chief Executive Officer of IIW, on 15 April 2026 to outline the Global ACI endorsement of the IIW Scheme for Certification of International Welding Inspectors.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 15 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 15 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-ISO Memorandum of Understanding

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the MoU agreed between Global ACI and ISO. The MoU was signed by Mr. Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr. Sergio Mujica, the Secretary-General of ISO, on 14 April 2026.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-MS-004 Procedures for Handling Disputes, Complaints and Appeals

Category : Management System Documents

Description : This document outlines the process for handling disputes, complaints, and appeals in Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated.

Version Number : 2.0

Issue Date : 14 May 2026

Implementation Date : 14 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-OIML Memorandum of Understanding

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the MoU agreed between Global ACI and OIML. The MoU was signed by Mr. Brahim Houla, the Chair of Global ACI, and Mr. Bobjoseph Mathew, the President of CIML, on 14 April 2024.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-001 (G) Accreditation Requirements and Operating Criteria for Horseracing Laboratories

Category : Technical Documents

Description : The purpose of this document is to provide: 1) Part A: A compilation of test-method-related requirements for horseracing laboratories that accreditation bodies have submitted. 2) Part B: Recommendations for establishing the presence of prohibited substances that have been agreed within the horseracing industry. 3) Part C: Additional recommendations on compliance with an appropriate performance specification, and the adoption of harmonised definitions for terms commonly used by racing chemists.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-002 (G) Guidelines on Decision Rules and Statements of Conformity

Category : Technical Documents

Description : This guidance document assists laboratories in the use of decision rules when declaring statements of conformity to a specification or standard as required by ISO/IEC 17025:2017.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-003 (G) Guidelines for Measurement Uncertainty in Testing

Category : Technical Documents

Description : The aim of this document is to provide guidance and related references for the evaluation of measurement uncertainty in testing, as well as to encourage the customary reporting of measurement uncertainty in order to fulfil expectations of relevant clauses from ISO/IEC 17025:2017. The document also aims to assist laboratories in understanding the common approach taken by accreditation bodies when performing assessments against these requirements.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-004 (G) Modules in a Forensic Science Process

Category : Technical Documents

Description : This document is intended to provide guidance for laboratories, scene of crime investigation units and other entities involved in examination or testing in the forensic science process by providing guidance for the application of ISO/IEC 17020 and ISO/IEC 17025.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-008 (M) Policy for Proficiency Testing and/or Interlaboratory Comparisons Other Than Proficiency Testing

Category : Technical Documents

Description : This policy sets out the requirements for, and gives guidance to, accreditation bodies (ABs) on the use and assessment of proficiency testing (PT) and/or interlaboratory comparisons (ILCs) other than PT in the accreditation process for all conformity assessment bodies performing testing or calibration activities – i.e. testing, sampling, calibration and medical laboratories, inspection bodies, biobanks, PT providers and reference material producers. It also aims to assist ABs to consistently define and apply relevant PT policies, thereby providing a tool for harmonisation in the process of establishing multilateral and bilateral agreements according to Global ACI-MRA-004.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-1-009 (M) Global ACI Policy for Measurement Uncertainty in Calibration

Category : Technical Documents

Description : This policy sets out the requirements for the statement of Calibration and Measurement Capabilities (CMCs) and for the evaluation of measurement uncertainty in calibration certificates or reports.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-TECH-2-002 (G) Guidance on Measurements Performed as Part of an Inspection Process

Category : Technical Documents

Description : This document provides recommendations on how to approach situations where examinations that form part of an inspection assignment include the performance of measurements.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 26 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 26 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-UNIDO Memorandum of Understanding

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the MoU agreed between Global ACI and UNIDO. The MoU was signed by Mr. Brahim Houla, Global ACI Chair, and Mr. Ciyong Zou, UNIDO Deputy to the Director General and Managing Director, TCS, on 18 May 2026.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 18 May 2026

Implementation Date : 18 May 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI-WADA Memorandum of Understanding

Category : Memoranda of Understanding and Agreements

Description : Copy of the text of the MoU agreed between Global ACI and WADA. The MoU was signed by Mr. Brahim Houla, Global ACI Chair, and Prof. Olivier Rabin, WADA Senior Director, Science and Medicine, in April 2026.

Version Number : 1.0

Issue Date : 14 Apr 2026

Implementation Date : 14 Apr 2026

Document File :

Name : Global ACI–IAF and ILAC Document Cross-Reference Table

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This document maps Global ACI documents to the related International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) publications.

Version Number : 3.0

Issue Date : 30 Jun 2026

Implementation Date : 30 Jun 2026

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 1:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Audit and Certification of a Management System Operated by a Multi-Site Organization

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This document is for the audit and certification of management systems of organisations with a number of sites with a single management system.

Version Number : Issue 3, Version 1

Issue Date : 18 Oct 2023

Implementation Date : 18 Oct 2023

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 2:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Transfer of Accredited Certification of Management Systems

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This document provides normative criteria on the transfer of accredited management system certification between certification bodies. The criteria may also be applicable in the case of acquisitions of certification bodies accredited by a Global ACI or Regional MRA signatory.

Version Number : Issue 2, Version 2

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Implementation Date : 15 Jun 2018

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 4:2025 IAF Mandatory Document for the Use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for Conformity Assessment Purposes

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This mandatory document provides for the consistent application of information and communication technology when used as part of the conformity assessment methodology. The scope of this document includes management systems, validation and verification, personnel certification and product certification. The document is applicable to conformity assessment bodies and accreditation bodies. The use of ICT is not mandatory and may be used for other types of conformity assessment activities, but if used as part of the conformity assessment methodology, it is mandatory to conform to this document.

Version Number : Issue 3, Version 1

Issue Date : 30 Jan 2025

Implementation Date : 30 Jan 2026

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 5:2023 Determination of Audit Time of Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This document is mandatory for the consistent application of the relevant clauses of ISO/IEC 17021-1 for audits of quality, environmental, and occupational health and safety management systems. All clauses of ISO/IEC 17021-1 continue to apply and this document does not supersede any of the requirements in that standard.

Version Number : Issue 4, Version 3

Issue Date : 14 Jun 2023

Implementation Date : 07 May 2020

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 6:2024 IAF Mandatory Document for the Application of ISO 14065:2020

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : This document is mandatory for the consistent application of ISO 14065:2020 for the accreditation of validation or verification bodies for environmental information validation or verification.

Version Number : Issue 3, Version 2

Issue Date : 11 Sept 2024

Implementation Date : 30 Jun 2024

Document File :

Name : IAF MD 7:2023 IAF Mandatory Document for the Harmonization of Sanctions and Dealing with Fraudulent Behaviour

Category : IAF/ILAC Documents - Cross-Reference Table

Description : Mandatory document which clarifies situations where sanctions are to be applied to applicant or accredited conformity assessment bodies, and the subsequent necessary communication which shall be taken by accreditation bodies.

Version Number : Issue 2, Version 2

Issue Date : 19 Jul 2023

Implementation Date : 21 Feb 2024

Document File :