Suspended

Suspended Clients – ISO Certification

RCPL is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, credibility, and transparency in all ISO certification processes. As part of this commitment, we maintain and regularly update a list of clients whose ISO certifications have been suspended through our associated accredited certification bodies.

Suspension is a formal status applied when a certified organization temporarily fails to comply with the requirements of the ISO standard or breaches contractual or audit obligations related to its certification.

What Does “Suspended” Mean in ISO Certification?

A suspension means that the organization’s ISO certificate is not currently valid and cannot be used or promoted until the issue is resolved. It is a temporary measure, not a cancellation, and is typically applied for reasons such as:

• Failure to undergo surveillance or recertification audits on time

• Non-conformities not being addressed or corrected within the required time frame

• Misuse or misrepresentation of the ISO certificate

• Breach of certification terms or ethical violations

• Voluntary suspension by the client (in rare cases)

During the suspension period:

• The organization must not advertise or use the certification

• It is not eligible for tender submissions or audit approvals

• Corrective actions must be implemented within a defined timeframe

Purpose of This Suspension Notice

RCPL publish a suspension list to:

Maintain transparency with customers, regulators, and stakeholders
Ensure proper use of ISO certification
Support public verification and confidence in accredited certification
Give clients a clear pathway to reinstatement by addressing non-conformities

Suspended Client Register Includes:

• Company Name

• Certification Standard (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, ISO 27001, ISO 45001)

• Certification Number

• Certification Body

• Date of Suspension

• Reason for Suspension (brief description, if appropriate)

(Example note: "Details are updated regularly based on communication with the accredited certification body.")

Reinstatement of Certification

Suspension is a reversible status. Once the client has addressed the issues raised during audits or assessments, the certification body may conduct a re-audit or follow-up evaluation. If successful, the certificate will be reinstated to active status and removed from the suspended list.

Our team actively supports suspended clients in identifying corrective actions and helping them return to full compliance.