Preparing the published article.
Buying to a Standard: Practical Advice
Quoting a standard in a purchase order is not the same as complying with it.
How to buy compliance properly
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Identify | Which standards apply to your machine and market |
| Specify | State the exact standard, edition and scope |
| Ask | Request the declaration or test report, not a statement of intent |
| Verify | Check the scope covers your configuration |
| Retain | File the evidence with the technical documentation |
Common failings
- Accepting a certificate for a different model or factory.
- Specifying a standard without the year of the edition.
- Assuming the supplier knows which market the machine is going to.
Compliance obligations sit with the party placing the machine on the market. Confirm responsibilities in the contract.