Conformity assessment studies can be carried out with the design stage of the products or with the production stage or both. For conformity assessment, modules are prepared containing different processes for the widest possible range of products. These modules are used to prove that the products meet the requirements of the directive, depending on the type and risks involved.
This modular system includes testing and inspection, control and certification of a product. These studies take place in different modules depending on the type of products, the development stages of these products, the type of evaluation work to be performed and the organization which carries out the evaluation. In directives, CE label and how the module will be included in the product. The features of these modules are briefly as follows:
- Module A. Internal production control
It includes the design and production stages of a product. The manufacturer shall prepare a technical dossier containing information on the design, manufacture and use of the product, conformity assessment and puts the CE label on the product.
- Module B. Type examination
It is only related to the design stage of the products and is used with the manufacturing module. In this module the conformity assessment is carried out by the notified body and a certificate is issued. CE marking may not be used by the manufacturer.
- Module C. Type compliance
Subsequent to Module B, it covers the production stage of designated products. Following the type examination, the manufacturer declares that the product complies with the Type Examination Certificate and fulfills the directive requirements of the product and places the CE label on the product. No notified body is required in this module.
- Module D. Production quality assurance
This module covers the production stage in the continuation of Module B and is not used alone. The basis is EN ISO 9002 standard. The final inspection and testing of the product as well as the control of the quality system are carried out by the notified body. The approved Quality Assurance System is subject to European Union oversight. Manufacturer written declaration of conformity After placing the product puts the CE mark.
- E. Product quality assurance
Subsequent to Module B, it covers the production phase. The basis is EN ISO 9003 standard. The final inspection and testing of the product as well as the control of the quality system are carried out by the notified body. After the manufacturer gives a written declaration of conformity, it places the CE mark on the product.
- F. Product Verification
Subsequent to Module B, it covers the production phase. A notified body carries out the final inspection and testing of the product as well as the control of the quality system. After the manufacturer gives a written declaration of conformity, it places the CE mark on the product.
- G. Unit verification
This module covers the design and production stages of the product. Each product must be inspected and certified by a notified body. This module is generally used for unit production or small series production. After the manufacturer gives a written declaration of conformity, it places the CE mark on the product.
- H. Full Quality Assurance
This module covers the design and production stages of the product and is based on the EN ISO 9001 standard. The final inspection and testing of the product as well as the control of the quality system are carried out by the notified body. After the manufacturer gives a written declaration of conformity, it places the CE mark on the product.
The TÜRCERT certification body primarily focuses on certification studies. However, in addition to these studies, it also offers technical services such as various test and inspection studies. Therefore, if there is a need to get more information about what the CE marking means and how the CE product certification is made, do not hesitate to apply to the managers and employees of the TÜRCERT certification body.