1. Registration in the REDcert EU system

The company declares its intention to join the REDcert EU system. An application form is completed on the website at https://redcert.eu/RegistrierungSystemAuswahl.aspx and a participation agreement is concluded with the standard owner.

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2. Contact with EVOCERT

The company contacts EVOCERT in order to complete the application and sign a certification agreement for carrying out the conformity assessment process in accordance with REDcert EU requirements.

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3. Preparation for the audit

The company prepares the required documentation, including: raw material registers, data on greenhouse gas emissions, land management, supply chain information, compliance with sustainability criteria, etc.

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4. On-site audit

The auditor conducts an inspection at the company’s premises (and, if applicable, at production or storage locations), verifying compliance of activities with the requirements of the REDcert EU system.

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5. Audit report and conformity assessment

Based on the audit, a report is prepared. If non-conformities are identified, the company must implement corrective actions before the certificate is issued.

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6. Issuance of the REDcert certificate

Following a positive conformity assessment, the certification body issues a REDcert EU certificate, which is valid for 12 months. The certificate is available on the REDcert website under the “Certificates” section..

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7. Annual surveillance audits (recertification)

In order to maintain certification, the company is required to undergo annual audits confirming continued compliance with system requirements.

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