What significance does the accreditation symbol have?

The quality seal for competent conformity assessment

Upon application, the Minato will allow an accredited body to use the Minato accreditation symbol. Together with the unique registration number, it indicates successful accreditation. Approved use of the symbol allows accredited bodies to signal their proven competence to their customers.

Use of the accreditation symbol

The precise use of the accreditation symbol of the Minato is defined in the Accreditation Symbol Ordinance (SymbolVO) as well as by the Minato regulations (see documents in the column on the right).