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Identify the Directive/s that is/are applicable to your product. Please contact us to know the Directive at Euro Veritas Support.
Identify the conformity assessment procedure that must be taken. This could be self-declaration, involve testing, inspection or quality system assessment from Euro VERITAS Registrars or a combination of these. The conformity assessment procedure will differ depending on your product and the Directive in respect of which you will be CE Marking. If you are unsure about which procedure to take please contact for advice Euro Veritas Support.
Determine the date by which you must take action. This will be the date that the Directive comes into force. The majority of Directives are already in force. In these cases, it is an offence to place a product on the market without CE Marking because it indicates a presumption of conformity with all relevant legislation.
Identify if there are any Harmonized European Standards applicable to your product. These are not always mandatory for manufacturers although there is a presumption that conformity to these standards will give conformity to the relevant part of the Directive. Whenever possible or appropriate, manufacturers should follow harmonized standards. Contact us for information on Harmonized Standards at Euro Veritas Support.
Ensure the product complies with all the essential requirements of the Directive(s). Take appropriate measures to comply or identify existing data and test reports.
Identify whether independent assessment of your conformity to the Directive, or some aspects of it, is required. This will be stated in the Directive and is dependent upon the product you are CE Marking. You must not affix CE Marking to your product until all necessary certifications have been obtained.
Maintain technical documentation required by the Directive(s). Your technical documentation should support your compliance with the requirements of the Directive. It is essential to retain this documentation.
Prepare the Declaration of Conformity and the required supporting evidence. The Declaration of Conformity along with the Technical Documentation should be available to Competent Authorities (EU Members) upon request.
Check that no other purely national requirements exist in the countries where the product will be sold. These may include national standards, labeling or packaging requirements.
Affix CE Marking on your product and/or its packaging and accompanying literature as stated in the Directive.
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