IRIS Certification® rev.04 (ISO 22163:2023 and IRIS Certification® Performance Assessment:2023) of the Union of European Railway Industry (UNIFE)
Rail applications - Railway quality management system - ISO 9001:2015 and specific requirements for application in the rail sector
Incentive
Proof of compliance with the rules and regulations for rail vehicle manufacturers and rail operators.
Outcome
The IRIS-certification serves to improve the quality and safety in the entire supply chain of the rail vehicle industry. It is applicable for companies with product development-, manufacturing- and maintenance activities along the entire supply chain. The aim is a continuous improvement with emphasis on error prevention and -reduction in the supply chain as well as the improvement and maintenance of product quality and its safety aspects.
Target groups
Companies and organisations in the rail vehicle industry.
Validity
3 years - there is an annual audit to ensure that standards are being maintained and a recertification audit after 3 years.
Recognition
The certificate is published on www.iris-rail.org and is internationally valid.
Combinations
The standard includes the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/TS 22163:2017 and can be combined with all regulations and standards.