What is ISO 19443?

ISO 19443 is a standard for the quality management system requirements for organizations supplying user important to nuclear safety (ITNS) through the nuclear power supply chain. It adds requirements beyond ISO 9001 standard.

The ISO 19443 Certification for Nuclear Supply Chain Quality Management System :

It's a system where organizations within the nuclear supply chain establish and implement quality management policies and objectives in line with ISO 19443 requirements. Third-party audit evaluate and certify their systematic management of nuclear safety culture.

Importance of ISO 19443

1) Demand for ISO 19443 certification when entering nuclear markets in some countries such as Europe.
  - Prospects for expanded certification, even for domestic nuclear component or service manufacturers based on export requirements.
2) Contribution to the expansion of domestic Nuclear power plant construction and operation based on a nuclear safety culture.
3) Effective application of ISO 19443:2018-related policies and guidelines for domestic KEPIC, ASME certified organizations.

Expected Effects of Nuclear Supply Chain Quality Management

1) Identification and prevention of actual and potential risks affecting nuclear safety.
2) Enhancement of social responsibility by improving the effectiveness and efficiency of nuclear safety management systems.

Target organizations

Public institutions or enterprises and general companies seeking to meet or comply with nuclear safety management requirements from customers or stakeholders.

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