What is KITEMARK?
The Kitemark is a UK product and service quality trademark which is owned and operated by the British Standards Institution (BSI Group).
The Kitemark is most frequently used to identify products where safety is paramount, such as crash helmets, smoke alarms, and flood defenses. In recent years the Kitemark has also been applied to a range of services, such as electrical installations; car servicing and accident repair; and window installations.
Benefits of KITEMARK Certification
Reduced risk
Reputation
Access to new business
Improved efficiency
Customer satisfaction
Helps you stand out from your competitors
Certified KITEMARK Certification Video
Who can be certified KITEMARK Certification?
Kitemark™ schemes are available for the following industries and sectors:
Automotive
Construction
Electrical
Emergency lighting and luminaires
Energy
Financial products
Fire
Flood protection
IT and digital transactions
Personal Protective Equipment
Removal Services
Document required for KITEMARK Certification
- Technical File, Product Master File (TCF)
- Product Testing
- System Manual
- System Procedure
- Policy
- Objectives
- Mission & Vision
- Plant Master File
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
- Checklist
- Forms
- Formats
- Records
The extent of Documented Information differs as per:
- Product and it's uses
- Testing requirement of products
- Standard in which product classified
- Notify body Certificate
Role of Shamkris and Process of KITEMARK Certification
Shamkris adopts a results-oriented approach to compliance product certification, A simple & practical method of product certification organization in timely compliance and fulfills the product certification requirement. Shamkris support 100% on documentation required to comply with product certification either by self-certification or notify body certification to depend on directives.
The implementation process is described below:
Day 1
Scope defined
NoBo
Selection
Cost Estimates
• Finding directive and EN standard applicable to the product
• Selecting the appropriate certification scheme
• Based on the scope of the product and certification scheme
Week 1
Developing Documents
• Technical file, Plant Master file and Test Protocol
• Management System Manual, Management System Procedures, Policy, Objectives, Forms etc.
• Review of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Week 4
Implementing Product Management System
• KITEMARK Awareness training to QC manager and Production Manager
• Implementing a well-documented manual throughout the life cycle of the product
Week 8
Internal Audit, MRM, CAPA
• Internal audits identifying nonconformities related to KITEMARK requirements
• Management Review Meetings
• Corrective and Preventive Action plan for nonconformities
Week 10
NoBo
Audit
N-C Closing
• Shamkris acts on your behalf and assists youd in the third-party audit
• Closing of any nonconformities identified by the NoBo
Week 12
NoBo
• KITEMARK certificates issued for 1 years
• Renewal every year
Year on Year
Yearly Compliance
• Support of Yearly documentation for audit
FAQ
The Kitemark is a UK product and service quality trademark which is owned and operated by the British Standards Institution (BSI Group). The Kitemark is most frequently used to identify products where safety is paramount, such as crash helmets, smoke alarms and flood defences.
Today the BSI Kitemark can be seen on hundreds of products from manhole covers to condoms, from security locks to fire extinguishers and riding helmets. Manufacturers with the BSI Kitemark are an elite club of some of world’s best companies and brands.
The Kitemark was first introduced by BSI (the British Standards Institute) in 1903.