INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITATION CENTER
Read an accreditation scope
The activities expressly covered determine what an accreditation can demonstrate.

Identify the body and activity.
Read the body’s name, the entity responsible for the recognition and the technical activity. A scope may specify disciplines, methods, materials, sectors or locations.
Examine the limits.
Compare the activity you need with the published conditions. A name, logo or general reference does not extend the scope to other activities.
Check status and acceptance.
Consult the responsible source for status and validity. Where a contract, tender or authority requires particular recognition, check that requirement expressly.
This material helps you interpret information and prepare an inquiry. Service and assessment conditions must be confirmed for the relevant programme.

Read this guide online: https://accreditationcenter.org/resources/reading-an-accreditation-scope/