The following steps are involved:
Module ‘A’ (Internal Production control) Applicable for products falling under EMC and Low Voltage Directives. Manufacturer’s product is tested by a third party. Modules ‘B’ to ‘H’ Mandatory involvement of European Lab is required which issues “Type Examination Certificate”, certifies documentation (called “Technical Construction File” (TCF) and carries out inspections.
Declaration of Conformity The CE Marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to indicate conformity with the essential requirements set out in European Directives. In order to use the CE mark on a product the manufacturer must draw up a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) in which the manufacturer attests conformity with all relevant New Approach Directives (NADs) and takes sole legal responsibility. In some instances an NAD may require a Notified Body to issue a Certificate of Conformity in order to verify performance of the product or constancy of the production process (Factory Production Control) for example. The DoC must include: manufacturer’s details (name and address etc); essential characteristics the product complies; any European standards and performance data; if relevant the identification number of the Notified Body; and a legally binding signature on behalf of the organization. Mutual recognition of conformity assessment There are numerous ‘Agreements on Mutual Recognition of Conformity Assessment’ between the European Union and other countries such as the USA, Japan, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and Israel. Consequently the CE mark is now found on many products from these countries. Turkey (which is not a member of the EEA) also requires products to show CE marking as affirmation of conformity. Dimensions The CE logo must be at least 5 mm high. The letters “CE” are not enough. The logo must not be modified. |