All RecyClass Certificates must be issued by one of the recognised, third-party Certification Bodies.
ARE YOU INTERESTED
in becoming certified ?
You can choose freely among the available Certification Bodies and get in touch with them for more information on audit process and costs.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING
a recognised auditor ?
To become recognised, an auditor must successfully complete a Training Course.
Certification bodies
- More infoLetter of Compatibility, Design for Recycling:European MarketRecyclability certification:GermanyLead auditor:Kostantin HummAuditors based inGermanyRecognised auditors:3
- More infoLetter of Compatibility, Design for Recycling:European MarketRecyclability certification:GermanyLead auditor:Birgit MoersheimAuditors based inGermanyRecognised auditors:1
- More infoLetter of Compatibility, Design for Recycling:European MarketRecyclability certification:GermanyLead auditor:Mechthild AhausAuditors based inGermanyRecognised auditors:1
Training courses for auditors
The RecyClass Auditor Training Courses are designed to equip candidates with the tools necessary to perform audits in accordance with RecyClass standards. Please note that knowledge of recycling processes and of packaging in general is a prerequisite and is not taught in this course.
Duration: 5 weeks (3 weeks for learning + 2 weeks to complete the exam)
Dates: New dates will be available soon
Format: Online – self-paced with live support
Cost: The price to participate in this Auditor Training Course is set at 1,000 € per participant.
Week 1 – 3: Learning Phase
- Access to Audit Documentation to familiarise yourself with the Audit Scheme and Procedures.
- Access to a series of instructional videos covering how to implement audit requirements in the evaluation process.
- Completion of a pre-exam to test knowledge and readiness for the final exam.
- Live Q&A Session with RecyClass experts to clarify concepts, discuss frequently asked questions, and work through practical exercises.
Week 4 – 5: Examination Phase
- Participants have two weeks to complete the final exam to demonstrate their understanding and ability to apply auditing principles in practice.
Requirements for Certification Bodies
Companies and auditors must comply with conditions described in the Requirements for Certification Bodies and Auditors in order to become recognised. This includes the requirement that an auditor must be employed by or under contract with a recognised Certification Body.