Definition
A nonconformity is non-fulfillment of a requirement. Requirements may arise from standards, the organization's documented information, customers, or applicable obligations the system addresses.
In audits
Auditors raise nonconformities when evidence shows a requirement is not met. Classification as major/minor follows the auditing body's rules. Opportunities for improvement are not nonconformities.
Expected response
Correction of the instance, cause analysis as appropriate, corrective action to prevent recurrence, and verification of effectiveness.
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FAQs
It may indicate one if a requirement was not met, or if complaint-handling requirements failed. Analyze the case.
Typically the certification body's procedures when it is a CB audit.
Management systems require control of nonconformities and retention of documented information as specified by the standard and your procedures.
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Yes, through corrective action support — CB acceptance remains independent.
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