The Steps to European Conformity

Step 1: Identify all applicable Directives and Standards

Step 2: Assess equipment according to the "Essential Requirements" and "Harmonized Standards"

Step 3: Prepare the "Technical File"

Step 4: Prepare and sign the "Declaration of Conformity"

Step 5: Affix the "CE-Marking"

Note:
All five steps are required, whether the manufacturer is completing the process on its own for self-declaration or when utilizing an accredited EU body for the voluntary or mandatory certification procedures. For certification, the EU testing and certification body will perform Steps One and Two, and often times Step Three.

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