Association Of B-BBEE Professionals (ABP) | Accreditation and Regulatory by SANAS and the dtic

Accreditation and Regulatory by SANAS and the dtic

This Portfolio is managed by and its primary function is engaging with the dtic, SANAS, as well as Members.

Please direct all enquiries to accreditation@abp.org.za

The Role of SANAS

  • The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), is recognized by the South African Government as the single National Accreditation Body that gives formal recognition that Laboratories, Certification Bodies, Inspection Bodies, Proficiency Testing Scheme Providers and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) test facilities are competent to carry out specific tasks
  • SANAS has been mandated to accredit BEE verification agencies in terms of accreditation criteria (R47)

The Role of ABP

Why accredited agencies?

The accreditation process, initiated by the dtic and SANAS has the following goals:

Accreditation Principles

R47 Requirements

SANAS R47-03 2020

Support Policies and Procedures

BEE Verification Agency Accreditation Update
Why BEE Verification?

A legitimate verification certificate is a business tool that enables a company to be recognized for its B-BBEE status with the confidence that your status is accurate and verifiable. The process, done once a year will save businesses time since you will not have to provide possible clients with this information every time you tender. A B-BBEE verification certificate is the best way to effectively prove your empowerment status and to therefore position yourself competitively in government tenders and other business pitches.

Using a BEE Verification Agency will provide companies with:

    • The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS), is recognized by the South African Government as the single National Accreditation Body that gives formal recognition that Laboratories, Certification Bodies, Inspection Bodies, Proficiency Testing Scheme Providers and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) test facilities are competent to carry out specific tasks
    • Objectives of ABP:
      • To promote the objectives of the Act and the Codes
      • To promote high levels of professionalism and competence
      • To regulate the proper conduct and practice of members
      • To represent the BEE verification sector in its dealings with the Department, SANAS, the public and other relevant stakeholders.
      • To promote general public knowledge of the BBBEE verification requirements and processes.
      • To facilitate participation by the dtic, and other relevant role-players, in ABP’s activities.
    • The Role of BEE Verification Agencies
    • According to SANAS, the role of BEE Verification agencies includes the following:
    • To assess,verify and validate B-BBEE information for decision making.
    • To verify both disclosed and undisclosed B-BBEE-related information
    • Verification should be based on principles contained in B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice as well as relevant Section 9 Gazetted Sector Codes
    • To provide a Verification Certificate and Report that is valid for 12 months
    • To evaluate B-BBEE transactions and scenarios.
    • Verification Agencies may include indicative B-BBEE scores on scenarios presented.
    • The assurance Impartiality
    • Strict Confidentiality
    • The confidence of an accurate assessment
    • Avoidance of conflicts in regards to fulfilment of B-BBEE criteria
    • The consistency of annual reporting and verification
    • To provide a conducive environment for the implementation of B-BBEE.
    • To facilitate the development of a professional and sound verification industry.
    • To facilitate training and education for the verification agencies through ABP and SANAS
    • To ensure transparency and uniformity in the measurement and reporting of B-BBEE across the board.
    • To ensure that capacity and resources are available in the market for verification process to take place.
    • To ensure proper monitoring and evaluation system on the implementation of B-BBEE
    • General Aim:To give confidence to all parties that rely upon verification
    • Impartiality
    • Competence
    • Responsibility
    • Openness
    • Confidentiality
    • Resolution of Complaints
    • Requirements for BEE Verification Agencies
    • Comply with R47 – Accreditation Criteria
    • Be a Superior Contributor to B-BBEE: Level 4 or above
    • Verify according to the Codes
    • Management Policies and Procedures
    • Structure
    • Management System
    • Document Control
    • Impartiality
    • Confidentiality
    • Control of Records
    • Internal Auditing
    • Verification Policies and Procedures
      • Request for Verification
      • Planning
      • Site Visit Preparation
      • Field Work
      • Verification Decision
      • Verification Methodology
      • Appeals and Complaints
    • Human Resources Management
      • Selection of competent personnel
      • Provision of ongoing training
      • Performance measurement and monitoring
      • Classification as competent
      • Maintenance of up-to-date records
    • External Analysts and Outsourcing
    • Information Requirements and Directory
    • Reference to Verification and Use of Marks
    • SANAS Specialist Technical Committee (STC) tasked with finalisation of Accreditation Criteria that Verification Agencies shall comply with.
    • Meets requirements of :
      • Balance of Interest
      • Impartial