ISO 46001 certification| DQS

Have your water efficiency management systems certified by DQS

ISO 46001 is a standard for certifying water efficiency management systems (WEMS). The standard ensures that WEMS lead to efficient and sustainable use of water. It identifies requirements and provides flexible guidance for implementing and maintaining water efficiency management systems in organizations.

Cost savings through efficient water management

Improves the water balance sheet

Optimize your company's image

More accurate data for sustainability reporting

Target audience

The standard can be applied by all companies and organizations. Water-intensive trades and industries in particular can benefit greatly from the introduction of the standard.

Structure and contents

The following requirements are prerequisites for ISO 46001 certification.Planning: The WEMS is aligned with the company context, managers and employees are involved, the WEMS strategy and the risks and opportunities of the WEMS are elaborated.Implementation: Defined WEMS processes and measures are implemented in accordance with ISO 46001.Control: Data, measurements and analyses are monitored and evaluated. Processes are controlled by internal audits.Optimization: Processes and measures are continuously adapted and improved. Savings potentials are identified and implemented by evaluating the data.

Certification Process

In the first step, you discuss your company, your management system, and the goals of certification with us. On this basis, you will promptly receive a detailed and transparent offer, tailored to your individual needs.

The certification audit starts with a system analysis (audit stage 1) and the evaluation of your documentation, objectives, results of your management review and internal audits. During this process, we determine whether your water efficiency management system is sufficiently developed and ready for certification.
In the next step (system audit stage 2), your on-site auditor assesses the effectiveness of all management processes. In a final meeting, your auditor will provide you with a detailed presentation of the results and possible improvement potential for your company. If necessary, action plans will be agreed upon.

After the certification audit, the results are evaluated by the independent certification board of DQS. You will receive an audit report documenting the audit results. If all requirements of ISO 46001 are met, you will receive an internationally recognized certificate.

To ensure that your company continues to meet all the important criteria of the standard after the certification audit, we conduct surveillance audits on an annual basis. This provides competent support for the continuous improvement of your management system and business processes.

The certificate is valid for a maximum of three years. Recertification is carried out in good time before expiry to ensure continued compliance with the applicable standard requirements. Upon fulfillment, a new certificate is issued.

How much does ISO 46001 certification cost?

The cost of ISO 46001 certification depends on a number of factors. For example, whether you already have a certified management system plays an important role. Furthermore, the size of your company as well as the water consumption have an influence on the duration of the audit and thus on the price. We will be happy to make you an individual offer for your company or organization without obligation.