Logo Rules & Regulations

Guidelines for proper use of AKF Certification logo

Certificates and logos issued by AKF remain the property of AKF and must be returned upon request. Use of
the logo must follow AKF guidelines.

. Conform to AKF requirements when referencing certification in media, brochures, advertising, or other documents.
. Do not make or permit any misleading statements regarding certification.
. Do not use any part of the certification document in a misleading manner.
. Discontinue use of certification marks upon suspension or withdrawal.
. Amend advertising if the scope of certification has been reduced.
. Certification mark and/or logo must not be used on laboratory test reports, calibration reports, inspection reports, inspection
certificates, products, or product packaging, or in any manner implying product conformity.
. Do not imply certification applies to activities outside the certified scope.
. Do not use the certification in a way that brings AKF or its certification system into disrepute or reduces public trust.
. Do not place logos on visiting cards.
. Use of Accreditation Body (AB) logos must comply with AB and IAF regulations.

Any misuse or non-compliance with these rules may lead to corrective action, suspension, withdrawal of certification, public disclosure
of the violation, or legal action. Upon such action, all use of logos and certification marks must cease immediately.