The Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2006 No. 3418

Regulation 24(2)

SCHEDULE 5 Minimum Criteria for the Assessment of United Kingdom Notified Bodies

1.  Availability of personnel and of the necessary means and equipment;

2.  Technical competence and professional integrity of personnel;

3.  Independence in preparing the reports and performing the verification function provided for in the EMC Directive;

4.  Independence of staff and technical personnel in relation to all interested parties, groups or persons directly or indirectly concerned with the equipment in question;

5.  Maintenance of professional secrecy by personnel; and

6.  Possession of civil liability insurance unless such liability is covered by the Government of the United Kingdom.