The Hellenic Accreditation System

The Hellenic Accreditation System S.A., under the distinctive title ''ESYD'', was established in 2002 and succeeded the Hellenic Accreditation Council, which under the same distinctive title, had operated within the Ministry of Development after 1994. ESYD is a private liability company operating in favour of the public interest with the responsibility of the management of the accreditation system in Greece. The share capital of the company has been undertaken by the Greek State.

The Hellenic Accreditation System (ESYD) has been appointed as the National Accreditation Body of Greece according to the requirements of Article 4 of the Regulation (EC) No 765/2008 according to which each MemberState shall appoint a single national accreditation body.

It is foreseen, however, that shares up to 40% are transferable to legal entities of the public or of the private sector, with scope of activities related to quality issues. Within the Organs of the Company (Managing Board and Hellenic Accreditation Council), a well balanced representation of Ministries, scientific associations and professional and social unions is provided, safeguarding independence and impartiality in its activities.

ESYD is supported in its tasks by a number of Technical Committees, the members of which are experts in particular industry sectors.

ESYD employs external assessors and experts. The assessors are selected and trained according to strictly defined criteria and procedures and they must comply with specific regulations concerning their independence, integrity and confidentiality.

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