SOUTHFIELD, MI, October 28-The “Automotive Certification Scheme for ISO/TS 16949: 2002, Rules for Achieving IATF Recognition, Third Edition,” is now available in both electronic document and print formats.

Developed by the International Automotive Task Force, this document sets forth ISO/TS 16949: 2002 implementation criteria for certification body recognition, certification body audit process, certification body auditor qualifications and certificates including:

• Eligibility for certification to ISO/TS 16949:2002
  
• Certification body contract requirements with the client
  
• Audit days determination
  
• Audit planning
  

Any organization seeking ISO/TS 16949: 2002 certification will benefit from knowing the requirements of ISO/TS 16949:2002 certification bodies.

New editions of the “Advanced Product Quality Planning and Control Plan (APQP)” and the “Potential Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)” also are now available.

For more information visit www.aiag.org or call (248) 358-3003.