BIS Scheme X: Safety for Machinery & Equipment
BIS Scheme X: Safety for Machinery & Equipment

BIS Scheme X: Safety for Machinery & Equipment

BIS Scheme X focuses on ensuring safety standards for machinery and equipment used in various industries. This scheme sets out specific guidelines and regulations to minimize risks and hazards associated with the operation of machinery. It aims to protect workers and users from potential accidents and injuries by enforcing strict safety protocols and specifications. Companies that adhere to BIS Scheme X demonstrate their commitment to providing a safe working environment and reliable machinery that meets industry standards. Compliance with this scheme can help enhance efficiency, reduce downtime due to accidents, and improve overall productivity in the workplace.

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For how long can I access the content?

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This is a one-time purchase product and you'll get a lifetime access to it.

What is a BIS licence?

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Licence means a licence granted under Section 13 of BIS Act 2016 to use a specified Standard Mark in relation to any goods or article which conforms to a standard.

I am a manufacturer of a product and I am interested in applying for BIS product certification licenses. However, I am not aware of the corresponding Indian Standard against which I can apply for BIS Certification Marks Licence?

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You can search for the Indian Standard against a product at the URL: https://www.services.bis.gov.in/php/BIS_2.0/bisconnect/knowyourstandards/indian_standards/isdetails If you cannot find the relevant Indian Standard, send a query to concerned technical department of BIS at https://www.services.bis.gov.in/php/BIS_2.0/bisconnect/dgdashboard/committee_sso/

I am not aware how to get a BIS Certification Marks licence for Low voltage switchgears and controlgears for the products notified under the EEQCO. How can I apply for BIS Certification for these products?

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The procedure of obtaining BIS Certification Marks licence for Low voltage switchgear and controlgears product notified under the EEQCO is provided in the guidance document ‘Guidelines for Grant of Licence (GoL) as per the conformity assessment Scheme – X of Schedule – II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018’ and steps for applying for licence on Manakonline is given in ‘Guidance on steps to be followed for grant of licence under scheme – X for new applicants’ dated 10.08.2023. You may also refer to the Product specific guidelines as notified by BIS from time to time.

What are the essential requirements to be possessed by a manufacture for applying to BIS for obtaining licence?

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For obtaining BIS Certification Marks Licence, the manufacturer must have the requisite manufacturing infrastructure, appropriate in-process controls and quality control, testing capabilities for the product as per relevant Indian Standard (IS) against which the manufacturer wants to apply licence. The product shall also conform to all requirements laid down in the ISs.

Can I submit one application for same product being manufactured at different factory locations?

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No, separate application for each factory location is required to be submitted, even if the product and Indian Standards are same.

I am an importer/ dealer/retailer/wholesaler/distributor of the products covered under the QCO. Do I also need to take BIS certification Licence?

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No, BIS issues licence only to manufacturing units and not to dealers /importers /retailers/wholesalers /distributors. However, dealers /importers/retailers/wholesalers/distributors shall ensure that the products covered under EEQCOs are of BIS certified material and are to be sourced only from manufacturing unit holding a valid BIS licence.

What is a Technical File?

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Technical file comprises of documentation covering design, manufacture and operation of products to the extent applicable and necessary for demonstration of compliance of conformity. Technical file is to be submitted with the application. For more details, please see circular Ref: CMD- I/2:17:1 dated 02 June 2023 with Subject ‘Guidelines for Grant of Licence (GoL) as per the conformity assessment Scheme – X of Schedule – II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018’. Any product specific requirements for the technical file are indicated in the Product Manual for the respecting Indian Standard. The Product Manual for any Indian Standard can be accessed from https://www.bis.gov.in/product-certification/product-specific-information-2/product-manualsmk/