Finnco, a subsidiary of a certification body, provided ISMS consultancy services to an organization. Considering this scenario, when can the certification body certify the organization?

The correct answer is C. If a minimum period of two years has passed since the last consulting activities. ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 (Requirements for Certification Bodies) prohibits certification bodies from certifying organizations they have provided consultancy services to, unless a two-year separation period is maintained. This prevents conflicts of interest and ensures independent…

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AThere is no time constraint in such a situation
BThe certification body can certify the organization immediately after consulting services end
CIf a minimum period of two years has passed since the last consulting activities

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A
13% (3)
B
8% (2)
C
79% (19)

Explanation

ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015 (Requirements for Certification Bodies) prohibits certification bodies from certifying organizations they have provided consultancy services to, unless a two-year separation period is maintained. This prevents conflicts of interest and ensures independent certification audits.

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