Proof of course program delivery for a minimum of one (1) year.
Operation must carry the appropriate level of insurance for their jurisdiction.
For U.S. based organizations proof of adequate insurance coverage to include commercial general liability, property insurance, workers’ compensation, comprehensive business automobile. U.S. based companies must also have ACCT listed and a certificate holder with 30 day cancellation notice.
For non-U.S. based courses operating in jurisdictions outside the United States, a signed letter outlining the insurance requirements of their jurisdiction. Proof of appropriate insurance shall be submitted to the Operation Accreditation Panel for review and verification.
Course Inspection: A physical inspection of the site must be performed by an ACCT Accredited Vendor inspector, an ACCT certified Professional Inspector, or a licensed professional engineer. To be accepted, the inspector must complete the ACCT Inspection Coversheet. This inspection needs to be within the last 364 days.
Training: All training must meet ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 Chapter 2 Operations Standards B.3.6 AND Chapter 3 Training Standards AND must have a completed Training Checklist and Affidavit. Operations have the choice to use: A vended trainer (not accredited), an accredited vendor (accredited for training services), or a qualified in-house trainer. Regardless of the option you choose, you must have at least one person who, or a business relationship with, someone who oversees training.
This individual/ business relationship must:
Meet QCP requirements for Trainer/Tester
Sign the Trainer Affidavit and Checklist
Ensure that all trainers conducting training are qualified
Oversee the trainer qualification process
Training Oversight Requirements
Using a Non-Accredited Vendor: Submit a trainer portfolio for the lead trainer to verify they meet QCP for Trainer/Tester. The lead trainer must also complete the Training Affidavit and Checklist.
Using an Accredited Vendor: Simply submit the Trainer Affidavit signed by the lead trainer—no additional documentation is needed, as accredited vendors have already been reviewed.
Using an In-House Trainer: Submit a trainer portfolio for the individual overseeing the in-house training program to confirm they meet QCP for Trainer/Tester. This individual must also complete the Trainer Affidavit and Checklist.
Trainer Qualification Expectations
All training must be conducted by qualified trainers, with qualifications set by the operation or vendor providing the training.
Vended training providers must ensure their trainers meet company qualifications to be considered qualified for the service being provided.
Operations with in-house training must have an individual who oversees and ensures the in-house trainers meet documented internal trainer qualifications. These documents will be verified by the Operations Reviewer.
Operation Review: The Operation Review shall be conducted by an Operation Reviewer approved by ACCT. The Operation Reviewer, their organization, and their organization’s owner(s) shall not be directly involved in the operation of the site. The Operation Reviewer, their organization, and their organization’s owner(s) shall not have a financial interest in the operation seeking accreditation through ownership, employment, or investment. Conflicts, or perceptions of conflicts related to the accreditation process, shall be addressed by the Operation Accreditation Panel. The Operation Review Report is only valid for up to 6 months from the date the report is received after the Operation Review to be used as a part of the application.
