ISO 19443 Gap Analysis & Stage 1 Readiness Survey

Assessing Readiness for ISO 19443 Compliance

If your organisation supplies the nuclear sector, you need a clear view of your current position. Our ISO 19443 gap analysis gives you that view. It compares your management system to ISO 19443:2018 and shows exactly what you already do well and what you need to improve.

As a result, you can plan your next steps with confidence. You also reduce the chance of surprises during customer reviews or certification activity.

What This Readiness Survey Covers

First, we review how your organisation manages quality and nuclear safety expectations. Then, we assess how your processes work in practice. Finally, we confirm where controls need strengthening.

We focus on the areas that matter most in the nuclear supply chain, including:

• Organisational context and nuclear safety considerations

• Leadership, governance, and nuclear safety culture

• Risk-based thinking and the graded application of controls

• Identification and control of items and activities important to nuclear safety (ITNS)

• Supply chain oversight and control of external providers

• Prevention and control of Counterfeit, Fraudulent and Suspect Items (CFSI)

• Documented information, traceability, and configuration control

• Internal audit, management review, and performance evaluation

Because the nuclear environment demands consistency, we look for evidence, not assumptions.

What You Will Receive

After the survey, you receive a clear set of outputs that you can use straight away. In addition, you get practical priorities, not vague statements.

You will receive:

• A formal report aligned to ISO 19443:2018

• Clause-by-clause findings with clear observations

• Identified gaps and nuclear-safety-related risks

• Prioritised recommendations using a graded approach

• A practical improvement plan to support implementation

• A readiness position for customer assessment or certification planning

Therefore, you can focus your time and budget where it has the greatest impact.

Who This Service Is Designed For

This service fits organisations across the nuclear supply chain. For example, it supports businesses that already run ISO 9001 and now need to meet ISO 19443 expectations. It also helps organisations that want an independent benchmark before engaging a certification body.

It suits:

• ISO 9001-certified organisations moving toward ISO 19443

• Suppliers at any tier in the nuclear supply chain

• Manufacturers and service providers supplying ITNS products or services

• Design, inspection, testing, and engineering organisations

• Internal audit and compliance teams who need an external readiness view

Readiness Assessment vs Certification

This service does not provide certification. Instead, it prepares you for it.

Specifically, it helps you to:

• Identify weaknesses early, before formal audits

• Reduce the likelihood of nonconformities

• Improve audit efficiency and reduce rework

• Strengthen confidence with customers and stakeholders

In other words, you get a controlled route to readiness.

Supporting the Nuclear Supply Chain

ISO 19443 supports organisations supplying products and services important to nuclear safety. That is why a readiness assessment strengthens trust across the supply chain. Moreover, it helps you align your management system with nuclear expectations while keeping a practical approach.

We are members of the Nuclear Industry Association (NIA) and the Wales Nuclear Forum. As a result, we stay closely aligned with sector expectations and supply chain priorities.

Delivery and Approach

We deliver the service in a way that fits your organisation. First, we confirm scope and key processes. Next, we review documented information and operational controls. Then, we test how processes work in practice. Finally, we report findings and priorities clearly.

Delivery options include:

• Remote or on-site delivery (by agreement)

• A scaled approach based on complexity and safety significance

• Confidential handling of findings and reports

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an ISO 19443 gap analysis?

An ISO 19443 gap analysis compares your current management system to ISO 19443:2018. It highlights what aligns, what does not, and what you should prioritise next.

Is this the same as a Stage 1 certification audit?

No. This is a readiness survey. It follows a similar structure, but it does not form part of the certification process.

Do we need ISO 9001 before we start?

Not always. However, many organisations use ISO 9001 as a base. So, the assessment often builds from what you already have.

How long does the assessment take?

It depends on size and complexity. For that reason, we confirm duration during scoping.

Will this help us prepare for certification?

Yes. It gives you clear priorities and reduces the risk of avoidable findings later.

Is it confidential?

Yes. We treat all findings and reports as confidential.