Policy on Suspending, withdrawing or reducing the scope of certification

1. Policy Statement

SandBP may, at its discretion, suspend or revoke a certificate for cause. Causes for suspension or revocation include, but are not limited to fraud, deceit, or submission of inaccurate data to obtain certification.
When SandBP has evidence that charges against a certificate holder are valid, it shall notify the certificate holder by certified mail at his or her last known address. The certificate holder will have the opportunity to present his or her defense to the certification board in writing according to the terms outlined in the policy.
The suspension or revocation shall remain in effect until the board reviews the case. SandBP shall then uphold or deny the suspension or revocation.
All actions and decisions in the context of suspension, withdrawal or reduction of scope of certification of a client shall be based on objective evidence.

2. Suspension/withdrawal of certification

Suspension/withdrawal of certification shall occur in the following circumstances:

SandBP shall ensure:

This Suspension, Withdrawal or Reduction of Scope of Certification Policy is approved and issued by:

Managing Director, Olumide Odejide (Ph.D)