ISSC Logo Regulation and Usage Policy

1. Certificate Ownership and Management

• All validation and verification statements issued by ISSC remain the sole property of the company.

• Clients must return these statements immediately upon ISSC's request, especially in cases of suspension, withdrawal, or expiry.

2. Proper Use of Validation/Verification Statements and Marks

Accurate Representation

• Validated/verified clients are responsible for ensuring that references to ISSC validation or verification services are clear, accurate, and not misleading.

• The use of ISSC statements or marks must strictly reflect the validated/verified scope and shall not imply certification, product approval, or any approval beyond the validated/verified claim.

Consequences of Misuse

• Any misuse of validation/verification statements or ISSC marks may result in:

  • Formal corrective actions

  • Suspension or withdrawal of statement

  • Public disclosure of misuse

  • Legal action, where necessary

3. ISSC Validation/Verification Logo Usage Guidelines

3.1 License and Permitted Use

• The ISSC logo is licensed exclusively to clients who have completed validation or verification services with ISSC.

• Permitted only for organizations who:

  • Hold valid statements for ISO 14064-1, 14064-2, 14064-3, 14067, or 14068-1.

• The logo may appear on:

  • Corporate documents

  • Websites, brochures, presentations

  • Email signatures or marketing materials relevant to validated/verified activities

• The validation/verification number and the validated/verified scope must be clearly shown alongside the logo.

• The logo may be printed in one color that matches company branding.

3.2 Restrictions on Use

• The ISSC logo must not be used on:

  • Products or packaging

  • Laboratory test reports or inspection documents

• Logo alterations are prohibited, including:

  • Cropping, stretching, or color changes

  • Placement on complex or low-contrast backgrounds that affect readability

4. Compliance and Monitoring

ISSC reserves the right to control and audit the use of its validation/verification logo. Enforcement actions include:

• Requests for immediate corrections or removals

• Suspension or withdrawal of statements

• Legal action or public disclosure if misuse persists

5. Logo Specifications and Design Standards

5.1 Dimensions and Clear Space

• Minimum Size:

  • Print: Not less than 2.5 cm in width

  • Digital: Not less than 72 pixels wide

• Clear Space:

  • Maintain a space equal to the height of the "C" in the logo on all sides