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Systems & Product Certification
SABS certifies your management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 45001) and products against SABS standards, giving buyers confidence in quality and compliance.
View Certification ServicesSouth African National Standards
SABS develops and maintains over 7,000 SANS standards - defining safety, performance, and quality requirements for products and services across every industry.
View StandardsStandards Development Participation
Industry experts, government bodies, and organisations can participate in SABS technical committees to shape the standards that govern their sector.
Get InvolvedAccredited Testing & Analysis
SABS provides accredited laboratory testing for products, materials, and components - delivering independent results that support compliance, certification, and market access.
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SABS Training on identical adopted SANS/ISO 9001:2026
SANS/ISO 9001 Quality Management Implementation Courses
These courses have been developed in alignment with the identical adoption of ISO 9001:2026 standard and may be subject to editorial updates. Learners attending an SANS/ISO 9001:2026 course will be notified of any changes upon the official publication of SANS/ISO 9001:2026.
SABS aims to provide learners with the competency framework to assist in developing, implementing and maintaining a QMS while meeting the latest /ISO 9001:2026 requirements.
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SANS 13485 Certification for Medical Devices
Strengthening Quality, Safety, and Compliance in South Africa’s Medical Device Industry
SABS proudly offers SANS 13485 certification, a quality management system (QMS) standard specifically developed for organisations involved in the design, development, production, installation, and servicing of medical devices and related services. SANS 13485 provides a comprehensive framework to help organisations consistently meet customer, regulatory, and industry requirements, ensuring that medical devices are safe, effective, and reliable.
Aligned with international standards such as ISO, SANS 13485 supports South African companies in demonstrating global compliance and building trust within both local and export markets.
Learn About SANS 13485 CertificationPPE Certification - SABS Standards for Safety and Compliance
SABS is an accredited testing and certification body for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in South Africa. Our PPE services ensure that safety equipment sold in the market meets applicable SANS standards - protecting workers across construction, manufacturing, mining, healthcare, and chemical industries.
Opportunities at SABS
Current Vacancies
Browse open positions across engineering, standards development, operations, and corporate services.
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Financial support towards tertiary education for deserving South African students.
View Bursary Opportunities →Youth Development
Skills, mentorship and career pathways for young South Africans through the SABS programme.
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