Step 1: Start the application process early

Contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-463-6727 or click here to complete the on-line order form. Here's what we'll ask for:

• A marketing brochure or data sheet describing the product (what it is, what it does, and what it looks like)
• A photograph of the product
• A list of all components or materials used in the product, including the manufacturers' names, model or catalogue designations, electrical ratings (if applicable), and CSA file numbers (if applicable)
• Indication of any other approvals either already received or being pursued.
• Any alternate materials or components that might be used in manufacturing
• Schematic and/or wiring diagrams, if this is an electrical or electronic product
• The model or catalogue numbers to be covered by this certification, and the similarities and differences between models
• The full name and address of all facilities where the product will be assembled, and a contact person for each facility.

We understand that this product information is one of your company's most valued assets, and our reputation rests on maintaining the confidentiality of the information you provide.

CSA will respond promptly to your submission with a reference number, fixed fee, schedule, sampling requirements, and the name of the CSA staff member assigned to your project (the Project Holder). You will be asked to submit the fee prior to testing.

Step 2: Provide samples and test data

The next step involves providing CSA with a sample of the product you want certified.

Please label all product samples with your project reference number to ensure prompt service. In some cases it might be more practical for the Project Holder to visit your facilities-for example, if the product is very large or the production run is limited. If your product has already been tested by an accredited testing organization, you can include the report containing those test results now.

Step 3: Respond to the Findings letter

Once your product has been tested, you will receive a finding letter. The Findings letter tells you the results of the test and what to do next to obtain certification. This letter may ask you to respond to specific items, or to alter the product to meet certain requirements. If your product is ready for certification, the Findings letter will include a proposed Certification Record, and ask you to confirm this as the published record of the product.

Step 4: Receive final certification

If the product meets the requirements, CSA International will issue a Certification Report and Certificate of Compliance. You may now use the CSA Mark on the certified product upon signing a service agreement with CSA International.