Legal / Policies – BMQR Certifications Pvt Ltd
BMQR Certifications Pvt Ltd. (“BMQR”) is committed to upholding the highest standards of transparency, impartiality, confidentiality, and professional ethics in the delivery of third-party assurance and verification services.
This section outlines the key legal notices and policies governing our operations.
Impartiality Policy
BMQR operates with complete independence and impartiality in all our assurance and verification services.
1. We do not offer consultancy services related to sustainability report writing, GHG inventory preparation, or ESG data compilation for clients to whom we provide assurance or verification.
2. Our internal team structure ensures separation between training/support services and assurance/verification teams, avoiding any conflicts of interest.
3. All verifiers and assurance professionals sign an impartiality and conflict of interest declaration for every engagement.
📌 In accordance with AA1000AS v3, ISO 14065, and ISO/IEC 17029 standards.
Confidentiality Policy
BMQR respects the confidentiality of our clients’ information and data.
1. All client information received during engagements is treated as strictly confidential and is not disclosed to third parties without written consent.
2. Information is used solely for the purpose of assurance or verification and is stored securely with limited access.
3. All personnel involved in engagements are bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and internal confidentiality clauses.
Use of Accreditation and Logos
1. BMQR is accredited by AccountAbility (AA1000AS v3) and AIAO (ISO 14065
for GHG Verification).
2. The use of AA1000 or AIAO logos is restricted and governed by the logo usage
guidelines of the respective accreditation bodies.
3. Clients may not use the AA1000 or AIAO logos unless explicitly authorized.
However, the assurance/verification statement issued by BMQR may be disclosed
or included in reports, with appropriate disclaimers.
Disclaimer
1. BMQR’s assurance and verification services are based on the information provided
by the client. While due diligence and sampling are applied, BMQR does not
guarantee the absolute completeness or accuracy of all data.
2. The assurance and verification statements issued by BMQR are:
o Limited to the scope and period defined.
o Intended solely for the use of the client and its stakeholders.
o Not to be misrepresented or used out of context.
Complaints and Appeals Policy
1. Complaints regarding the conduct of BMQR or our personnel may be submitted via our official contact form or email.
2. Appeals regarding assurance/verification decisions must be submitted in writing within 30 days of receiving the final report.
3. All complaints and appeals are reviewed independently and resolved in accordance
with our documented procedure.
Email: connect@bmqr.com
Terms and Conditions of Engagement
BMQR respects the confidentiality of our clients’ information and data.
1. Scope of work
2. Timeline and deliverables
3. Fees and payment terms
4. Responsibilities of both parties
5. Limitations of liability
6. Data access and cooperation
Clients are expected to cooperate in good faith and provide timely and accurate information
necessary for conducting the assurance or verification process.
Data Protection and Privacy Policy
BMQR is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of clients, employees, and
website visitors.
1. We collect only necessary data to deliver services effectively.
2. Personal data is not sold or disclosed to third parties for marketing or unsolicited
purposes.
3. Our website may use cookies for analytics and improving user experience. Users can
manage cookie preferences through browser settings.
BMQR adheres to the spirit of applicable data protection laws such as the Indian IT Act and international best practices.
Legal Jurisdiction
BMQR Certifications Pvt Ltd. is a registered entity in India. All legal matters are subject to the jurisdiction of the courts located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, unless otherwise
agreed in writing.