Associations and Accreditation

UKAS ISO 9001:2015 Certified

ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management

Kernow Oils has maintained ISO 9001 certification for more than 10 years.

ISO 9001 is an internationally recognised standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS). It sets requirements for how organisations manage processes, maintain standards and continually improve their operations.

For our customers, ISO 9001 certification helps demonstrate that Kernow Oils follows established and independently assessed quality management processes.

What does ISO 9001 mean for our customers?

It supports:

• Consistent working processes
• Strong quality control
• Clear procedures and responsibilities
• Continuous improvement
• Reliable customer service
• Independent assessment of our management systems

Quality management is an important part of how we advise, supply and support our customers.

UKAS ISO 14001 Certified

ISO 14001 – Environmental Management

Kernow Oils is ISO 14001 certified.

ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS).

It provides a framework for organisations to identify, manage and reduce their environmental impact.

What does ISO 14001 cover?

The standard helps organisations manage areas such as:

• Environmental risks
• Waste and resource use
• Environmental performance
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Continuous environmental improvement

For customers, our ISO 14001 certification provides additional assurance that environmental management forms part of our established business processes.

UKAS ISO 45001 Certified

ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety

Kernow Oils is also ISO 45001 certified. This standard supersedes the previous OHSAS 18001 Standard.

ISO 45001 is the international standard for Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems.

It provides a framework for identifying workplace risks and improving health and safety.

What does ISO 45001 demonstrate?

ISO 45001 supports:

• Workplace risk management
• Safer working practices
• Accident prevention
• Health and safety compliance
• Continuous improvement in occupational safety

This is particularly important when supporting customers in industrial, engineering, manufacturing and other safety-critical environments.

JOSCAR (Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register) Member

JOSCAR Registered Supplier

Kernow Oils is a JOSCAR registered supplier.

JOSCAR stands for the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register. It is used by organisations across sectors including defence, aerospace and security to help assess and manage suppliers.

Registration involves assessment across key areas of supplier compliance.

Why is JOSCAR registration important?

JOSCAR helps buyers assess areas including:

• Quality management
• Supply-chain assurance
• Information and security requirements
• Financial information
• Sustainability
• Ethical business practices

Our JOSCAR registration demonstrates that Kernow Oils has completed the relevant supplier qualification process for organisations operating within these highly regulated sectors.

Avetta Consortium Member – Supply Chain Risk Management Services

Avetta Consortium Member

Kernow Oils is a member of the Avetta supplier network.

Avetta provides supply-chain risk management and supplier compliance services used by organisations across a wide range of industries.

The system helps businesses assess areas such as:

• Health and safety
• Supplier compliance
• Supply-chain risk
• Sustainability
• Contractor management

Our participation provides customers with another recognised source of supplier and compliance information.

West of England Aerospace Forum Member

West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF)

Kernow Oils is a member of the West of England Aerospace Forum (WEAF).

WEAF represents and supports aerospace, defence and advanced engineering organisations across the South West of England.

Membership helps us remain connected with businesses throughout the regional aerospace and advanced engineering supply chain.

North West Aerospace Alliance Member

North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA)

Kernow Oils is also a member of the North West Aerospace Alliance (NWAA).

NWAA represents and supports aerospace organisations and supply-chain businesses across the North West of England.

Our membership helps us stay informed about industry developments, supply-chain requirements and opportunities within one of the UK’s major aerospace regions.

Midlands Aerospace Alliance Member

Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA)

Kernow Oils is a member of the Midlands Aerospace Alliance (MAA).

The MAA represents aerospace and advanced engineering businesses throughout the Midlands.

The region has a significant aerospace manufacturing and engineering supply chain supporting major aircraft and engine programmes.

Membership helps Kernow Oils maintain close links with companies operating throughout this specialist sector.