| Request for
Application |
Initial
discussion concerning kosher certification prospects |
| Submission of Application |
Details of ingredients,
manufacture and products |
| New Company
Rabbinic Coordinator (NCRC) Assigned |
Account
Executive to coordinate certification process |
| Initial Inspection
Invoice Initial Inspection |
Initial inspection invoice sent;
upon payment of initial invoice, NCRC assigns Rabbinic Field Representative to evaluate
site |
| Additional
Information Requested Review of Application:
- Field Representative's Report
- Ingredients
- Processes
|
Feasibility
study by the OU; preparation for final review |
| Review of Application by Rabbinic
Kashruth Commission (RKC) |
Evaluation and approval of
Governing Board of OU |
| Contract
Signed Assembly of OU Certification
Agreement |
Details of
certification, supervision and financial obligations confirmed |
| Plant Re-Inspection by OU Field
Representative |
OU Representative confirms
compliance with all kosher requirements |
| Certification
Granted Rabbinic Coordinator (RC) Assigned |
Letter of
Certification issued - OU symbol may be applied to certified products |
