Management System Standards: Comparison between IAEA GS-R-3 and ISO 9001:2008

This Safety Report compares the requirements of IAEA Safety Standards Series No. GS-R-3, The Management System for Facilities and Activities, and ISO 9001:2008, Quality Management Systems — Requirements, and identifies the main differences between the two standards. It provides information and guidance on adding safety specific management system requirements to the ISO 9001:2008 standard, to ensure that safety can be achieved. The publication is intended primarily for use by owners, operators and employees of nuclear facilities and installations, and by regulatory bodies, suppliers, and research and development organizations.