11. A certifying authority shall ensure that, in certifying any process, it complies with the following:
(a)
the authority shall be independent of the person or organisation seeking certification and the vendors of the image system;
(b)
the authority shall not be the vendor or be connected with the vendors of any hardware or software in competition with that to be certified;
(c)
the authority shall have a sufficient number of professionals with adequate experience and qualifications in the implementation and evaluation of computer systems including image systems;
(d)
the authority shall carry out its duties independently and without fear or favour;
(e)
the authority shall ensure that the procedures in checking for compliance have been properly carried out and meticulously documented;
(f)
the authority shall comply with such other directions as the Minister may issue in writing in relation to the procedures for ensuring compliance; and
(g)
the authority shall keep proper records and reports of the certification process.