In order to complete the RIOS™ certification process, a facility must prove that they are a member of RIOS™ in good standing. To verify this, RIOS™ will produce an annual, facility-specific certificate of membership. This certificate will verify to your auditor that you are in good standing and can be RIOS™ certified. If you did not receive your current certificate of membership, please contact Amy Sailor, RIOS™ Membership Manager, 202-662-8535, to request a replacement. Only Certification Track members will receive a membership certificate.

Getting started with RIOS™ is easy. Step 1 is to make the important commitment to running a healthy, safe, environmentally-responsible facility. Step 2, is to fill out the RIOS™ Membership Application, which will give a licensed copy of the standard, the RIOS™ Implementation Guide, and access to the RIOS™ webinars, videos, and network of individuals who are willing to help you when you get stuck. If you have questions, please contact Darrell Kendall, RIOS™ Executive Director, 202-662-8528.

The Recycling Industry Operating Standard™ (RIOS™) is the only global recycling industry management system standard for quality, environment, health, and safety (QEH&S).