AC 036A technical recommendation is a voluntary document issued for products to which the Act of 16 April 2004 on construction products does not apply.
It contains the product’s technical properties and performance characteristics and the required level of those properties. It confirms that a construction object in which the product is used can meet the basic requirements set out in the Construction Law Act of 7 July 1994 (Journal of Laws No. 89, item 414, as amended).
COCH experts carry out an independent assessment of documentation and product properties. The recommendation builds market trust for designers, contractors and investors. It does not replace mandatory CE marking or the voluntary safety mark „B” where those regimes apply.
Scope based on national construction regulations and COCH practice as an accredited certification body.
Recommendations are issued for products to which the Act of 16 April 2004 on construction products does not apply.
The document states the product’s technical properties and performance characteristics and the required level of those properties.
It confirms that a construction object using the product can meet the basic requirements of the Construction Law Act of 7 July 1994.
An independent COCH assessment that builds market trust for designers, contractors and investors — without replacing mandatory CE or mark „B” where those apply.
From inquiry to issuance of the recommendation and periodic surveillance.
Overview of the main stages — hover or tap a step for details.
1Inquiry and scope
Contact the certification desk. We help define the assessment scope and the documents needed for your product group.
Documents and procedures are provided individually because each product group is assessed case by case.
Due to the specific nature of technical recommendations, we share the required forms and guidance during direct contact. Our experts help determine the assessment scope and prepare the application.
Information on fees for technical recommendations can be obtained individually. Please send your inquiry to: certyfikacja@coch.pl
Information on the complaints and appeals procedure is available here: Complaints and appeals
Not sure whether your product needs a recommendation, CE or mark „B”? Call or email the certification office.
Validity, surveillance, difference vs certificates and how to start the process.
Technical recommendations are issued by the COCH Certification Department — an accredited product certification body.
PCA AC 036 · IAF MLA
Our specialists support clients through preparation, assessment and surveillance. PCA accreditation underpins the reliability of issued documents.
Questions about scope, documents or a quotation for a technical recommendation.
mgr Miłosz Gratkowski
Head of Certification Body
How to find us
Centralny Ośrodek Chłodnictwa „COCH”
ul. Juliusza Lea 116, 30-133 Kraków
Monday – Friday, 8:30 – 18:00
Entrance from Juliusza Lea Street. Parking available on site for clients.
Send an inquiry — we will advise on scope, documents and next steps.
