Testing costs for such samples are charged to the applicant. For the SIQ certification mark follow-up factory inspection is required. Costs are charged to manufacturer by the inspection body. Costs for the re-examination of samples are included in the annual fee for the right to use the SIQ certification mark. The national certification mark for the product that is subjected to the obligatory certification according to the Slovenian regulations is valid from 5 to 10 years unless canceled earlier because of non-compliance or on the request of the applicant.
Market surveillance is carried out by the relevant Slovenian governmental inspection bodies.
The national certification mark is obligatory for the product which is subject to the obligatory certification. The SIQ certification mark covers requirements of safety standards for electrical products. Appeal in writing against decisions of the NCB shall be directed to the Managing Director. The common European mark for household appliances ENEC mark The common European mark for luminaires, transformers etc.