What is ISO/IEC 17025 Certification
ISO 17025:2017 – General Requirements For The Competence Of Testing And Calibration Laboratories
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is a global standard specifying the general requirements for the competence, consistent operation, and impartiality of laboratories. The certification applies to all organizations performing laboratory activities, irrespective of the number of personnel.
This standard is essential for laboratories because it boosts the credibility of their testing and calibration work, building trust with clients and regulatory authorities. Compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 shows that a laboratory is dedicated to quality, technical skill, and scientific accuracy.
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Requirements
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is a global standard specifying the general requirements for the competence, consistent operation, and impartiality of laboratories.
• Interested parties and stakeholders.
• Laboratories must have a precise system for technical and management requirements.
• Resource management – General, Personnel, Facilities, and Environments condition and Equipment.
• Process Requirements – Reviews, Selection, Verifications, Validation of methods, Sampling, and Technical records.
• Precise personal equipment, appropriate facilities, systems, and support services.
• Management system documentation – Address Risks, Control of Records, Corrective Actions, Internal Audit and Management Review.
Benefits of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Certification
- Provides a quality system that helps create a trusted reputation for your business among customers.
- Improves the laboratory’s image.
- Legal implications.
- Works as an effective marketing tool.
- Helps penetrate international markets.
- Boosts other supporting standards such as Good Laboratory Practice (GMP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Certification Process
- Understanding the Standard
- Assessment and Gap Analysis
- Training and Implementation
- Internal Audits
- Management Review
- Preparation for Certification Audit
- Selecting a Certification Body
- Certification Audit
- Addressing Findings
- Certification Issuance
- Ongoing Surveillance Audits
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