ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation
Through CADAC Accreditation scheme,
offers a comprehensive program
for the accreditation of Calibration and Testing laboratories. This program is meticulously designed in
alignment with the
requirements of ISO/IEC 17025: General requirements for the competence of testing and
calibration laboratories.
ISO/IEC 17025 specifies the general requirements for laboratories to demonstrate their
competence in carrying out
testing and calibration activities, including sampling. It is applicable to all laboratories, regardless
of their size or the range
of services offered. Whether laboratories use standard, non-standard, or self-developed methods, ISO/IEC
17025 provides a robust
framework to ensure reliability and accuracy.
Key Features of ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation:
- Impartiality and Independence: Demonstrates objectivity and freedom from undue
influences.
- Technical Competence: Ensures laboratories have qualified staff, well-maintained
equipment, and validated methods.
- Quality Management System: Incorporates risk management, corrective actions, and
continuous improvement.
- Method Validation: Validates all methods to confirm their reliability and
suitability.
- Traceability of Measurement: Ensures all calibrations are traceable to
international or national standards.
- Reporting and Results Integrity: Provides clear and reliable test reports and
calibration certificates.
Benefits of ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation for Laboratories:
- Enhanced Credibility and Global Recognition: Establishes technical competence and
trustworthiness.
- Regulatory and Contractual Compliance: Meets industry-specific regulatory and
contractual needs.
- Improved Operational Efficiency: Streamlines processes and reduces errors.
- Trust in Results: Assures stakeholders of reliable and consistent results.
CADAC Accreditation Scheme provides laboratories with a structured pathway to
achieve excellence in testing
and calibration, reinforcing their role in ensuring safety, quality, and compliance across diverse
industries.