In order to complete the accreditation process of testing and Calibration Laboratories, NABL follows the international standard ISO/IEC 17205, ISO/IEC 17043 & ISO/IEC 17034 the International Standardization (ISO) published this standard in collaboration with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) which assess the technical as well as managerial competency of laboratories.
The standard ISO 17025, ISO 17043 & ISO 17034 is been followed to assess in various sectors of testing and Calibration Laboratories like mechanical, chemical, electrical, electronic, biological, fluid flow, non-destructive, radiological thermal, forensics, electro-technical, food, pharmaceutical, proficiency and reference materials producers (ISO 17043, ISO 17034 is applicable).
In simple words, NABL accreditation to ISO/IEC 17205, ISO/IEC 17043, ISO/IEC 17034, ensures that the laboratories follow international standards to increase the excellence of staff, use of proper equipments, produce accurate results and continuous improvement.
This accreditation builds trust and credibility facilitating national and international recognition.
The definitions of testing Laboratories and Calibration Laboratories, if putted in uncomplicated way, they seem like:
Testing laboratory is a facility where samples are analyzed to determine their quality, composition and characteristics.
Purpose of this laboratories are to identify material substances, determine quality or purity, detect contaminations or defects, measure physical or chemical properties and ensure compliance with standards.
On other hand, calibration laboratory is a facility that checks and adjusts measuring instruments to ensure they provide accurate and reliable results.
Purpose of this type of laboratory are to verify instrument accuracy, defect measurement errors, adjust instruments for precision.
By achieving ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034 accreditation, industrial laboratories demonstrate their commitment to quality, accuracy, and reliability, leading to increased business opportunities, cost savings, and enhanced reputation.
To get accreditation by NABL as per ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034, a laboratory needs to comply with the standard of ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034, which includes developing of Quality Manual, SOPs, establishment of Quality Management System (QMS), training staff on NABL requirements, conducting internal audits and so on.
As consultants we pour our experience in laboratory operations, knowledge of NABL standards, communication and training skills along with auditing and assessment experience in order to smoothen out the whole accreditation process of your laboratory.
We begin by making a thorough GAP report as per ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034 which reflects the process of your laboratory which is already in performance, if the process doesn't comply with the requirements of ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034, consultants will give you suggestions for improvements from their respective expertise in NABL requirements.
Meanwhile the improvement is going on, the consultants start customizing your unique Quality Manual, SOPs and implementation of Quality Management System, after implementation of Quality Management System and complying with other necessities of ISO 17025/ ISO 17043/ISO 17034, consultants will guide though application process, accreditation process and post- accreditation process in an orderly manner.
By engaging consultants, laboratories can ensure a smooth and successful NABL accreditation process, demonstrating their commitment to quality and accuracy.