Cause Analysis and Corrective Action
Accredited and certified organizations are required to identify and evaluate nonconformities to eliminate the nonconformity and ensure it does not recur or occur elsewhere in…
The Anatomy of a Laboratory Assessment
An assessment is a demonstration by a body that specified requirements are fulfilled. Assessments are performed by technically competent assessors who evaluate the competence of…
ISO/IEC 17020 Checklists
ISO/IEC 17020 (Non-Forensic) Accreditation Process When looking to obtain ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation for performing inspections, there are various requirements that inspection bodies must conform to…
Statements of Conformance
Conformity assessments create producer and consumer confidence in the marketplace, as products under statements of conformance meet certain design and safety requirements from specific standards….
Standalone Sampling Organizations
Sampling is an integral part of our daily lives. The water we drink, the food we consume, and the products we buy are monitored through…
Root Cause Analysis and ISO/IEC 17011:2017
Radio legend Paul Harvey had a signature style in all his broadcasts. After he presented the known facts of the narrative, he would pause, lower…
Benefits of Addressing Nonconformities in the Laboratory
It’s important for laboratories to plan and take action to avoid or eliminate nonconformities to reduce waste and rework, improve efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction….