quality management Archives

Geiger counter with radioactive materials in the background adhering to ASTM D3648-23 practices for measurement of radioactivity.

ASTM D3648-23: Measurement Of Radioactivity

August 31, 2023August 15, 2023Alexandra Schirn

Radiation with enough energy to cause changes at the atomic level is called ionizing radiation, and it can damage cells. Consequently, it is important to […]

Surgeons operating in a medical laboratory adhering to ISO 15189:2022 quality management and requirements.

Changes in the New ISO 15189:2022

December 16, 2022December 13, 2022Alexandra Schirn

The objective of ISO 15189:2022- Medical Laboratories – Requirements For Quality And Competence is to promote the welfare of patients and satisfaction of laboratory users […]

Laboratory scientist inspecting tissue specimens for research at a biobank, adhering to ISO 20387:2018.

ISO 20387:2018 – General Requirements for Biobanking

November 21, 2022January 9, 2023Alexandra Schirn

For over 100 years, human specimens have been collected and stored for research purposes. The initial specimen banks based their operations on the needs of […]

Nuclear power plant adhering to quality assurance requirements in ASME NQA-1-2022.

ASME NQA-1-2022: Nuclear Facility Applications

October 10, 2022January 23, 2023Alexandra Schirn

The United States is the world’s largest producer of nuclear energy, accounting for more than 30% of the worldwide nuclear power generation. For this, the […]

Man grocery shopping in a market with commercial refrigerators adhering to ANSI/ASHRAE 72-2022.

ANSI/ASHRAE 72-2022: Testing Refrigerators And Freezers

October 5, 2022January 10, 2023Alexandra Schirn

Can you imagine a world without refrigerators? It seems unlikely, as 99.8% of American homes own at least one refrigerator. ANSI/ASHRAE 72-2022: Method Of Testing […]

Lab technician examining test tube for adherence to ISO 15189 to prepare medical laboratory for accreditation.

What is ISO 15189?

April 12, 2022January 10, 2023Erin Stepka

Medical laboratory test results account for 70% of medical decisions, showing how important these facilities are for health and safety in patient care. Medical laboratories […]

Green roller coaster loop providing ASTM F2291-21 amusement ride patrons with safe thrills.

ASTM Amusement Ride Standards Provide Safe Thrills

July 15, 2021August 15, 2023Brad Kelechava

Roller coasters and other amusement rides truly are marvels of modern engineering. Reaching heights up to 450 feet, attaining speeds close to 150 miles per […]

Colorful check marks to indicate an ISO 37301:2021 compliance management system to meet standards, laws, and codes.

ISO 37301:2021 – Compliance Management Systems Requirements

May 13, 2021January 17, 2023Brad Kelechava

Compliance positions organizations for long-term success. With a range of shifting requirements, laws, codes, and standards to follow, compliance management is essential for any organization. […]

Small white blocks fit into cube like documented information with ISO 10013:2021 fits into quality management system.

ISO 10013:2021 – Guidance for Documented Information

May 5, 2021January 17, 2023Brad Kelechava

Without documented information, experiences and knowledge can fade away. This is as true today when preserved on digital storage devices capable of holding up to […]

Patient undergoes red light of PET scan and CAT scan technology refurbished to IEC 63077 medical imaging requirements.

Good Refurbishment Practices for Medical Imaging Equipment

January 6, 2021January 23, 2023Brad Kelechava

The medical industry follows a pattern of continuous advancement to meet patient needs, with innovations in medical technology plentiful at almost any point in time. […]