HALF DAY COURSE PM:
Tuesday, March 26th: 1:30pm – 5:00pm
Instructor: Emil Hazarian
ABSTRACT:
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 stands as the global reference for ensuring the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. This presentation intends to analyze, compare, and elucidate the distinct characteristics, methodologies, and compliance intricacies between testing and calibration laboratories within the framework of this standard.
This presentation examines the fundamental differences and critical aspects of testing and calibration laboratories, as well as commonalities within ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
Testing involves the evaluation and analysis of materials or systems against specified criteria, while calibration focuses on determining the accuracy of measurement equipment against known standards.
A side-by-side comparison of testing and calibration laboratories is attempted, highlighting their individual objectives, quality management systems, technical competencies, and proficiency testing protocols as mandated by ISO/IEC 17025:2017, as well as many other controversial aspects such as metrological characteristics, measurement uncertainty, compliance decision, reporting the results, risk management, and more.
The presentation intends to allow laboratories, quality managers, and professionals in comprehending, implementing, and optimizing the testing and calibration processes within the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements, reinforcing the reliability and trustworthy laboratory practices.