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T08: Fundamentals of Decision Rules and Conformity Decisions

HALF DAY COURSE: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 8:00am – 12:00pm

Instructor: Jeff Gust

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ABSTRACT:

This tutorial teaches how to apply decision rules in order to comply with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 regarding statements of conformity (e.g. pass/fail, in-tolerance or out-of-tolerance).  The tutorial is appropriate for both beginners in this subject and people with high levels of expertise.  Many decision rules are covered along with their level of false accept and false reject risk.  Original reference papers are also provided along with examples and how to use different free software to make the analysis work easier. 

 Attendees are encouraged to bring laptop computers. 

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T11: Internal Auditing of Your ISO/IEC 17025 Accredited Laboratory

HALF DAY COURSE PM: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 1:00pm – 5:00pm

Instructors: Prafulla Yelve, Prasanth Ramakrishnan, International Accreditation Service (IAS)

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ABSTRACT:

This tutorial aims to teach practical internal auditing skills to individuals familiar with the activities of an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory. We will examine auditing principles and techniques and practice internal auditing skills. While the tutorial is based on internationally recognized approaches to conducting internal audits, we will also draw on attendees’ practical laboratory experience, as well as ensure that the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for an internal audit are understood. The course includes easy-to-implement methods for risk-based thinking, continual improvement, and closing out findings through the analysis of root causes aimed at their elimination. 

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T10: ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Testing vs. Calibration

HALF DAY COURSE PM: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 1:30pm – 5:00pm

Instructor: Emil Hazarian

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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. 

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T04: How to Select, Implement, and Maintain Calibration Software Systems

FULL DAY COURSE: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 8:00am – 5:00pm

Instructor: Walter Nowocin, Indysoft Corporation

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ABSTRACT:

Selecting, Implementing, and Maintaining a Calibration Management Software System is a critical process for a calibration laboratory, especially in a regulated environment. However, there are few examples or documents that explain this process from a user’s perspective. The objective of this paper is to explain the selection process, the implementation process, and the maintaining process, while providing examples of the documentation used and to pass along lessons learned.

The following topics will be discussed: 

  • Selection Process Overview with a focus on how to “Develop Business Requirements”
  • Implementation Process Overview with a focus on the “System Development and Validation Life Cycle”
  • Maintaining Process Overview with a focus on “Configuration Management and Change Control.” 

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T03: Risk Management and Quality Improvement Methodologies In a Laboratory – Accreditation Perspective

HALF DAY COURSE AM: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 8:00am – 12:00pm

Instructors: Prasanth Ramakrishnan, Prafulla Yelve, International Accreditation Service (IAS)

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ABSTRACT:
ISO/IEC 17025:2017, General requirements for the competence, impartiality, and consistent operation of laboratories requires laboratories to employ a risk-based approach to identify and mitigate risks to laboratory activities, as well as to identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.  Both serve to increase confidence in the performance of a testing or calibration laboratory and in providing adequate technical information. Factors impacting the operations and competency of a laboratory from a two-dimensional perspective encompassing risk management and process improvement will be discussed during the session.This tutorial will provide the attendee with:

  • Methodology for identification, monitoring and mitigating the risks 
  • Quality improvement methodologies and strategies 

 

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T02: Understanding Instrument Specifications

HALF DAY COURSE: 

Tuesday, March 26th: 8:00am – 12:00pm

Speaker: Michael Johnston

ABSTRACT:

2024 T02 Completion Badge | MSCInstrument specifications play a crucial role in measurement and testing, but their lack of standardized definitions can often lead to confusion and uncertainty. In this tutorial, we will delve into the world of instrument specifications and explore the different ways in which manufacturers and other organizations define these statements. By understanding and interpreting these specifications, participants will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to make meaningful metrological decisions. Using examples from a wide range of measurement disciplines, we will highlight the quirks and tricks of interpreting instrument specifications. Topics covered will include common terminologies, units, tolerances, accuracy, precision, resolution, and calibration. Practical strategies for evaluating specifications, comparing instruments, and selecting appropriate instruments for specific measurement tasks will also be discussed.