Description

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Laboratory System and Internal Audit as per ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Achieve Excellence in the International Standard for Laboratory Competence & Internal Auditing

 

In today's interconnected world, the accuracy and reliability of your laboratory's test and calibration results are paramount. The ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard is the globally recognized benchmark for the competence, impartiality, and consistent operation of testing and calibration laboratories. This comprehensive course is your definitive guide to understanding, implementing, and auditing a robust Quality Management System (QMS) as per ISO/IEC 17025:2017. By focusing on real-life scenarios and case studies, you will gain the knowledge to ensure the accuracy and reliability of your lab's testing and calibration results, which is key to generating wider acceptance of your findings and improving international trade.

 

Actionable Takeaways for your Job Role

By the end of this course, you will be able to confidently:

  • Interpret the Standard with a clear, structured understanding of all clauses, from structural and resource requirements to process and management system requirements.

  • Develop & Implement a QMS tailored for a testing or calibration laboratory, ensuring it is both effective and efficient.

  • Ensure Technical Competence by understanding critical measurement system requirements and the factors affecting result validity.

  • Plan and Conduct effective internal audits to assess compliance and identify opportunities for improvement.

  • Facilitate Management Reviews that provide strategic direction and ensure the continual suitability of the QMS.

  • Apply Knowledge Practically through real-world case studies and interactive workshops that simulate common laboratory challenges.

  • Identify and Address Non-Conformities to drive systematic improvement and prepare for a successful accreditation assessment.

  • Apply a Risk-Based Approach while developing the management system for the laboratory, moving beyond simple compliance to proactive risk management.

     

Quality & Excellence Performance Metrics

Post-training, you will drive these quality parameters to ensure operational excellence, in your job-role:

  • Successfully map existing systems to the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements.

  • Thoroughly identify all gaps against the clauses.

  • Plan and execute audits focused on high-impact areas.

  • Lead reviews that strategically address the updated system's performance.

  • Implement robust procedures for managing personnel competence, equipment, and measurement traceability.

  • Update all critical documents to reflect the standard's terminology.

  • Investigate and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

  • Proactively identify and document risks to impartiality and operational integrity.

     

Course Curriculum

The course is structured into digestible modules, designed for optimal learning flow:

  • Module 1: Introduction and Comprehensive Interpretation of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Requirements (Scope, Normative References, Terms & Definitions)

  • Module 2: Management Requirements: Impartiality, Confidentiality, and the QMS Structure

  • Module 3: Resource Requirements: Personnel, Facilities, Equipment, and Metrological Traceability

  • Module 4: Process Requirements: Review of Requests, Method Selection, Sampling, and Handling of Test/Calibration Items

  • Module 5: Technical Records, Evaluation, and Management System Requirements

  • Module 6: Internal Auditing for Laboratories: Principles, Planning, Execution, Reporting, and Follow-up

     

Job Roles That Will Benefit

This course is essential for professionals involved in laboratory management, operations, and quality assurance, including:

  • Laboratory Managers, Quality Managers, and Technical Managers

  • Testing and Calibration Engineers and Technicians

  • Internal Auditors and Aspiring Lead Assessors

  • Quality Assurance and Compliance Personnel

  • Consultants preparing laboratories for accreditation

  • Regulatory Body Personnel

     

Prerequisites

While there are no formal prerequisites, it is highly recommended that participants have a fundamental understanding of testing or calibration laboratory operations and the concept of accreditation to maximize their learning from this course.

 

Course Features & Included Materials

  • Interactive Sessions: Engage in practical exercises on document review, audit scenario analysis, and writing non-conformity reports.

  • Expert-Led Sessions: Participate in dedicated Q&A sessions with experienced assessors and quality professionals.

  • Comprehensive Learning Materials: Digital Learning Materials, and a copy of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 (For Training Purposes only).

  • Knowledge Evaluation: Gauge your understanding with Pre and Post-training assessments.

  • Certificate of Training: Earn a verifiable, with a unique ID and QR code, soft-copy certificate issued via the QCI training portal. Validate your achievement anytime at https://pathshala.qcin.org/.

 

Enroll Today and Lead Your Laboratory to International Recognition and Excellence!

Gain the confidence to build a compliant QMS, conduct rigorous internal audits, and demonstrate unwavering technical competence to your clients and accreditors.

 

For more information, Please Contact:

Rohit Varshney at rohit.varshney@qcin.org, Ph. 9773500376