ISO/IEC 17025:2017 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Under the ISO, requirements are laid out to monitor and regulate potentially dangerous business activities. Whatever your business, getting certified for your practice is crucial to assuring adherence to internationally recognised standards.

ISO 17025 is the international standard for laboratory competence. It’s recommended that all laboratories that undertake testing, sampling, or calibration work towards receiving the accreditation to instil trust and demonstrate reliability amongst customers.

ISO 17025 specifies the general requirements for the competence to carry out tests and/or calibrations, including sampling. It covers testing and calibration performed using standard methods, non-standard methods, and laboratory-developed methods. It applies to all organisations performing tests and/or calibrations. These include, for example, first, second and third-party laboratories and laboratories where testing and/or calibration forms part of inspection and product certification.

Our professional ISO consultants at CCIS will ensure that you get an extensive understanding of the requirements needed to achieve ISO/IEC 17025:2017. ISO 17025 is also available as a conversion.

Benefits of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

• Cost savings through improved efficiency and productivity
• International recognition of laboratory testing competence
• Boosts the reputation  of the laboratory
• Increase in business
• Compliance assurance by fulfilling regulatory requirements
• Ensures continued competency and data quality