ISO/IEC 17043 –
Proficiency Testing Provider
Proficiency Testing Provider (PTP) Accreditation is conducted through the utilization and implementation of ISO/IEC 17043 Conformity Assessment — General requirements for proficiency testing. ISO/IEC 17043 requires Proficiency Testing Providers to maintain a quality management system and demonstrate competency to provide proficiency testing schemes.
Accredited proficiency testing providers are assessed to ensure that they have: a quality management system in place, competent personnel and resources to produce reference materials or artifacts that are appropriate for the tests or calibration in the scheme. Proficiency Testing Providers are also assessed on how they plan, develop, analyze, and report sound, meaningful schemes.
Why become Accredited?
- Demonstrate competence in the planning, development, and execution of proficiency testing schemes
- Promote compliance to international standards
- Reduce potential costs to your organization
- Increase your ability to produce reliable results
- Gain a competitive market advantage
About the Accreditation Process
PJLA will conduct a full accreditation assessment of your organization that will encompass quality management system activities and technical requirements. This accreditation process includes a preliminary and post assessment documentation review. A certificate will be granted upon the successful completion of the assessment. Organizations will be required to be assessed on an annual basis to ensure continuous compliance.
Why Choose PJLA to Conduct your Accreditation?
PJLA has experience in accreditation. We are a recognized accreditation body by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and with the Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation (APAC) for testing, calibration, inspection, and reference material production (RMP). Our goal is to accommodate our customer’s needs when it comes to costs, technical assistance and accreditation timelines.
Apply for ISO/IEC 17043 Accreditation.
Organizations seeking ISO/IEC 17043 Accreditation may apply online through our easy FREE Quote request form.
