Free PJLA Webinars
PJLA offers free webinars on various topics in relation to accreditation. These are for all interested parties including: laboratories seeking accreditation, accredited laboratories, assessors, consultants, etc.
Upcoming Webinars:
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 – 10:00am EDT
Understanding the Conformity Assessment Ecosystem – ILAC, IAF, APAC/EA, ABs & CABs Explained
Join PJLA for an insightful and practical free webinar that unpacks the global accreditation infrastructure—essential knowledge for laboratories, inspection and certification bodies, regulators, and quality professionals. Gain a clear understanding of how international organizations like ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) and IAF (International Accreditation Forum) operate to foster global trust and mutual recognition in conformity assessment. Learn how regional bodies like APAC (Asia Pacific Accreditation Cooperation) and accreditation bodies such as PJLA work in harmony to ensure competence, impartiality, and consistency in testing, inspection, and certification services.
This webinar will explain the critical roles of each layer in the accreditation system, demystify how conformity assessment bodies (CABs) fit into this structure, and show how accreditation underpins global trade, regulatory compliance, and market access. We’ll explore real-world examples, including how accredited results or certificates issued in one country are accepted worldwide thanks to MRAs and MLAs.
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the accreditation landscape, ask questions to experienced professionals, and strengthen your organization’s position in the global quality infrastructure.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the global structure of the accreditation and conformity assessment system.
- Identify the roles of ILAC, IAF, APAC/EA and other regional associations and how they support mutual recognition and trust.
- Explain how Accreditation Bodies (ABs) operate under national, regional and international frameworks.
- Clarify the role and responsibilities of CABs (e.g., labs, inspection and certification bodies).
- Understand how this system facilitates global trade, regulatory compliance, and market access.
Presented By:
Dr. George Anastasopoulos
Technical and International Business Development Manager of PJLA
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