{"id":4874,"date":"2023-03-23T13:47:57","date_gmt":"2023-03-23T13:47:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.srpcontrol.com\/?p=4874"},"modified":"2023-09-21T18:59:44","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T18:59:44","slug":"the-benefits-of-using-an-accredited-calibration-lab","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.srpcontrol.com\/the-benefits-of-using-an-accredited-calibration-lab\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Using an Accredited Calibration Lab"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You may wonder if it is necessary to work with an accredited calibration lab or if it is possible to work with a laboratory that performs work but is not accredited. While they may help you, it is crucial to remember that your lab performance is based on your equipment and instrumentation\u2019s accuracy. Unaccredited laboratories do not have to meet high levels of standards. Let\u2019s look at the benefits of working with an\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ISO 17025-accredited lab<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">What is an Accredited Calibration Lab?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A calibration lab is deemed accredited after a third-party organization evaluates its compliance with the ISO\/IEC 17025 standards. ISO 17025 is a recognized global standard of quality and conformity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A handful of factors play into a laboratory being regarded as competent and compliant with ISO 17025 standards, and these factors ensure quality results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They break the assessment to receive accreditation down into three sections: personnel, environment, and traceability.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Benefits of Using an Accredited Calibration Lab<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The ISO 17025 Standard precisely assesses staff competence, the validity of test methods, traceability of measurements and calibration to national standards, the testing environment, handling of test items and equipment maintenance, and quality of data assurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Technically Competent Personnel<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 When the lab undergoes accreditation, they observe the laboratory personnel. The staff must understand how to operate equipment and how the equipment affects calibration results.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Confidence in Calibration Results<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 Accredited laboratories must meet the highest industry standard, ISO 17025.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Minimal Risk Factors<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 When equipment and instrumentation are correctly maintained, risks of calibration inaccuracy are reduced.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Monitored Lab Environment<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013 The assessment process ensures that the lab\u2019s environment does not invalidate the results of calibrations or adversely affect the required measurement quality.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Required Measurement Uncertainty<\/span><\/u><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0\u2013\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ISO 17025 accredited labs<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0are required to calculate measurement uncertainty for each parameter. This must be listed on the lab\u2019s scope of accreditation, which can be found\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/nrc.canada.ca\/en\/certifications-evaluations-standards\/calibration-laboratory-assessment-service\/directory-accredited-calibration-laboratories\/clas-certificate-number-2015-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Risks of Using Uncalibrated Equipment<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is essential to take note that when calibrations are off. It will affect multiple areas of your lab, including safety, productivity, and quality of work. It can put people in the lab at risk, inaccurate results, along with process variance, inappropriate testing conditions, and poor documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Working With an Accredited Lab<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Think of calibration as regular maintenance. It requires a solid maintenance program, keeping the instruments calibrated, certificates of calibration, and detailed records. However, in doing so, you will avoid costly downtime and disruptions to your laboratory\u2019s work schedule.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When choosing to have an\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">ISO 17025 accredited laboratory<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0calibrate your equipment, you can rest assured that your equipment will be taken care of, and they will do the job to meet your lab\u2019s needs. There will be no surprises, and your instruments and equipment will be accurate and compliant.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"You may wonder if it is necessary to work with an accredited calibration lab or if it is possible to work with a laboratory that performs work but is not accredited. While they may help you, it is crucial to remember that your lab performance is based on your equipment and instrumentation\u2019s accuracy. 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