| A : | Laboratory accreditation provides formal recognition to competent laboratories, thus providing a ready means for customers to identify and select reliable testing, measurement and calibration services able to meet their needs.
To maintain this recognition, laboratories are re-evaluated periodically by the accreditation body to ensure their continued compliance with requirements, and to check that their standard of operation is being maintained.
Accredited laboratories usually issue test or calibration reports bearing the accreditation bodys logo or endorsement, as an indication of their accreditation. Clients are encouraged to check with the laboratory as to what specific tests or measurements they are accredited for, and for what ranges or uncertainties. This information is usually specified in the laboratorys scope of accreditation. The description in the scope of accreditation also has advantages for the customers of laboratories in enabling them to find the appropriate laboratory. |