Assessment

An IACAAB assessment evaluates whether an organization is competent and operates consistently within its requested accreditation scope.

Assessment stages

  1. Application and document review.
  2. Planning and appointment of a competent assessment team.
  3. On-site or remote assessment of systems, personnel, facilities and technical activities.
  4. Reporting of objective evidence and any nonconformities.
  5. Review of corrective action and an accreditation decision.

Evidence reviewed

Assessors may review procedures, personnel competence records, equipment and facilities, method validation, traceability, quality control, reports, complaints, internal audits and management review.

Cooperation

Applicants should provide safe access, accurate records, suitable personnel and timely responses. Assessment findings are handled through the applicable IACAAB procedure.