Testing laboratory accreditation demonstrates that test results are technically valid, traceable, and produced under controlled laboratory conditions.
Purpose
This program applies to laboratories performing tests on materials, products, environmental samples, food, construction materials, chemicals, or other defined items within an approved scope.
- Demonstrates technical competence for specific test methods.
- Supports confidence in test reports and conformity decisions.
- Confirms suitable equipment, facilities, personnel, and quality controls.
Typical requirements
Testing laboratories should maintain a documented management system, validated or verified methods, equipment control, sampling controls where applicable, and quality assurance of test results.
- Method validation or verification records.
- Equipment calibration, maintenance, and intermediate checks.
- Quality control, proficiency testing, or comparison records.
- Traceable test records and authorized reports.
Assessment focus
Assessment reviews technical records, laboratory environment, method performance, reporting, staff competence, and corrective actions.
- Sample receipt, identification, storage, and disposal.
- Calculation, data transfer, and report review controls.
- Handling of nonconforming work.
Applications and contact
Organizations seeking accreditation should review the current documents in the Center of Documents and contact IACA before submitting an application, so the correct scope, standard, and supporting records can be confirmed.
Email: accreditation@iacaab.org / info@iacaab.org