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About ABIS Services
ABIS accredits CABs including testing laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, and proficiency testing providers. Accreditation involves rigorous evaluation against international standards to ensure technical competence, impartiality, and reliability in conformity assessment activities.
ISO/IEC 17021 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17021 is an accreditation standard, it specifies requirements for bodies providing audit and certification of management systems. ISO/IEC 17021 ensures that certification bodies demonstrate competence, impartiality, and consistency in auditing and certifying management systems. These management systems can include quality management (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and others)
ISO/IEC 17024 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17024:2012 sets out the criteria for organizations that certify individuals. This standard ensures that certification bodies operate in a consistent, comparable, and reliable manner. It covers all aspects of the certification process, including the development and maintenance of the certification scheme, the assessment process, and the requirements for auditors and assessors. By adhering to ISO/IEC 17024:2012, certification bodies demonstrate their competence, impartiality, and reliability in the assessment and certification of individuals.
ISO 17025 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17025:2017 is an international standard that specifies the general requirements for the competence, impartiality, and consistent operation of testing and calibration laboratories. This standard is applicable to all organizations performing laboratory activities, regardless of the number of personnel or the extent of the scope of activities. The aim is to provide a framework for laboratories to demonstrate their capability to deliver reliable and accurate results.
ISO 17020 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17020:2012 is an internationally recognized standard that sets forth requirements for the competence and consistent operation of bodies performing inspection. This standard is crucial for ensuring that inspection bodies operate impartially, reliably, and consistently across a variety of sectors. ISO/IEC 17020:2012 applies to first-party (internal inspections), second-party (inspections on behalf of a customer), and third-party (independent inspections) inspection bodies. Its implementation enhances the confidence of stakeholders, including regulators, industry partners, and consumers, in the inspection process.
ISO/IEC 17065 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Conformity assessment — Requirements for bodies certifying products, processes, and services, provides a robust framework for certification bodies, enabling them to deliver certifications that are recognized and respected worldwide.
ISO 15189:2012 Accreditation
ISO 15189:2022 specifies the requirements for quality and competence in medical laboratories, this standard is crucial for laboratories seeking to enhance their operational quality and ensure reliable and accurate test results. ISO 15189:2022 integrates the quality management principles of ISO 9001 and specific requirements for medical laboratories, offering a comprehensive framework for continuous improvement and patient safety.
ISO/IEC 17043:2023 Accreditation
ISO/IEC 17043:2023 sets the global benchmark for proficiency testing providers, outlining the criteria necessary to ensure their competence and the reliability of their proficiency testing schemes. Proficiency testing is a critical component of laboratory quality assurance, providing an objective means to assess a laboratory’s performance and the accuracy of its test results against predefined criteria. The Accreditation Board for International Standards (ABIS) plays a pivotal role in this context by accrediting proficiency testing providers that meet the stringent requirements of ISO/IEC 17043:2023. This accreditation process is essential for maintaining the integrity and credibility of proficiency testing programs across various scientific and industrial fields.
Vocational Training Providers and Training Course Developers
The accreditation process for vocational training providers and training course developers by the Accreditation Board for International Standards (ABIS) represents a critical mechanism for ensuring the quality and effectiveness of professional training programs. This process is designed to validate that these entities meet established international standards for delivering education and training, thereby ensuring that learners receive high-quality instruction that is relevant, up-to-date, and aligned with industry needs. Through accreditation, ABIS aims to foster a culture of excellence among training providers and developers, enhancing the value and recognition of their courses in the global marketplace.