The Development of National Laboratory Accreditation Schemes with International Acceptance in Mind
DH Stanger
Abstract
DH Stanger
Abstract
The development of the United Kingdom’s National Testing Laboratory Accreditation Scheme is used as an example of the progress being made to effectively coordinate existing approval agencies so as to minimize the burden on laboratories being accredited while maximizing the benefits derived from accreditation schemes. Also discussed are the support required from governments and the role of the International Laboratory Accreditation Conference.
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The development of the United Kingdom’s National Testing Laboratory Accreditation Scheme is used as an example of the progress being made to effectively coordinate existing approval agencies so as to minimize the burden on laboratories being accredited while maximizing the benefits derived from accreditation schemes. Also discussed are the support required from governments and the role of the International Laboratory Accreditation Conference.
Key concepts: Accreditation, Engineering ethics, Political science, Psychology, Engineering management, Engineering, Law