Audit the quality management system of the laboratory according to the prescribed standards and procedures, evaluate its technical ability, and recognize and register the laboratory qualifications and abilities that have passed the evaluation. Accredited laboratories conduct testing and calibration work within the scope of recognized technical capabilities.
Any laboratory engaged in calibration and/or testing can apply for accreditation as long as it is willing to accept the accreditation of China countries.
Importance of laboratory accreditation
Laboratory accreditation is the proof that the institution/laboratory has the ability to conduct conformity assessment in the application field. The laboratory that has obtained CNAS qualification shows that it has the technical ability to carry out testing and calibration services according to the corresponding accreditation standards; Have the opportunity to participate in bilateral and multilateral cooperation and exchanges recognized by international conformity assessment institutions, and promote the development of foreign trade of laboratories.
That is, CNAS evaluates institutions/laboratories engaged in certification, testing and inspection activities according to relevant international standards or national standards, confirms that they meet the requirements of relevant standards, further proves that they have the technical and management capabilities to engage in certification, testing and inspection activities, and issues accreditation certificates. It is also an effective proof of the ability of testing laboratories of third-party institutions.
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