The 21th SMIIC MC Training within the SMIIC MC Work Plan 2024 – 2026 V2 was the The Training on How Do Calibration and Testing Laboratories Achieve Accreditation According To ISO/IEC 17025? that took place on the 15-16 October 2025 virtually, technically hosted by SMIIC General Secretariat. 45 experts participated in the training.

The training was hosted by NMI: Emirates Metrology Institute (EMI)

General Description: ISO/IEC 17025 defines the requirements for the competence and quality management of calibration and testing laboratories. Accreditation to this standard, granted by recognized bodies, confirms that a laboratory produces technically valid and reliable results, supporting international recognition and trust in measurements.

Objective, expected outcome: The objective of this training is to provide a clear understanding of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025, the accreditation process for calibration and testing laboratories, and the essential role of metrology in demonstrating technical competence and maintaining reliable quality systems.              

Who should attend: This presentation is intended for professionals and metrologists in national metrology institutes and related laboratories.

References:  ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Lecturer/s:  Prof. Dr. Hala Abdel Megeed 

Time Schedule: 15-16 october 2025 (10:00 – 12:00)

Subject/Activities:

• ISO/IEC 17025 General Requirements.

• ISO/IEC 17025 Structural Requirements.

• ISO/IEC 17025 Resource Requirements.

• ISO/IEC 17025 Process Requirements.

• ISO/IEC 17025 Management System Requirements.