The 39th SMIIC MC Training within the SMIIC MC Work Plan 2024 – 2026 V3 was the The Training in Preparing a Calibration & Testing Laboratories for Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 on the 14 July 2026 virtually, technically hosted by SMIIC General Secretariat. 24 experts participated in the training.
The training was hosted by NMI: Emirates Metrology Metrology (EMI)
General Description: Training in Preparing Calibration and Testing Laboratories for Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 provides essential knowledge of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017, enabling laboratories to establish and implement a compliant management system and prepare successfully for accreditation.
Objective, expected outcome: To equip participants with the knowledge and practical skills to implement ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, ensure technical competence, and prepare calibration and testing laboratories for accreditation.
Who should attend: This course is designed for laboratory managers, quality managers, technical managers, calibration and testing engineers, metrologists, laboratory personnel, internal auditors, and professionals involved in laboratory accreditation and quality management systems.
References: Guide to the Expression of Uncertainty in Measurement (GUM)
Lecturer/s: Prof. Dr. Hala M. Abdel Mageed Mosaad
Subject/Activities:
- Understanding ISO/IEC 17025 Requirements
- Implementation of the Laboratory Management System.
- Preparing for Accreditation: Internal audits, management reviews, handling nonconformities, and readiness for accreditation assessments.