ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support laboratories to meet the requirements of the standard by implementing a quality control system based on ISO/IEC 17025. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of an LMS in testing and calibration laboratories in order to produce reliable measurement results and open your laboratory`s doors for accreditation and international recognition.
Why should you attend?
ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer training enables you to develop the necessary expertise to support laboratories to meet the requirements of the standard by implementing a quality control system based on ISO/IEC 17025. During this training course, you will also gain a thorough understanding of the best practices of an LMS in testing and calibration laboratories in order to produce reliable measurement results and open your laboratory`s doors for accreditation and international recognition.
After mastering all the necessary concepts of Laboratory Management Systems, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” credential. By holding a PECB Lead Implementer Certificate, you will be able to demonstrate that you have the practical knowledge and professional capabilities to implement ISO/IEC 17025 in your laboratory.
Who should attend?
Individuals involved in Testing and Calibration Laboratories
Managers or consultants seeking to master the implementation of a Laboratory Management System
Laboratory technicians responsible for maintaining conformance with Testing and Calibration Laboratories Accreditation requirements
Individuals responsible for supporting the operations of a Testing and Calibration Laboratory
Technical experts seeking to prepare for Testing and Calibration Laboratories competence assessment
Learning objectives
Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 17025 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
Master the concepts, approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Learn how to interpret the ISO/IEC 17025 requirements in the specific context of the laboratory
Learn how to support a laboratory to perform testing and other operating activities
Acquire the expertise to advise a laboratory in implementing Laboratory Management System best practices
Educational approach
This training is based on both theory and best practices used in the implementation of a LMS
Lecture sessions are illustrated with examples based on case studies
Practical exercises are based on a case study which includes role playing and discussions
Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam
Prerequisites
A comprehensive knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and comprehensive knowledge of implementation principles.
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Course Agenda
Day 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 17025 and initiation of a LMS
Day 2: Plan the implementation of a LMS
Day 3: Implementation of a LMS
Day 4: LMS monitoring, measurement, continuous improvement and preparation for accreditation
Day 5: Certification Exam
Examination
The “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of a Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Domain 2: Laboratory Management System (LMS)
Domain 3: Planning a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
Domain 4: Implementing a management system based on ISO/IEC 17025
Domain 5: Performance evaluation, monitoring and measurement of a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
Domain 6: Continual improvement of a LMS based on ISO/IEC 17025
Domain 7: Preparing for an accreditation
Certification
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credentials shown on the table below. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. For more information about ISO/IEC 17025 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The requirements for PECB Implementer Certifications are:
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent
None
None
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Implementer
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent
Two years: One year of work experience in to Laboratory Management
Project activities: a total of 200 hours
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent
Five years: Two years of work experience in Laboratory Management
Project activities: a total of 300 hours
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Senior Lead Implementer
PECB Certified ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Implementer Exam or equivalent
Ten years: Seven years of work experience in Laboratory Management
Project activities: a total of 1,000 hours
Signing the PECB Code of Ethics
To be considered valid, these implementation activities should follow best implementation practices and include most of the following activities:
Drafting a LMS plan
Initiating a LMS implementation
Implementing a LMS
Monitoring and managing a LMS implementation
Performing continual improvement measures
General Information
Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course
Training material containing over 450 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed
An attestation of course completion worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.
In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free