ISO 17025 Internal Auditor - United States

ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ISO 17025

• ISO 17025

Module 2: Requirements of ISO 17025

• Overview

Module 3: ISO 19011 Relationship to ISO 17025

• ISO 19011
• ISO 17025

Module 4: Scope

• Overview

Module 5: Normative References

• Introduction to Normative References

Module 6: Terms and Definitions

• Overview

Module 7: General Requirements

• Overview
• Impartiality
• Confidentiality

Module 8: Structural Requirements

• Overview of Structural Requirements

Module 9: Resource Requirements

• Introduction
• General
• Personnel
• Facilities and Environmental Conditions
• Equipment
• Metrological Traceability
• Externally Provided Products and Services

Module 10: Process Requirements

• Introduction to Process Requirements
• Review - Requests, Tenders, and Contracts
• Selection, Verification, and Validation of Methods
• Sampling
• Handling Test or Calibration Items
• Technical Records
• Evaluation of Measurement Uncertainty
• Ensure Results Validity
• Reporting of Results
• Complaints
• Nonconforming Work
• Control of Data and Information Management

Module 11: Management System Requirements

• Options
• Option A
• Option B
• General

Module 12: Management System Documentation

• Overview
• Document Categories

Module 13: Control Management System Documents

• Overview
• Primary Document Control Requirements in the ISO 17025 Standard

Module 14: Control of Records

• Overview

Module 15: Address Risks and Opportunities

• Overview of Address Risks and Opportunities

Module 16: Improvement

• Overview of Improvement

Module 17: Corrective Actions

• Steps to Take Corrective Actions

Module 18: Internal Audit and Management Reviews

• Internal Audit
• Management Reviews

Module 19: Terminology – ISO 9000, VIM etc.

• ISO 9000 Terminology in English
• What is ISO 9000?
• Common ISO Definitions

Module 20: Fundamental Audit Concepts and Principles

• Overview

Module 21: Auditing Requirements and Assessment: ISO 17011:2017, ISO 19011:2018

• Auditing: ISO 17011:2017
• Auditing: ISO 19011:2018

Module 22: Recognition and Oversight of ILAC, IAAC, APAC etc.

• Description of ILAC
• ILAC’s Global Role
• Abbreviations
• ILAC Documents
• ILAC P10 Traceability Policy

Module 23: Test Reports, AB Symbols, Equipment Stickers, and Certificates

• AB Symbols
• Certificates
• Certificate Naming Convention

Module 24: Clauses 4, 5, and 6 Review

• Clause 4: General Requirements
• Clause 5: Structural Requirements
• Clause 6: Resource Requirements

Module 25: Clauses 7 and 8 Review

• Clause 7: Process Requirements
• Clause 8: Option

Module 26: Guidelines for Auditing: ISO 19011

• ISO 19011 Auditing Guidelines
• What is ISO 19011?
• Standard Facts of ISO 19011
• Who ISO 19011:2018 should be Used?
• What does ISO 19011:2018 Accomplish?

Module 27: GUM (Uncertainty), PT/ILC, and Traceability

• GUM (Uncertainty)
• PT/ILC
• Traceability

Module 28: Opening and Closing Meeting Activities

• Opening Meeting
• What Happens in an Opening Meeting?
• Closing Meeting
• What Happens in a Closing Meeting?

Module 29: ISO 19011 Relationship to ISO 17025

• ISO 19011
• ISO 17025

Module 30: Auditing Technical Methods

• Overview

Module 31: Reporting Audit Results

• Internal Audit Report

Module 32: Audit Checklists

• ISO 17025:2017 Audit Checklist for Laboratory Accreditation System Requirements
• Content of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Audit Checklists

Module 33: Review of Standards and Internal Auditing Issues

• Review of Standards
• Internal Auditing Issues

Who should attend this ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Course?

The ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Course in the United States is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of the ISO standard, which is used to audit testing and calibration laboratories. It can benefit a wide range of professionals, including:

• Laboratory Managers
• Quality Managers
• Laboratory Accreditation Specialists
• Quality Control Specialists
• Regulatory Compliance Officers
• Internal Auditors
• Consultants

Prerequisites of the ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Course

To attend this training course, delegates must have a foundational understanding of ISO. For this knowledge, we suggest completing our ISO 17025 Foundation Course.

ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Training Course Overview

ISO 17025 Certification stands as a cornerstone for ensuring the precision and competence of testing and calibration laboratories globally. As the gold standard for laboratory management, a thorough understanding of ISO 17025 is paramount. This course in the United States serves as an invaluable opportunity for professionals to delve into the intricacies of ISO, gaining insights that are essential for effective laboratory management.

Professionals in the United States who aim to elevate their careers in laboratory management, including laboratory supervisors, technicians, and quality managers, will find this training instrumental in gaining a comprehensive understanding of ISO and its relevance in their roles.

This two-day training course in the United States is meticulously crafted to equip delegates with the skills and knowledge needed for proficient internal auditing within the framework of ISO 17025. The course covers fundamental principles, internal audit techniques, compliance assessment, and continuous improvement strategies.

Course Objectives

• To understand the fundamental principles and requirements of ISO 17025 Certification
• To learn the specific roles and responsibilities associated with internal auditing in a laboratory context
• To gain insights into the planning, execution, and reporting aspects of internal audits effectively
• To develop proficiency in assessing compliance and identifying areas for improvement within laboratory operations
• To comprehend the significance of corrective actions and continuous improvement in the context of laboratory management
• To acquire the skills required to contribute actively to the overall success of ISO 17025 Courses within their respective organizations

Upon completion of this course in the United States, professionals will be well-versed in ISO requirements, enabling them to conduct internal audits adeptly. This knowledge empowers participants to play a pivotal role in maintaining compliance, reliability, and quality in testing and calibration activities within their laboratories.

What’s included in this ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Course?

• ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Examination
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack

ISO 17025 Internal Auditor Exam Information

To achieve the ISO 17025 Internal Auditor, candidates will need to sit for an examination. The exam format is as follows: 

• Question Type: Multiple Choice  
• Total Questions: 30 
• Total Marks: 30 Marks 
• Pass Mark: 50%, or 15/30 Marks 
• Duration: 40 Minutes  
• Open Book/ Closed Book: Closed Book