ISO 17020 is an international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that sets criteria for the competence, impartiality, and consistent performance of inspection bodies. This standard classifies inspection bodies into three types—Type A, Type B, and Type C—depending on their relationship to the inspected parties.
The standard specifies requirements for the technical competence of inspectors, the adequacy of inspection equipment, and the suitability of inspection methods and procedures. It also emphasizes the importance of impartiality, confidentiality, effective complaint resolution, and continual improvement.
Accreditation under ISO 17020 indicates that an inspection body has been thoroughly evaluated by an accreditation authority and adheres to high standards of competence and fairness. This compliance reassures clients and stakeholders of the professionalism, reliability, and quality of the inspection services provided.
The time to get ISO 17020 Accreditation depend on company size, number of locations, business nature and operation complexity.
For Company (Staff < 20), it take 6 months on average.
For Company (Staff ~50), it take 8 months on average.
For Company (Staff ~100), it take 8-12 months on average.
You may take below steps :
1) ISO 17020 Gap Analysis.
2) Establishment of ISO 17020 Documentation.
3) Attend ISO 17020 Training.
4) Implementation of ISO 17020 System.
5) Arrange an Internal Audit
6) External ISO 17020 Audit by Accreditation Body.
There are two major Fees.
1) ISO 17020 Accreditation Fee charged by Accredited Certification Body such as HKAS, CNAS, UKAS, ANAB.....
2) Consultant Fee charged by us.
The Fees depend on company size, number of departments, number of locations and complexity of complaint handling.
No. In market, ISO 17020 Standard generic training was provided by different platforms but cannot tell you how to implement ISO 17020 System in your company.
Absolutely Yes. In general, ISO Consultant will draft documentation, guide your company to implement ISO 17020 system until passing in ISO 17020 Accreditation Audit.
In general, the company can put the ISO 17020 logo in the website, name card and letterhead after receipt of corresponding ISO 17020 Certificate.
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