2 DAYS TRAINING PROGRAMME

CLASSROOM & DISTANCE LEARNING COURSE

ISO/IEC 17043 PROFICIENCY TESTING PROVIDER ACCREDITATION TECHNICAL SERVICES

As is widely known, IAF-AB is conducting various technical courses inviting interested personnel/technocrats for enhancing & fine-tuning of the skill.

IAF-AB organizing Two Days Training Programme Classroom & online Training course for ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services series management system.

1. INTRODUCTION ON ISO/IEC 17043

The standards published by ISO undergo changes periodically, to reflect the best-suited practices over the changing times. ISO series of standards For a business unit to successfully set up an ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services management systems or get maximum benefits from an established management system, auditors within the organization have to be trained to assess the system ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services requirements. They must also be able to assess their suppliers required management system to support own Quality Initiative.

To increase professionalism, quality auditors also seek formal registration with the IAF-AB (UK & INDIA) one of the prerequisites for such registration requires the quality auditors and practitioners to successfully complete an IAF-AB (UK & INDIA) approved auditor training.

1. OBJECTIVE OF THE COURSE:

The objective of the course is to illustrate the importance of the Two Days Training Programme role, skills and competency in bearing the ultimate responsibility for the effective performance of the audit team. A practical and intensive course for training quality professionals to External, Internal and manage third and second party audits of an ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Management System.

Course describes how to plan and perform an audit, report findings, conduct opening and closing meetings and establish follow-up action. You will understand by the end of the course how regular auditing by an audit team directed by a competent internal auditor is the foundation of an effective ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Management System. On completion of the course, you will have the necessary skills and the experience to Internal Audit and manage your own audits. The learning process will include a series of tutorials, exercises, culminating in both practical and written examination. Delegates will be supplied with a bound set of comprehensive course notes.

1. COURSE CONTENTS:

• Introduction to ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Management System
•  Vocabulary & understanding definitions
•  Introduction to ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services- Management System Requirements
•  Need for Internal Quality Audits
•    Auditing Techniques
•  Conducting Internal Quality Audits
•     Course Examination with minimum 50% passing marks.

Day 1: Understanding ISO/IEC 17043 Standards and Structural Requirements

Session 1: Introduction to ISO/IEC 17043

• Overview of ISO/IEC 17043
  • Scope, applicability, and benefits of proficiency testing for quality assurance in labs
  • Definitions: Proficiency testing, interlaboratory comparisons, performance evaluation
  • Importance of ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation in enhancing credibility and consistency

Session 2: Structural Requirements for PT Providers

• Organizational and Management Structure
  • Importance of impartiality, competence, and confidentiality in PT provision
  • Requirements for organizational independence and responsibility of top management
  • Establishing documented management systems for PT operations
• Roles and Responsibilities of PT Personnel
  • Qualifications and training requirements for personnel involved in PT
  • Defining roles to ensure the reliability of PT activities and results

Session 3: Resource Requirements

• Personnel Competence and Training
  • Selection criteria for competent personnel and ongoing training requirements
  • Competency assessment methods for PT provider staff
• Facilities and Equipment Management
  • Facilities and environmental control for handling and storing test items
  • Equipment calibration, maintenance, and traceability requirements

Session 4: Proficiency Testing Design and Planning

• Developing PT Schemes
  • Types of proficiency testing and selecting the appropriate PT scheme based on scope
  • Designing proficiency tests to meet specific goals and participant needs
  • Sampling, homogeneity, and stability considerations for test items

Group Activity:

• Practical exercise on designing a PT scheme, including identifying objectives, participants, and test item requirements.

Day 2: PT Implementation, Quality Management, and Accreditation Process

Session 5: PT Implementation and Execution

• Preparation and Distribution of PT Test Items
  • Test item preparation, packaging, and safe distribution to participants
  • Ensuring item traceability, labeling, and record-keeping requirements
• Data Collection and Statistical Analysis
  • Collecting and analyzing results using statistical methods (z-score, En score, etc.)
  • Ensuring accuracy and reliability in the interpretation of PT data

Session 6: Evaluation of PT Results and Reporting

• Result Interpretation and Performance Evaluation
  • Analyzing participant performance and identifying unacceptable results
  • Best practices for resolving and investigating unsatisfactory performance
• Preparation of PT Reports
  • Report structure, essential elements, and presentation of statistical results
  • Maintaining transparency, confidentiality, and objective reporting standards

Session 7: Quality Management System for PT Providers

• ISO/IEC 17043 Quality Management System (QMS) Requirements
  • Building a QMS to document procedures, policies, and processes for PT activities
  • Monitoring QMS performance through regular audits and reviews
• Continuous Improvement and Risk Management
  • Handling non-conformities, corrective actions, and continuous improvement processes
  • Risk assessment and management strategies for PT provider activities

Session 8: Preparing for ISO/IEC 17043 Accreditation

• Steps in the Accreditation Process
  • Accreditation application, assessment, and preparation for external audits
  • Typical findings and best practices for ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17043
• Conducting Internal Audits and Management Reviews
  • Internal audit planning, conducting audits, and preparing for external assessments
  • Management review requirements and addressing audit findings

Group Activity:

• Simulation of an internal audit exercise for ISO/IEC 17043 compliance.

Closing Session:

• Review and Wrap-Up
  • Key takeaways, participant Q&A, and resources for ISO/IEC 17043 implementation
• Feedback and Certification
  • Collecting participant feedback, distributing course materials, and issuing certificates

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this training, participants will:

• Understand the requirements and best practices for ISO/IEC 17043 PT provider accreditation
• Gain skills in designing, implementing, and managing effective PT schemes
• Develop a QMS to ensure consistency and reliability in PT services
• Prepare for ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation, including internal audits and readiness assessments

Delivery Method:

• Classroom Training: Interactive presentations, group discussions, and hands-on activities
• Distance Learning: Virtual presentations, case studies, downloadable resources, and quizzes

Materials Provided:

• Comprehensive course manual covering ISO/IEC 17043 requirements
• Templates for PT scheme design, documentation, and audit checklists
• Certificate of completion for participants

This training provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to deliver credible, consistent proficiency testing services and achieve ISO/IEC 17043 accreditation.

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1. WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

1)   All employees whose work responsibility directly affects ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Body Technical services.

2)   Those individuals willing to take up external auditing as a future profession by becoming an independent auditor.

3)   Those who intend to enroll themselves to IAF-AB (UK & INDIA) Registration Schemes of ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Body Technical services.

4)   Management Representatives responsible for effective implementation and execution of ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services Body Technical services.

1. FACILITIES:

All facility for delegates covering lecture hall, tea and lunch will be arranged by Client or if you are attending the course at IAF-AB office. IAF-AB institute will arrange the above facility.

1. COURSE DETAILS:

Detail program of every days training course will be sent / given on the first day to the delegates on registration.

1. DURATION:

Two Days Training program for ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services [Timings: 10.00 am to 6.00 pm]

FEES:

1. 2 Days Training program of ISO ISO/IEC 17043 Proficiency Testing Provider Accreditation Technical Services is Rs 10500+18%GST

Payment should be made by Cheque / DD in Favor of “IAF-AB, Mumbai”