Description

•  Scheme design and framework
•  Determining fitness for purpose and validation of scheme
•  Resource, personnel and competence requirements
•  Scheme item preparation and quality control
•  Importance of robust analysis of scheme design
•  Outline of statistical method 

Outline

1.    Identify the documents and records required;
2.    Categorize scenarios as “proficiency testing” or “other” using the 17043:2023 standard definition;
3.    Practice statistical methodologies for designing and analyzing a proficiency testing scheme;
4.    Analyze sample reports for conformity to ISO 17043:2023 requirements; and
5.    Build an optimal statistical design for the objectives of a proficiency testing scheme.

Definitions

• How build the quality system according to ISO 17043:2023
• Explain the statistical method according to ISO 13528:2022

Audience

Proficiency testing providers considering accreditation to ISO requirements, or seeking a better understanding of the basic requirements for PT and process improvement; Accreditation Bodies; Assessors; calibration & testing labs