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ISO 17025:2017 is an international standard that sets a framework for laboratories involved in testing, sampling and calibration to produce reliable, consistent and technically valid results.

Bywater is Europe’s leading provider of ISO 17025 consultancy and training services and has laboratory experts across the country. Over the years we have helped hundreds of testing and calibration laboratories from a variety of industries and sectors to implement and improve their ISO 17025 management systems.

What is ISO 17025?

Through the implementation of ISO 17025 Laboratories can show that they operate competently and generate valid results.

ISO 17025:2017 is split into two key parts, the development of an effective management system, with requirements aligned to ISO 9001; and laboratory technical requirements, which covers staff competency & training, and method development & validation, ensuring the validity of laboratory generated results and reporting of those results.

Benefits of ISO 17025

Accreditation to ISO 17025 recognises the competency of a laboratory and demonstrates its adherence to robust testing methods. Accreditation allows organisations to:

easily demonstrate reliability to potential customers, giving an advantage in tendering processes
continually improve and maintain operational performance and processes through internal and external assessments (monitoring and evaluation)
address possible risks and opportunities to continually improve the laboratory and its systems
create cost effective right first-time testing methods thus reducing the amount of waste and re-testing required
create a customer focused approach to the business, helping to retain business

Our Experience

With consultants across the United Kingdom, our ISO 17025 consultants can provide tailored consultancy services onsite and remotely. Within our 35 year’s experience we have:

helped thousands of organisations achieve and maintain ISO 17025 certification
become a world leading provider of ISO 17025 training and consultancy in the UK
become an Approved Training Partner (ATP) to the CQI and IRCA offering certified ISO 17025 Lead Auditor training courses
trained delegates from businesses of all shapes and sizes, including offering tailored courses for those working within Forensic Science laboratories, for example our Understanding ISO 17025 – Forensic Applications training course which provides an awareness of Forensic Science Regulators Codes and ILAC Forensic Modules.

How we can help

ISO 17025 Gap Analysis

A gap analysis involves assessing the current laboratory system to the requirements of ISO 17025, highlighting any areas of non-compliance.

We will provide a full written report with suggested actions which can be used to develop an implementation plan.

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Auditing Against ISO 17025

Pre-assessment audits and internal audits assist in reviewing the management systems conformance to ISO 17025 and ensuring the system is effectively implemented and maintained.

From undertaking audit, inclusive of planning and reporting, to assisting with an internal audit, our consultants can provide as much support as required.

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Developing Documentation

ISO 17025 details documentation required by laboratories, including documented laboratory activities and procedures.

Our consultants can review your documentation, provide guidance on documentation which will benefit your management system and create documents on your behalf to assist with business continuity.

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ISO 17025 Training Courses

Training provides delegates with the knowledge and skills to audit against ISO 17025 to ensure the management system is effectively implemented.

Our ISO 17025 training courses, available at your premises and within the Virtual Classroom, include our CQI and IRCA certified ISO 17025 Lead Auditor and ISO 17025 Internal Auditor training courses.

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ISO 17025 Forensic Laboratories

Implementing ISO 17025 within a forensic organisation provides confidence of the competence and impartiality of the organisation.

Our Consultants can provide support to public and private forensic organisations seeking accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025. We also offer tailored ISO 17025 training courses to suit a range of forensic disciplines, including digital forensics.

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If you would like to speak to someone about how we can support your organisation call our team on 0333 123 9001 or contact us.

Customer reviews

Extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic and engaging tutorRichard is extremely knowledgeable in this area and his enthusiasm really rubs of. He teaches the subject in a really engaging way.

Thames Valley Police|20th Nov, 2024

Tutor was clearly an expert in the fieldIt was clear that the instructor, Nicola, was an expert in this field (digital forensics) and was able to administer the course and its content very easily.

Northamptonshire Police & Crime Commissioner|6th Nov, 2024

Tutor’s enthusiasm made for a pleasant two days of learningVery knowledgeable and experienced tutor. His enthusiasm for the subject come across in bundles, and made for a pleasant two days of learning.

Tradebe Inutec|4th Oct, 2024

Tutor’s knowledge is second to noneVery knowledgeable tutor, he is passionate about the subjects he teaches to the delegates. His knowledge without doubt is second to none and he always shows respect to the delegates and understands their needs during the course. He always checks...

Thames Valley Police|27th Aug, 2024

Many useful examples of how to apply the course contentWe had many examples of how to apply what was taught which was useful, as not many training courses actually give you proper examples and tips and tricks of how to act in an audit.

Private|12th Aug, 2024

Enjoyable workshops and plenty of time for discussionThe course included a lot of workshops which I enjoyed and allowed time for discussion. The Tutor was very knowledgeable with a lot of practical experience, they also answered all the questions I had and was happy to help or...

BM Trada|24th Jul, 2024

Invaluably experienced tutorNicola's experience was invaluable - she gave some great tips on how to approach different situations when you are conducting an audit. The course content was great too, Nicola communicated the information across very well.

Volac International Ltd|2nd Jul, 2024

Case studies and role play kept the content interestingThe tutor engaged the audience throughout and kept the content interesting using a lot of case studies and role play.

British American Tobacco (BAT)|1st Jul, 2024

Excellent, extremely knowledgeable tutorThe tutor was excellent, extremely knowledgeable in the subject being taught and presented the subject manner in an engaging manner. Also very good at explaining the processes to apply the ISO standard. All backed up with real life examples.

British American Tobacco (BAT)|25th Jun, 2024

Honestly, the one of the best courses I’ve ever takenTim Alcock effectively explained and illustrated course concepts, workshops, and all case studies. Moreover, the feedback he gave us was very helpful indeed and improved my understanding of ISO_IEC 17025. Great balance of individual attention and group learning. Honestly, the...

Supply Servis S.R.O.|19th Jun, 2024

Complex subject area was made user-friendly by the tutorRichard was engaging and presented the course content in a user friendly manner, simplifying a complex area of business.

Forensic Analytics Ltd|17th Jun, 2024

A pleasure to learn from the tutor for the dayTim is very experienced in his field and was a pleasure to learn from him for the day.

TUV SUD Ltd|11th Jun, 2024

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ISO 17025 Gap Analysis

Auditing Against ISO 17025

Developing Documentation

ISO 17025 Training Courses

ISO 17025 Forensic Laboratories

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