In-company training

Gain an understanding of ISO/IEC 17020, with specific reference to forensic applications and the accreditation process, on our Understanding ISO 17020 Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies.

This 1-day introductory course uses engaging modules together with interactive workshops and exercises to help delegates put knowledge gained into practice around ISO/IEC 17020 with specific reference to forensic applications – including guidance from the Forensic Science Regulator (FSR), International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC), and the National Accreditation Body (UKAS) for crime scene investigation.

At the end of the course delegates will have an understanding of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020 and relevant codes of practice, as well as the role of inspection bodies.

The course is suitable for:

  • forensic inspection bodies seeking ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation
  • those involved in implementing ISO/IEC 17020
  • existing QMS internal auditors who are looking to expand their skills to audit against ISO/IEC 17020

This course is an excellent introduction for those who wish to progress onto the 2-day ISO 17020 Internal Auditor Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies.

The course topics include:

  • ISO/IEC 17020:2012 clauses and requirements
  • quality assurance
  • role of inspection bodies
  • accreditation
  • Forensic Science Regulator Codes of Practice (FSR CoPC)
  • FSR/ILAC G19/RG 201
  • overview of quality management and laboratory standards including ISO 9000 and ISO 9001
  • classification of inspection bodies
  • documented systems
  • implementation

This 1-day course will deliver an agenda that covers the following key topics for Forensic Inspection Bodies.

  • WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
  • Quality Management and Laboratory Accreditation
  • ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements covering Impartiality, Independence and Confidentiality
  • Workshop: Impartiality – what are the risks to impartiality when performing Forensic inspection activities
  • ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements covering Administration, Organisation and Management
  • Workshop: Examples of ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements
  • ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements covering Personnel, Facilities, Equipment and Subcontracting
  • ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements covering inspection processes
  • ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements covering the Management system used within the Forensic inspection body
  • Workshop: Examples of ISO 17020:2012 Clause requirements
  • Relationship between ISO/IEC 17020:2012, FSR Codes requirements, ILAC G19:08 requirements and UKAS RG201
  • Review
  • CLOSE

By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

  • interpret the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2012
  • understand the Forensic Science Regulator codes of practice
  • identify the types of inspection bodies
  • understand the relationship between ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025

Delegates who attend the course in full will also receive a certificate of completion, in recognition of their new knowledge of ISO/IEC 17020.

Understanding ISO 17020 Training Course for Forensic Inspection Bodies Certificate