ISO/IEC 17020 Training is a professional training program that provides knowledge of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2012 – Conformity Assessment — Requirements for the Operation of Various Types of Bodies Performing Inspection. It is intended for organizations and personnel involved in inspection activities.
Objectives
Understand the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2012.Establish and maintain an effective inspection management system.
Ensure impartiality, independence, and competence of inspection bodies.
Prepare for accreditation by recognized accreditation bodies.
Course Topics
Introduction to ISO/IEC 17020Principles of inspection bodies
Types of inspection bodies (Type A, Type B, and Type C)
Organizational structure and impartiality
Personnel competence and training
Inspection methods and procedures
Equipment calibration and maintenance
Document and record control
Risk management
Quality management system requirements
Internal audits
Corrective actions and continual improvement
Accreditation process and assessment preparation
Who Should Attend?
Inspection engineersQuality managers
Technical managers
Inspection body personnel
Auditors
HSE professionals
Consultants responsible for inspection systems
Learning Outcomes
After completing the training, participants should be able to:
Interpret the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2012.Implement and maintain an inspection management system.
Demonstrate competence and impartiality in inspection activities.
Conduct internal audits against ISO/IEC 17020 requirements.
Prepare their organization for accreditation assessments.
Benefits
Improved inspection quality and consistency.Increased customer confidence.
Compliance with international requirements.
Enhanced organizational credibility.
Readiness for accreditation by national or international accreditation bodies.
ISO/IEC 17020 training is especially valuable for personnel working in inspection organizations involved in fields such as lifting equipment inspection, pressure equipment inspection, electrical inspection, non-destructive testing (NDT), construction inspection, and industrial safety inspections