We support you in obtaining ISO 17020
Improve your organization’s quality with ISO 17020
We want to be your ideal partner by offering technical tools and services that help you achieve accreditation based on the reference standard UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020.
Inspection Bodies or Inspection Entities, in order to provide information on the conformity of different types of items of an entity with regulations, standards, specifications, inspection schemes, or contracts, carry out evaluations on behalf of private organizations or public authorities.
Inspection parameters cover aspects such as quantity, quality, safety, fitness for intended use, and ongoing compliance with the safety of operating facilities or systems. In addition, at the end of the process, a report of the activities’ results is issued and shared with the client and, when necessary, with the authorities.
Another very important aspect to consider is demonstrating the independence of an inspection body, which strengthens client confidence while also showing its ability to carry out inspection work impartially.
This is where UNE EN ISO/IEC 17020 comes into play, a fundamental international standard designed to promote trust in entities performing inspections.
Whatever your classification as an Inspection Body regarding independence (Type A, B, or C), we will help you achieve your UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation.
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Its objective
Its function
Its benefits
Its objective
Accreditation under UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020 evaluates the Inspection Body to verify its technical and human capacity to carry out an assessment of the inspected object in accordance with applicable regulations and standards, while maintaining the necessary independence to perform it.
Its function
The ISO 17020 standard establishes the requirements for the proper operation of entities carrying out inspections. It also describes the standards these entities must meet to demonstrate technical competence and to issue appropriate assessments in accordance with the level of independence required in each case.
It is an internationally recognized process aimed at increasing user confidence in Inspection Bodies that have successfully completed the process.
Its benefits
Inspection Bodies must have this accreditation to operate in certain sectors, but obtaining it also provides the following benefits:
- Maintains competence: verified through periodic independent internal and external audits
- Continuous improvement of the quality management system
- Opens doors to new markets thanks to international recognition by accreditation bodies in different countries
- Increases the commitment of all personnel to comply with various requirements (client, legal, regulatory, etc.)
- Develops staff competencies through training plans and effectiveness evaluations
- Enhances reputation by increasing client confidence and satisfaction
- Offers a competitive advantage: technical competence helps you stand out from the competition
Obtain UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020 accreditation with the support of GSC
At GSC, we make our team of consultants with extensive industry experience available to you. Our in-house staff has over 25 years of successful experience implementing systems in different types of Inspection Bodies through our audit and advisory services.
What sets us apart in the accreditation process?
- We adapt to the specific needs of each client thanks to a wide range of solutions tailored to the type of organization and its situation.
- Our audit and advisory service includes a strong consulting component to help you reorient your system.
- We provide up-to-date information on applicable regulations so you can anticipate changes.
- We offer an external perspective on your organization and insights into sector-specific evaluation trends.
Frequently Asked Questions about UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17020
ISO 17020: What is an Inspection Body (IB)?
It is a body that carries out inspections, understood as the review of a product, process, service, or facility, or its design, and the determination of its conformity with specific or general requirements, based on professional judgment.
What types of Inspection Bodies exist according to ISO 17020?
According to the ISO 17020 standard, there are three types of Inspection Bodies:
Type A: those that offer their services as a third party.
Type B: those that provide their services as a first party.
Type C: those bodies that offer their services as a first party but also provide inspection services to other organizations.
Which activities can be accredited under ISO 17020?
Any product, process, service, facility, or its design can be accredited under this standard. The process may include the examination of people, facilities, technology, and methodology.
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