It is important to clarify good practices within a laboratory, regardless of the type of laboratory or the tests performed. It is also essential to understand the categories of non-hazardous waste that may be generated, as well as the different categories of hazardous waste and their incompatibilities. Knowing how to respond to accidents or incidents related to waste management is crucial. In addition, it is necessary to explain the proper procedures for transferring and handling generated waste. Understanding waste classifications according to applicable regulations, as well as their identification and labeling, is fundamental.
All of these aspects aim to provide an appropriate management system for laboratories based on their waste generation, ensure the proper functioning of a laboratory—even in the management of hazardous or non-hazardous waste—and guarantee that waste management is carried out correctly and in compliance with current legislation.
We explain the changes introduced in the new ISO 11731:2017 and how to adapt to them within a Quality System. We cover the guidelines to follow if you already have the method validated and/or accredited. Practical examples are provided based on the application of the new requirements of the standard, depending on the type of matrix, expected accompanying bacterial load/Legionella spp., and the theoretical detection limit associated with the types of inoculation and treatments.
We provide you with the necessary knowledge to carry out sampling for microbiological testing in food, environmental surface samples, and the primary production sector. We review the regulatory documents associated with sampling and outline how to perform quality assessment activities in sampling related to microbiological tests in the laboratory, within the framework of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
We provide you with the necessary knowledge to carry out sampling for microbiological testing of water, food, environmental surface samples, and primary production. We review the normative documents associated with sampling and outline how to perform quality assessment activities in sampling for microbiological tests in the laboratory, within the framework of ISO/IEC 17025:2017.
We also offer another similar pack which, instead of including the Thermo-Hygrometer Equipment Calibration spreadsheet, contains the Temperature Equipment Calibration with Repeat Measurements spreadsheet.
We explain how to comply with UNE-EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for conducting Quality Assessment of tests. In this course, we will focus on control charts: their design, implementation, and interpretation, in order to evaluate trends in the obtained results.
We help you plan and develop a Quality Control Plan for your tests, ensuring that the results obtained meet the specified requirements. We describe the different quality control techniques, tolerances, control charts, proficiency tests, duplicates, etc., as well as how to obtain the reference values for comparing results, taking validation into account. This way, you will comply with UNE–EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and ensure that your results remain under control.
We will explain how to work with reference strains and their application in culture media controls, validations, and quality controls, in accordance with UNE–EN ISO/IEC 17025:2017, taking into account UNE–EN ISO 11133:2014. We will also cover the different types of culture media and their controls, the various types of strains and reference materials, their preservation and handling, related procedures, and the records required to demonstrate traceability of the processes performed.
Become an expert in risk management and ensure quality in your laboratory!
The ISO 17025 standard requires laboratories to assess and manage risks that could compromise the quality of their testing and calibration. This 100% online course will provide you with the necessary tools to identify, analyze, and mitigate risks in the laboratory environment, using your system’s tools and focusing on the key points where ISO 17025 requires you to evaluate them.
This document is intended for laboratories participating in Pesticide Residue Analysis in Food and Feed throughout the EU. We will clarify the aspects included in the 2021 revision regarding operational requirements, method validation, and quality control, aiming to provide confidence in the data generated and reported within the framework of official pesticide residue controls. This revision of SANTE Document 11312/2021 includes some updates on topics such as result calculation with correction factors, rounding of results, SRM uncertainty, and the definition and clarification of terms.
The objective of this course is to clarify how to establish the working range to be applied in Microbiology incubators in order to control incubation temperatures, following the guidelines included in the reference standard ISO 7218:2024, and thus comply with these requirements, also within the accreditation process.
