9 Questions
What is accreditation?
The evaluation of a conformity assessment body against recognized standards
What is the purpose of accreditation bodies?
To ensure conformity assessment bodies are subject to oversight by an authoritative body
What is the name of the largest accreditation body in the Middle East region?
Emirates International Accreditation Centre (EIAC)
What is the name of the largest accreditation body in Europe?
United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)
What is the purpose of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF)?
To provide international recognition to accreditation bodies
What is the purpose of the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC)?
To provide international recognition to accreditation bodies
What is the role of accreditation bodies that have been peer evaluated as competent?
To assess and accredit conformity assessment bodies to the relevant standards
What is the largest accreditation body in South Asia?
Quality Council of India (QCI)
What international standards are used for most of the accreditation schemes?
International standards issued by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
Study Notes
Test your knowledge on the formal recognition of competence with this quiz on accreditation. Learn about the evaluation process of conformity assessment bodies and their ability to carry out specific tasks like certification, inspection, and testing. Explore the role of accreditation bodies and their formal demonstration of impartiality and competence. Keywords: accreditation, conformity assessment, certification, inspection, testing.
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