NABL Laboratory Quality Management Checklist - India
This checklist supports NABL accreditation preparation against ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and NABL 112 specific criteria for testing and calibration laboratories. Designed for quality managers and technical managers in Indian testing and calibration laboratories.
- Industry: Laboratory / Testing and Calibration
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 60-90 minutes
- Role: Quality Manager / Technical Manager
- Total Items: 27
- Compliance: ISO/IEC 17025:2017 General Requirements for Testing Laboratories, NABL 112 Specific Criteria for Accreditation, ISO 9001:2015 (reference), NABL 120 Policy on Metrological Traceability
Management Requirements (ISO 17025 Cl. 8)
Quality management system requirements.
- Quality management system documented and implemented?
- Quality policy defined, communicated, and understood by all?
- Document control procedure ensuring current versions in use?
- Risk and opportunity analysis performed (Cl. 8.5)?
- Internal audit programme and records for last 12 months?
Personnel Competence
Personnel qualification, training, and authorisation.
- Technical staff qualifications documented and current?
- Written authorisation for specific test/calibration activities?
- Training records demonstrating competence maintained?
- Personnel under training supervised by competent person?
Equipment and Calibration
Equipment management and metrological traceability.
- Equipment inventory with unique ID, calibration status listed?
- All reference standards and measuring equipment calibrated by NABL-accredited lab?
- All calibration certificates current and within validity?
- Equipment maintenance records available?
- Out-of-service equipment clearly labelled and segregated?
Test Methods and Method Validation
Validation of test and calibration methods.
- Current versions of standard methods / SOPs in use?
- Method validation / verification records for non-standard methods?
- Measurement uncertainty evaluated and reported where required?
- Quality control samples (blanks, standards) run regularly?
Facility and Environmental Conditions
Laboratory environment and facility requirements.
- Environmental conditions (temperature, humidity) monitored and recorded?
- Access to laboratory controlled to prevent contamination?
- Incompatible activities in separate areas?
- Laboratory clean, tidy, and free of contamination risk?
- Non-conformances and observations
Reporting of Results
Test and calibration report compliance.
- Reports contain all mandatory elements per ISO 17025 Cl. 7.8?
- Reports signed / authorised by technically competent personnel?
- Report amendment procedure in place?
- Customer complaints procedure and records maintained?
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Why Use This NABL Laboratory Quality Management Checklist - India?
This nabl laboratory quality management checklist - india helps laboratory / testing and calibration teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality manager / technical manager professionals, this checklist covers 27 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 General Requirements for Testing Laboratories, NABL 112 Specific Criteria for Accreditation, ISO 9001:2015 (reference), NABL 120 Policy on Metrological Traceability. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the NABL Laboratory Quality Management Checklist - India cover?
This checklist covers 27 inspection items across 6 sections: Management Requirements (ISO 17025 Cl. 8), Personnel Competence, Equipment and Calibration, Test Methods and Method Validation, Facility and Environmental Conditions, Reporting of Results. It is designed for laboratory / testing and calibration operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 60-90 minutes.
Who should use this NABL Laboratory Quality Management Checklist - India?
This checklist is designed for Quality Manager / Technical Manager professionals in the laboratory / testing and calibration industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.