Interpretation to the Rules for the Review of Qualification Accreditation of Inspection and Testing Institutions(2023)
In order to quickly understand all changes and new requirements of the Rules for the Review of Qualification Accreditation of Inspection and Testing Institutions(2023)(hereinafter referred to as new Rules),interpretation was made accordingly.4 chapters and 4 annexes were contained in the new Rules,changing the framework,contents,etc.The updated framework was more rigorous and complete;the added chapters defined review methods and procedures of qualification accreditation;the amended chapters deleted,adjusted and supplemented 9 clauses,and proposed strict requirements in terms of organizational structure,facilities,management system,etc.4 annexes were added,including 3 work procedures consisting of on-site review,written review and remote review,as well as 1 set of review tables,making the review more formal.It was indicated that the new Rules were more stringent with more formal procedures and detailed records.Inspection and testing institutions were provided with a reference to improve their management system documents and to safeguard successful implementation of qualification accreditation.
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