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NABL 123
NABL
NATIONAL ACCREDITATION
BOARD FOR TESTING AND
CALIBRATION LABORATORIES
SPECIFIC CRITERIA
for
CALIBRATION
LABORATORIES IN
RADIOLOGICAL
DISCIPLINE
ISSUE NO : 04
ISSUE DATE: 28.03.2008
AMENDMENT NO : 01
AMENDMENT DATE: 27.06.2012
AMENDMENT SHEET
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Page
No.
Clause No.
5,13,
17
1,2,
Gen.
remarks
Date of
Amendment
27.06.2012
Amendment made
BMC changed to
CMC
Reasons
Signature
QO
Signature
Director
Adoption of
ILAC Policy
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Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

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Last Amend No: 01
Amend Date: 27.06.2012
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PREFACE
This document clarifies NABLs stand on the accuracy and measurement capability levels.
NABL intends to uphold its policy of granting accreditation to laboratories as per their
requirements of accuracy and measurement capability.
These criteria are applicable to laboratories, which perform repetitive calibrations in various
parameters and desire accreditation from NABL.
These criteria provide guidelines for use by laboratories and those who are associated with the
programme of accreditation of calibration laboratories e.g. experts, assessors, officials engaged
with day-to-day activities of accreditation. These criteria cover all areas/ fields of calibration.
This document provides the laboratories with necessary information on the requirements for
assessment/ surveillance and to assist them in carrying out internal audit of their system.
The information in this document has been compiled in three parts.
PART I
General Guidelines for Accreditation of Calibration Laboratories
This part contains relevant information on general requirements of a laboratory engaged in
Calibration in the field of Radiological Measurements. The laboratory seeking accreditation
must comply with the requirements of ISO/ IEC 17025: 2005 and this document.
PART II
Specific Criteria for Accreditation of Calibration Laboratories
This part provides information on special requirements of the laboratories, which are specific to
the parameters covered in the respective fields
PART III
Guidelines Regarding Accuracy of Standards & Measurement Uncertainty in Calibration
This part contains guidelines of the Specified accuracies of measurement standard and
uncertainties of measurement generally achieved in laboratories using equipment and
instruments of different classes of accuracies/ uncertainties for different parameters under
Radiological measurements.

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CONTENTS
Sl.
Title
Page No.
Amendment Sheet
Preface
Contents
PART I
1
Scope
Criteria for Accreditation
Organisation
Management System
Personnel
Accommodation and Environmental Conditions
Equipment
Range, Uncertainty of Measurement and Traceability
Calibration Certificate/ Report
10
Proficiency Testing Programme
PART - II
1
Scope
Range and Uncertainty of Measurement
Environmental Conditions
10
Special Requirements of Laboratory
10
Repair and Maintenance
11
Storage and Packaging
12
Safety Precautions
12

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Table
Page No.
PART - III
General Remarks and Environmental Conditions
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Radiological Measurement
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PART I
GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR ACCREDITATION OF

CALIBRATION LABORATORIES
1.0
SCOPE
1.1
Calibration laboratories are accredited by NABL after it is demonstrated that a

laboratory complies with the requirements of international standard ISO/IEC 17025:
2005. In view of generic nature of the standard the requirements stated there in, need
to be further redefined in specific fields of calibration. This specific criteria lays down
those specific requirements in the field of radiological calibration. This part of the
document thus amplifies the generic requirements for radiological calibration and
supplement the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2005. Laboratories seeking NABL
accreditation in the field of radiological calibration must also comply with the
requirements stated in this part.
1.2
Calibration and Measurement Capability (CMC) is one the parameters that is used by
NABL to define the scope of an accredited calibration laboratory, the others being
parameter/quantity measured, standard/master used, calibration method used and
measurement range. The CMC is expressed as the smallest uncertainty that a
laboratory can achieve when calibrating the best existing device. It is an expanded
uncertainty estimated at a confidence level of approximately 95% corresponding to a
coverage factor k=2.
Note: Refer NABL 143 on NABL policy on Calibration and Measurement Capability (CMC) and
uncertainty in calibration
The laboratorys ability to achieve their claimed CMC shall be evaluated based on its
performance during the on-site assessment and by review of proficiency testing results,
wherein the laboratory has participated.
1.3
The definition of CMC implies that within its accreditation a laboratory is not permitted
to report a smaller uncertainty of measurement than the CMC endorsed on its scope of
accreditation. This means that the laboratory shall be required to state a uncertainty not
better than that corresponding to the CMC whenever it is established that the actual
calibration process adds significantly to the uncertainty of measurement. The CMC is
applicable only to the results for which the laboratory claims its status as accredited
laboratory. It is therefore a realistic means for customers to select and compare
accredited laboratories capabilities.
1.4
All the parameters for which accreditation is sought must be expressed in S.I. Units,
wherever applicable.

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2.0
CRITERIA FOR ACCREDITATION

Accreditation of a calibration laboratory will require assessment in respect of
organization,
staff,
equipment
and
traceability
of
its
calibration,
laboratory
accommodation and environmental conditions, safety, handling of calibrated equipment

and equipment under calibration, measurement capability and recording system, etc.,
as per ISO/ IEC 17025: 2005 General Requirements for the Competence of Testing
and Calibration Laboratories. Some explanatory notes of this document are given in
the following clauses.
3.0
ORGANISATION
3.1
The Calibration Laboratory shall be organized in such a way that all staff members are
aware of both the extent and the limitations of their area of responsibility.
This
organization shall specify and document the responsibility and authority of the Head of
the Calibration Laboratory/ Technical Manager/ Quality Manager with direct access to
the top management. All personnel will perform or verify work affecting the quality of
calibrations as per general guidelines and specific criteria laid down for the accredited
parameters. The calibration laboratory shall be organized in such a way so as to
ensure the integrity and training of its staff and operations for ensuring unbiased
Calibration.
3.2
A Deputy Head/ Technical Manager may also be nominated to take over the
responsibility in the absence of the Laboratory Head. In case there is no Deputy-incharge, the authorities concerned may appoint a suitable person to look after the
laboratory, under intimation to NABL. The laboratory shall also clearly define authorized
signatory for the calibration certificates/ reports issued by the laboratory.

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4.0
MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
4.1
The calibration laboratory shall have a Quality Manual which shall be maintained up-todate and available for scrutiny, in compliance with ISO/ IEC 17025: 2005 and NABL
requirements, with emphasis on following information:
a)
A quality policy statement, including objectives and commitments by the top

management.
b)
A statement on the organization of the calibration laboratory.
c)
Names, qualifications and experience of the persons responsible for managerial,

and scientific/ technical activities.
d)
A clearly defined charter of responsibility showing the relationship between

management and support services.
e)
Scope and operation together with information on measurement capability and

traceability of calibration of all measuring instruments to national measurement
standards.
f)
The reference of document number on detailed calibration procedures adopted

in the laboratory, which should be compiled in the form of a manual for the use of
calibration staff.
g)
The reference list of all national/ international standards being referred to or used
in the performance of calibration work (copies of such standard specifications
should be available in the laboratory for the use of calibration staff.)
h)
All amendments made in any of the documents must be dated and listed in the
Quality Manual and brought to the notice of NABL.
4.2
The calibration facilities established in accordance with the general guidelines and
specific criteria shall be audited periodically and reviewed by or on behalf of the
management to ensure the continued effectiveness of the system.
4.3
The calibration laboratory shall clearly specify, document and make known to the
customers, the administrative and other procedures to be followed for getting
calibration done from the laboratory.
The procedure for redressal of technical
complaints should also be clearly specified and documented.

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4.4
The laboratory shall have authorized signatories for approving and issuing calibration
certificates for each calibration parameter as mentioned in the scope of accreditation.
Any officer competent to evaluate calibration results critically and occupying a position
involving responsibility for the adequacy of calibration results is eligible for approval by
NABL as an authorized signatory of endorsed calibration documents. Consequently
approved
authorized
signatories
must
demonstrate
understanding
of
these
requirements.
5.0
PERSONNEL
5.1
The calibration laboratory shall have adequate number of qualified competent and
trained personnel as follows:
Laboratory personnel performing calibration: Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch)
or Science graduate (with Physics) with 1 year of experience in the field of Radiological
Measurements and calibration practices in the relevant parameters.
Authorized Signatory: Bachelor of Engineering/Post Graduate in Science (relevant
branch) with 1 year of relevant experience or Diploma in Engineering (relevant branch)
with minimum 3 years of experience in the field of Radiological Measurements and
calibration practices.
5.2
Arrangements for improvement of qualifications and periodic refresher courses and

practical training should also exist for the staff so as to keep them in touch with latest
developments in the relevant fields.
5.3
The Head of the calibration laboratory shall be at least a Post Graduate in Physical
Science or Graduate in Electrical/ Electronics/ Instrumentation Engineering or
equivalent with specialised knowledge and adequate experience in precision
Radiological and other relevant parameter measurements. In exceptional cases, a
graduate in physics or diploma holder in Electrical or Electronics Engineering with long
experience could be accepted.

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6.0
ACCOMMODATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
6.1
Vibrations
The calibration area shall be adequately free from vibrations generated by central airconditioning plants, vehicular traffic and other sources to ensure consistent and uniform
operational conditions. The laboratory shall take all special/ protective precautions like
mounting of sensitive apparatus on vibration free tables and pillars etc., isolated from
the floor, if necessary.
6.2
Acoustic Noise
Acoustic noise level in the laboratory shall be maintained to facilitate proper
performance of calibration work. A threshold noise level of 60 dBA is recommended
unless otherwise stated.
6.3
Illumination
The calibration area shall have adequate level of illumination. Where permissible,
fluorescent lighting is preferred to avoid localized heating and temperature drift. The
recommended level of illumination is 450-700 lux on the working table with glare index
of 19 for the laboratory.
6.4
Environmental Conditions and Monitoring

The environmental conditions for the activity of the laboratory shall be such as not to
adversely affect the required accuracy of measurement. Facilities should be provided
whenever necessary for recording temperature, pressure and humidity values
prevailing during calibration. The atmospheric conditions maintained in the laboratory
during calibration should be reported in the calibration report/ certificate.
6.5
Entry to the Calibration Area

As far as possible, only the staff engaged in the calibration activity shall be permitted
entry inside the calibration area.

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7.0
EQUIPMENT
Each calibration laboratory should have measurement standards or equipment of
required accuracy in respect of each parameter covered by it in order to be able to
realize and to substantiate the corresponding measurement capability claimed.
Stability of the standards, accuracy of the values realized through them and
repeatability, should be regularly monitored.
Any bias resulting from ageing of standards should be precisely determined.
Instructions for operating each standard and equipment/ instrument should be readily
available for use by the laboratory staff members.
7.2
The standards/ measuring equipment of the laboratory should be calibrated at regular

intervals, with higher accuracy standards. The calibration certificates, performance
history sheets in respect of the reference secondary/ working standards and measuring
equipment should be held safely by the laboratory.
7.3
7.4
Proper record shall be maintained for each standard and equipment with the following
information:
a)
Name of the equipment
b)
Manufacturers name and address
c)
Type, range, identification and serial number
d)
Date of procurement and commissioning
e)
Details of Calibration
f)
Details of maintenance and repairs
g)
Performance history with dates
h)
Availability of service manual
Details of periodic calibration schedule of new and old standards and measuring
equipment should be worked out in consultation with higher accuracy laboratory and
this schedule should be observed.

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7.5
Details of re-calibration of used, serviced and repaired equipment should also be

available and proper precautions shall be observed to identify equipment, which are not
in service.
7.6
Any alterations in the observations/ data shall be signed by the calibration staff and
duly authenticated. Instructions to this effect should be printed on data sheet used for
writing observations/ data in the laboratory.
8.0
RANGE, UNCERTAINTY OF MEASUREMENT AND TRACEABILITY
8.1
The level of uncertainty of measurement of the standards to be maintained by a

laboratory and the measurement capabilities to be generated by it in respect of
various parameters shall be as demonstrated during assessment.
8.2
All the Standard Equipment of the Laboratory shall be calibrated periodically against
Calibration Standards of a laboratory accredited by NABL/ equivalent MRA partners
having superior measurement capability or NPL/ other international NMIs.
8.3
In the event when the levels of uncertainty of measurement and measurement

capability of an accredited laboratory are revised, the laboratory shall be required to
intimate NABL secretariat and undergo surveillance/ reassessment as applicable.
9.0
CALIBRATION CERTIFICATE/ REPORT
9.1
The result of calibration carried out by the calibration laboratory, shall be presented in a
comprehensive manner, using a standard format which shall unambiguously and
objectively present the measurement results and all relevant information in order to
facilitate easy comprehension and usage.

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9.2
The calibration report/ certificate shall include the following additional information:
a)
Date of receipt of the item and date of completion of the calibration work
b)
Environmental conditions maintained during the measurements
c)
Signature and title of authorized person (authorized signatory) accepting

responsibility for the report and date of issue
d)
A statement of the accreditation measurement capability relevant to the job

under calibration
e)
A symbol of NABL or statement or both clarifying the status of accreditation of

the laboratory.
f)
The Uncertainty of measurement
g)
An evidence that the measurements are traceable to National/ International

Standards through unbroken chain of Accredited Laboratories.
9.3
The calibration report/ certificate shall not contain any recommendation on the
calibration interval except where this has been agreed with the client. This requirement
may be superseded by legal regulations.
10.0
PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAMME
10.1
To give further assurance to the accuracy or Uncertainty of measurements, a

laboratory will be required to participate, from time to time, in Proficiency Testing
Programmes. The laboratory shall remain prepared to participate in the Proficiency
Testing Programme through inter-laboratory, inter-comparison schemes wherever it is
technically feasible. In case any abnormalities, in terms of En number are detected
through these inter-comparisons, appropriate corrective action will be taken, the
standards/ equipment shall be replaced/ repaired and re-calibrated with a higher
accuracy standard. Reports on such inter-comparisons should be documented with
reference. The Proficiency Testing practice should be included in the Quality Manual.

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PART II
SPECIFIC CRITERIA FOR ACREDITATION OF

CALIBRATION LABORATORIES IN THE FIELD
OF RADIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS
1.0
SCOPE
1.1
An accredited laboratory shall be classified as calibration laboratory for the accredited

parameters in the field of Radiological Measurements in accordance to its
measurement capability.
1.2
A calibration laboratory seeking accreditation to offer calibration services in the field of

Radiological Measurements will generally carry out calibration in the parameters, listed
below:
Sl.
Parameter
Activity radionuclides
Yield of neutron sources
Thermal neutron flux density
Fast neutron flux density

(14 MeV)
Exposure
(Co-60 ref)
X-rays & Gamma rays
Absorbed dose (fast electrons X-rays and gamma rays)

(co-60)
Dose equivalent
2.0
RANGE AND UNCERTAINTY OF MEASUREMENT
2.1
A calibration laboratory will be accredited according to its demonstrated Calibration and

Measurement Capability expressed in terms of uncertainty.

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3.0
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
3.1
The lab shall specify limits on the environmental conditions to be achieved in the
laboratory. The condition shall appropriate to the level of accuracy required for the
calibration undertaken by the laboratory.
3.2
The environmental condition shall be monitored at appropriate intervals and

Calibration stopped when the environmental condition falls outside the specified limits.
4.0
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS OF LABORATORY
4.1
The calibration laboratory shall make arrangement for regulated and uninterrupted
power supply. The recommended regulation level is 1 % or better on the calibration
bench.
4.2
Relevant IS specifications (IS : 1248 , IS : 4722 ) regarding total harmonic content and
variation in supply frequency should be followed. Voltage stabilizers of low harmonic
content should be used to comply with this requirement.
4.3
Adequate arrangements shall be made by the laboratory so as to ensure temperature

gradient not exceed in 1.5 0 C per hour inside the laboratory in case of power failure.
4.4
The laboratory shall use if necessary, isolation transformers and filters etc. to ensure
minimization of ground current and effects of mains hum interference.
4.5
The power supply to the calibration laboratory shall be directly obtained from the sub
station as far as possible and shall not be on the same feeder line which is supplying
power to workshops and other production areas which require operation of heavy duty
machines.
4.6
Electrical mains earthing shall be provided in accordance with relevant specifications

IS : 3043. This shall be periodically checked and stray couplings minimized.

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4.7
Special care shall be taken about the location of magnetic field sources like,
transformers, looped wires, ferrous materials etc., in order to minimize magnetic
interference in the measurements.
4.8
Adequate screening of the laboratory against electromagnetic interference shall be

done if necessary. By pass filters should also be provided to minimize conducted
interference effect on the electronic equipment. Special shielding chambers should be
provided in the laboratory for measurements, particularly when signal to noise is a
disturbing factor for accurate measurements.
4.9
The reference standards shall be maintained at temperatures specified for their

maintenance in order to ensure their conformity to the required level of operation and
traceability. The laboratory should have specific facilities required for carrying out the
calibrations of parameters chosen.
4.10
The laboratory shall be sealed against dust and external air pressure. Wherever
required positive air pressure shall be maintained inside the laboratory.
4.11
Adequate protective measures, like use of transient suppressors etc. shall be taken by
the laboratory to ward off high current spikes and transients emanating from witching
off and on the heavy machines, surges in power lines and other such reasons from
reaching the electronics equipment in general and computer based systems involving
data storage facilities in particular.
5.0
REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
5.1
A separate repair and maintenance facility adequately equipped with repair facilities
and qualified & experienced manpower shall be available in house or by any other
means effectively accessible to the calibration laboratory. This facility shall also assist
in identifying the preventive maintenance procedures, which should be brought to the
attention of the personnel engaged in calibration work for taking necessary precautions.
The repair facility should cover digital and programmable instruments also.

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5.2
Every repaired measuring equipment shall invariably be recalibrated against proper

reference standard through in house facility or by higher accuracy laboratory before
being used for further calibration work.
6.0
STORAGE & PACKAGING
6.1
The standards/ measuring instruments/ equipment received by the laboratory for

calibration shall be safely stored in proper environmental conditions according to the
instructions given by the supplier.
6.2
The laboratory shall have adequate arrangements for packaging of calibrated

instruments and may assist the user, if necessary, about the procedure and
precautions to be taken by the organisation for packaging and transportation of the
equipment to the calibration laboratory and back.
7.0
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
7.1
Relevant fire extinguishing equipment for possible fire hazards shall be available in the
corridors or convenient places in the laboratory. Adequate safety measures against
electrical/ chemical fire hazards must be available at the work place. Laboratory rooms/
areas where highly inflammable materials are used/ stored should be identified.
Access to relevant fire equipment should be assured near these rooms/ areas.
7.2
Specifications SP.3.1 1986, a special publication in the form of a wall chart, giving the
method of treatment in case of electric shock, should be followed. The chart should be
placed near the power supply switchgear and at other prominent places as prescribed
under Indian Electricity Rules 1956.
7.3
Means shall be provided for Safety against radiation hazards in the laboratory. Special
warning and protection devices shall be available for the safety of workers.

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PART III
GUIDELINES REGARDING LEVELS OF ACCURACY OF

STANDARDS AND MEASUREMENT UNCERTAINTY IN
CALIBRATION FOR RADIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS
GENERAL REMARKS
The following pages may be referred as guidelines and not mandatory recommendations for the
laboratories. The accredited calibration laboratories are no longer required to be categorized
into Echelon/ level I, II, III. Part III of this document is aimed to provide guidance to the
laboratories regarding the precautions they should take with respect to Environmental
conditions as appropriate to respective Calibration and Measurement Capability of the
laboratories. The laboratories, on their own, should decide/ determine to have environmental
conditions in their premises, for the Calibration and measurement capability claimed
corresponding to their scope of accreditation applied for. Further to note that:
1)
The measurement capability is expressed as uncertainty () at a confidence probability

level of 95%.
2)
The term Uncertainty in these tables pertains to the corresponding measurement

capability of the laboratory in respect of each parameter.
3)
The values of Accuracy/Uncertainty of measurement shown in the following tables are at

95% CL unless otherwise stated.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Standards atmospheric condition for calibration in a Radiological Measurement Laboratory shall
be as follows:
Level
II
Temperature
25 C 0.5 C
Relative humidity
35 C to 65%
III
25 C 2.5 C
0
25 C 4.0 C
35 C to 65%
not to exceed 70%

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TABLE-I
RADIOLOGICAL MEASUREMENTS
Parameter
Range
Level-I
-2
-2
1.
Activity
radionuclides
10 to 10 Bq
2.
Yield of neutron
Sources
10 to 10 ns
3.
Thermal
neutron flux
density
10 to 10 n cm S
4.
Fast neutron
flux density
(14MeV)
10 to 10 n cm S
5.
Exposure
(Co-60 ref)
10 to 10 kg
X-rays &
Gamma rays
5x10 to
-5
-1
5x10 C kg
Absorbed dose
(fast electrons
X-rays and
gamma rays
6.
7.
Level-II
Level-III
Field Requirements
Medical
Industrial
0.3 to 1% 3%
10%
5% (10 to
20%)**
10 to 20%
0.7 to
1.2%
5%
10%
20 to 30%
-1
2%
5%
10%
20 to 30%
-1
4%
7%
15%
5%
20 to 30%
0.8%*
2%
3%
5%
10 to 15%
3%*
7%
10%
15%
15%
10 to 15 Gy
2%*
3%
5%
5 to 10%
(Co-60)
0.1 to 5 Gy
1%*
2%
3%
5%
Dose
equivalent
10 to 10 Sv
15%
25%
30 to50%
30 to50%
-3
-1
-1
-7
-4
-2
-1
* For diagnostic use only

10
-4
1Ci = 3.7x10 Bq
-1
IR = 2.5x 10 C.Kg.
I rad = 0.01Gy 1rem = 0.01 Sv
* 2 level
Others are at 1 level

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NABL 123

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

Criteria for Accreditation

Accommodation and Environmental Conditions

Range, Uncertainty of Measurement and Traceability

Calibration Certificate/ Report

Proficiency Testing Programme

Range and Uncertainty of Measurement

Special Requirements of Laboratory

Repair and Maintenance

Storage and Packaging

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

General Remarks and Environmental Conditions

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR ACCREDITATION OF

Calibration laboratories are accredited by NABL after it is demonstrated that a

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

CRITERIA FOR ACCREDITATION

accommodation and environmental conditions, safety, handling of calibrated equipment

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

A quality policy statement, including objectives and commitments by the top

A statement on the organization of the calibration laboratory.

Names, qualifications and experience of the persons responsible for managerial,

A clearly defined charter of responsibility showing the relationship between

Scope and operation together with information on measurement capability and

The reference of document number on detailed calibration procedures adopted

The procedure for redressal of technical

complaints should also be clearly specified and documented.

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

Arrangements for improvement of qualifications and periodic refresher courses and

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

ACCOMMODATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Environmental Conditions and Monitoring

Entry to the Calibration Area

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

The standards/ measuring equipment of the laboratory should be calibrated at regular

Name of the equipment

Manufacturers name and address

Type, range, identification and serial number

Date of procurement and commissioning

Details of maintenance and repairs

Performance history with dates

Availability of service manual

National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories

Specific Criteria for Calibration Laboratories in Radiological Discipline

Details of re-calibration of used, serviced and repaired equipment should also be

RANGE, UNCERTAINTY OF MEASUREMENT AND TRACEABILITY

The level of uncertainty of measurement of the standards to be maintained by a

In the event when the levels of uncertainty of measurement and measurement