Proficiency Testing Programs (PT) are an essential tool for demonstrating the technical competence of laboratories performing testing, analysis, or calibration activities. In regulated environments, where the reliability of analytical results is critical for decision-making, interlaboratory …
In the demanding field of Proficiency Testing (PT), accreditation under ISO/IEC 17043:2023 represents the highest global benchmark for technical competence and quality assurance. This international standard, updated in 2023, defines the requirements that providers of …
The effectiveness of disinfectants is a decisive factor in sectors where hygiene, safety, and regulatory compliance are non-negotiable. In Europe, the EN 1656 standard has become a benchmark for demonstrating the bactericidal activity of chemical …
Hand hygiene is a key pillar in preventing cross-contamination, both in healthcare and in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. In this context, the EN 1499 and EN 1500 standards define the requirements and methodologies …
Proficiency testing is a key tool to assess the technical competence of testing laboratories. One of the most widely used statistical methods to interpret the results of these programs is the z-score, a metric that …
The new version of the ISO 17043 standard, published in May 2023, represents a significant step forward in the standards governing proficiency testing and the competency requirements for their providers. This update replaces the original …
On April 25, 2025, a proficiency testing exercise will be conducted to evaluate laboratories’ capabilities in applying the EN 1276:2020 standard, accredited under ISO/IEC 17043. This exercise aims to assess whether participating laboratories are competent …
In 2025, a proficiency test will evaluate the bactericidal activity of disinfectant products in the medical field, using Enterococcus hirae as the reference organism, following the EN 13727:2012+A2:2015 standard. This test targets laboratories that work …
SHAPYPRO has been accredited by ENAC (National Accreditation Body) as the world’s only provider authorized to perform biocide proficiency testing under the ISO/IEC 17043:2023 standard. This accreditation confirms SHAPYPRO‘s technical competence and commitment to quality, …
The ISO/IEC 17025 standard sets out the general requirements for the technical competence of testing and calibration laboratories. This standard ensures that accredited laboratories operate impartially and reliably, following consistent procedures that guarantee the accuracy …
