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PAB Collaborates to Provide a Webinar on the Overview of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

The ISO/IEC 17025 and its Importance The ISO/IEC 17025 is an internationally recognized standard that specifies the general requirements for laboratories performing tests or calibrations. This standard is used by laboratories in the development of quality, administrative, and technical systems that govern operations. It is also used by laboratory clients, regulatory authorities, and accreditation bodies continue reading : PAB Collaborates to Provide a Webinar on the Overview of ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Fertilizer and Pesticides Authority Maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accreditation

Despite the work disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Fertilizer and Pesticides Authority-Laboratory Services Division (FPA-LSD) remained dedicated to providing the best laboratory services possible. The DTI-Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) formally granted the FPA-LSD continuing accreditation in the field of Chemical Testing based on ISO/IEC 17025:2017 on December 14, 2021, during the organization’s year-end assessment continue reading : Fertilizer and Pesticides Authority Maintains ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accreditation

Philippine Coconut Authority – Laboratory Services Division Attains PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accreditation

The COVID-19 pandemic did not deter the Philippine Coconut Authority – Laboratory Services Division (PCA-LSD) from obtaining its PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation in the fields of Biological and Chemical Testing from the Department of Trade and Industry – Philippine Accreditation Bureau (DTI-PAB). The PCA-LSD’s journey to accreditation began in October 2018, and after three years continue reading : Philippine Coconut Authority – Laboratory Services Division Attains PNS ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Accreditation

Chemical Engineers in the Forefront of Consumer Protection: The National Quality Infrastructure

The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers (PIChE) – Metro Manila South Chapter (MMS) held its first session of the webinar series, “Chemical Engineers in the Forefront of Consumer Protection” on 04 December 2021, highlighting the National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) and providing vital updates on the current progress and innovations in the engineering field, specifically in continue reading : Chemical Engineers in the Forefront of Consumer Protection: The National Quality Infrastructure

Strengthening Philippine Halal Credibility Through Accreditation

With the promulgation of the Republic Act No. 10817 known as the, “Philippine Halal Export Development and Promotion Act of 2016,” the Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB) is empowered to accredit Halal Certification Bodies (HCBs) in accordance with established policies and guidelines. During the 4th Philippine National Halal Conference on Friday, 03 December 2021, Assistant Director continue reading : Strengthening Philippine Halal Credibility Through Accreditation

DTI-PAB, DOH and FDA Seals Agreement to Harmonize Accreditation and Conformity Assessment Functions

The Department of Trade and Industry – Philippine Accreditation Bureau (DTI-PAB), Department of Health (DOH), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) sealed the deal to harmonize accreditation and conformity assessment functions through a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). On 17 November 2021, DTI Secretary Ramon M. Lopez, DOH Undersecretary Charade B. Mercado-Grande, representing Secretary Francisco Duque continue reading : DTI-PAB, DOH and FDA Seals Agreement to Harmonize Accreditation and Conformity Assessment Functions

DTI-PAB to Sign Memorandum of Agreement with DOH and FDA

The Department of Trade and Industry – Philippine Accreditation Bureau (DTI-PAB) invites everyone to witness the virtual signing ceremony of its Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the Department of Health (DOH) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on 17 November 2021, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The MoA is aimed at harmonizing accreditation and conformity assessment continue reading : DTI-PAB to Sign Memorandum of Agreement with DOH and FDA

Joint Survey Supports Continued Use of Remote Activities

Organizations around the world started to work remotely amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Among those organizations are accreditation bodies that have chosen to replace a significant part of on-site assessments by remote assessments. With the need for social distancing and travel restrictions still in place, there is a clear indication that the use of remote assessment continue reading : Joint Survey Supports Continued Use of Remote Activities