So now the question becomes how many internal labs who were forced to become accredited four years ago to keep the test cost in-house will opt out?
We are seriously considering it. I just received the schedule for our audit, which is due in February, and the cost is $6600.00 not including travel and motel expenses. And then there is the cost of PT/ILC to consider. Why be accredited when we only need to be compliant.
On the other hand, who will determine compliance? Do you think GM will audit internal labs? I don't think thats likely.
So, today I download a DCX updated carpet specification. They added this little tidbit:
Carpet samples and test specimen/test data folder(s) presented for approval to the Organic Materials Department, Engineering Office, Chrysler Corporation, must comply with the requirements of ***ISO- 17025*** (General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.)
I must admit, these guys know how to keep one on their toes