Definition Internal Laboratory as defined in TS16949 - Definition

[Helmut Jilling]

Sounds like what most of you describe as an internal lab. So, there is no requirement in ISO/TS to have an internal lab certified to ISO 17025? You with me so far? Are you all in agreement?

No requirement unless a customer or government reg requires it.

TS cl 7.6.3.1 Internal Lab states:

NOTE Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 may be used to demonstrate supplier in-house laboratory conformity to this
requirement but is not mandatory.​

 

[Ken K]

No requirement unless a customer or government reg requires it.

TS cl 7.6.3.1 Internal Lab states:

NOTE Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 may be used to demonstrate supplier in-house laboratory conformity to this
requirement but is not mandatory.​

My point is the requirement can come from sources other than TS. If you supply the auto industry, you better keep up with their current specifications or you could be in for a huge surprise. Some departments within GM require accrediation to 17025 and Chrysler requires conformance, even if it's not stated within TS.

 

[Douglas E. Purdy]

If one referes to their internal laboratory as The Metrology Lab, then would you just create one scope that covers both the Inspection and Measurement, as well as the Calibration?

Just Wondering,
Doug

 

[darkafar]

Re: What is the definition of internal laboratory in TS?

All internal testing and calibration needs to be in the "lab scope" except that done on the shop floor.

Why exclude the testing and calibration done on the shop floor, if the testing or calibration surroundings and performer skills meet the requirements?

 

[Helmut Jilling]

If one referes to their internal laboratory as The Metrology Lab, then would you just create one scope that covers both the Inspection and Measurement, as well as the Calibration?

Just Wondering,
Doug

You may choose to describe your capabilities in one or more scope documents, whatever you decide is best for your needs.