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ISO/IEC 17025

ISO/IEC 17025 is the standard for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. In water analysis it relates to valid results, traceability, document control, technical competence and the quality system.

ISO/IEC 17025

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Definition

ISO/IEC 17025 is the standard for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. In water analysis it relates to valid results, traceability, document control, technical competence and the quality system.

Why it matters

Useful for selecting the right method, product family, sampling point, report or traceability workflow in water quality programs.

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  • Related sector: Laboratories

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Related terms

  • Directiva (UE) 2020/2184 Directive (EU) 2020/2184 is the European framework for the quality of water intended for human consumption. It reinforces risk-based management and includes somatic coliphages in treatment evaluation when applicable.
  • EPA Method 1601 EPA Method 1601 is an EPA method for F+ and somatic coliphages using a two-step enrichment procedure, according to the method scope.
  • EPA Method 1602 EPA Method 1602 is an EPA method for F+ and somatic coliphages using a single agar layer procedure, according to the method scope.
  • HACCP HACCP is a preventive hazard analysis and critical control point system used in food safety. For process water, it helps define control points and evidence.
  • ISO 10705-1 ISO 10705-1 is part of the ISO 10705 series and focuses on methods for F-specific RNA coliphages, according to the applicable scope and version.
  • ISO 10705-2 ISO 10705-2 specifies a method for detecting and enumerating somatic coliphages by incubating the sample with a suitable host strain.
  • ISO 11731 ISO 11731 is an international standard for enumerating Legionella in water. It is relevant for control programs in facilities, domestic hot water, towers, spas and aerosol-risk systems.
  • ISO 19458 ISO 19458 is a reference standard for microbiological water sampling planning, sampling procedures, transport, handling and storage before analysis begins.

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Definition: ISO/IEC 17025

ISO/IEC 17025 is the standard for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories. In water analysis it relates to valid results, traceability, document control, technical competence and the quality system.

Why it matters: ISO/IEC 17025

Useful for selecting the right method, product family, sampling point, report or traceability workflow in water quality programs.