Standard is an artifact/ instrument/experimental set up whose value of quantity it represents. It is accompanied by a
stated amount of uncertainty, called accuracy.
A Laboratory which measures, examines, calibrates or otherwise determines the characteristic or performance of
Standard or instrument. (ISO Guide 2 Proposed Revision)
Laboratory Accreditation System
A system having its own rules or procedure and management for carrying out laboratory accredication.
A Government authority responsible for grant, renewal and withdrawal of accreditation.
A calibration laboratory to which accrediation has been granted.
A set of requirements used by an accrediting body which a calibration laboratory must meet in order to be accredited.
Examination of a calibration laboratory to evaluate its compliance with Accreditation Criteria.
An individual or a team who carried out some or all functions related to laboratory assessment.
Accredited Laboratory Calibration Report
A calibration report which includes a statement by the calibration laboratory that is accredited for the calibration done and that the
calibration has been performed in accordance with the conditions prescribed by the accrediting body.
A person recognized by an accrediting body to sign the calibration reports issued by accredited laboratory.
All the operations for the purpose of determining the capability / accuracy status of measuring instrument (and if necessary to
determine other metrological values). Calibration can be carried out with a view to permit the use of instrument
/ artifact / equipment/technique as a standard.