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Do you need to learn how to be compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices? Continue reading to find out exactly what you need to know. The Good Manufacturing Practice “rulebook”, per se, was set by the ISO 22716. In this rulebook, the Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 states that all European cosmetics have to abide by theRead more

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines aid manufacturers in improving their production of goods. GMP ensures that companies execute consistent procedures within safe environments. Hence, it prevents contamination, recalls, and loss of profit.            GMP comes with strict protocols that lessen the risk of manufacturing errors. In the same way, companies can sustain efficient systems andRead more

Good Manufacturing Practices is a system for guaranteeing products are constantly developed according to quality standards. GMP also ensures products are controlled by conforming to guidelines. It reduces the risks involved in the production that cannot be removed through the final product’s testing. Good Manufacturing Practices are ensured through the effective use of a QualityRead more

ISO/IEC 17025 is the main ISO standard used by testing and calibration laboratories. The industry deems compliance with ISO 17025 requirements as proof of competence. Although ISO 17025 accreditation is not mandatory, accreditation has rewards and advantages. Laboratories utilize ISO 17025 to implement a quality system. In effect, they can improve their capacity to constantly produceRead more

Skills, experience, and credibility—these are some of the factors your company must consider in selecting a certification body. You must weigh some aspects of your company against factors coming from a certification body. Ultimately, the decision will impact the future of your business.   Here are the Factors to Consider: Accreditation A central body accreditsRead more

            ISO 17025 encompasses requirements and guidelines for laboratories to perform testing and calibration. Hence, ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation is proof of a laboratory’s accuracy, sound management system, and global recognition. For this article, QSE Academy explains everything your laboratory needs to know about ISO 17025 accreditation. Afterward, you can look into our toolkits to helpRead more

Following the update of ISO 17025 in 2017, the world of standards became intrigued about its relation to the Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO 9001:2015. Here’s the thing—ISO 17025 has some aspects that relate to the requirements of ISO 9001. It can also lead to accreditation certification depending on an organization’s QMS. To helpRead more

Analysts, test organizations, and laboratories must know the best practices when conducting analytical tasks in their daily operations. Missing one of those could impact the validity of a test result. This is why QSE Academy highlights that accurate results are significant to the lives of your company, stakeholders, customers, and the public. Not only willRead more

What is the South African National Accreditation System? The South African National Accreditation System is the nation’s sole body responsible for carrying out conformity assessment of: testing, calibration, and verification laboratories certification bodies inspection bodies B-BBEE verification agencies SANAS is mandated through the Accreditation for Conformity Assessment, Calibration and Good Laboratory Practice Act (Act 19Read more

The ISO 22716 Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) for cosmetics guide was designed to give guidelines for the production, control, storage, packaging, labeling, shipment, and distribution of cosmetic products. ISO 22716 GMP is one of the foundations of the new European Union regulations for Cosmetics. This sets strict requirements for ensuring consumer safety. In a nutshell,Read more