Additional info Flashcards
1
Q
what do quality management systems ensure?
A
that the forensic supplier is accredited.
2
Q
what is ISO 17020
A
inspection bodies and police crime units
3
Q
what is the purpose of proficiency testing?
A
to measure individual performance and provide evidence of each examiners ability
4
Q
Governing bodies: FS regulator
A
responsible for identifying the requirement for new and improved quality standards
5
Q
Governing bodies: UKAS
A
sole national accreditation body founded in 1995.
- assesses the competence of organisations that provide certification, testing, inspection and calibration
6
Q
error types
A
type 1 - false positive
type 2 - false negative
7
Q
5 elements of accreditation
A
- scope - the extent a labs activities extend to
- normative references - rules prescribed by customers, regs, documents and ISOs
- terms and definitions - keeping a standardised vocabulary
- management requirements - keeping control of records. risks, audits and reviews
- technical requirements - calibration testing, validity and complaint records
8
Q
where can the numbers from the LR come from?
A
quality management system
or your own expertise (introduces bias)
