Introduction to ISO/IEC 17034 Standard

Introduction to ISO/IEC 17034 Standard

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Overview

This training course is designed to provide participants with a clear understanding of the content, purpose, and significance of the requirements outlined in the ISO 17034 standard.

Course Objectives

This training course introduces the structure and content of the ISO 17034 standard to enable participants to:

  • Gain a thorough understanding of the requirements of ISO 17034;
  • Effectively apply the requirements of ISO 17034;
  • Identify the aspects and current operational status of Reference Material Producers (RMP), and determine the necessary actions for RMPs to meet the requirements of the standard.

What you will learn

  • The development process and purpose of the standard
  • Introduction to the structure of the ISO 17034 standard
  • Introduction to the general requirements of the standard
  • Introduction to the structural requirements
  • Introduction to the resource requirements
  • Introduction to the technical production requirements
  • Introduction to the management system requirements
  • Q&A

Target Audience

This course is suitable for:

  • Staff in Reference Material Producers (RMP) at all job positions who need to understand ISO 17034 and the relationship between the standard and regulatory requirements in order to build a management system compliant with ISO 17034.
  • Laboratory staff responsible for establishing and maintaining the management system of RMP according to ISO 17034.
  • Individuals wishing to gain basic knowledge about RMP management before being hired.
  • New employees of RMP.
  • RMP staff who are preparing to develop a quality management system in compliance with ISO 17034.

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