Accreditation
Our laboratory is accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to the international standard ISO/IEC 17025 for specific testing activities.
ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation demonstrates that a laboratory operates a robust quality management system and has the technical competence to perform defined tests and measurements.
Our accreditation confirms that our procedures, equipment, staff competence and reporting processes have been independently assessed by UKAS.
UKAS Accreditation Number: 21522
The full scope of our accredited activities can be viewed in our official UKAS Schedule of Accreditation:
Download Schedule of Accreditation
https://www.ukas.com/download-schedule/21522/Testing/
Accreditation applies only to the specific tests and methods detailed within this schedule.
Forensic science compliance
For forensic activities, our laboratory operates in accordance with the Forensic Science Regulator Codes of Practice and Conduct.
These codes establish the quality standards required for forensic science used within the criminal justice system in England and Wales.
Our quality management system ensures that relevant forensic activities are conducted in accordance with these requirements.
International guidance
Our forensic processes are implemented in accordance with ILAC G19, which provides international guidance for applying ISO/IEC 17025 to forensic science activities.
ILAC G19 supports best practice in areas such as:
evidence handling
validation of forensic methods
interpretation of results
reporting and expert testimony
what accreditation means for our clients
Accreditation provides assurance that our laboratory:
operates an independently assessed quality management system
performs testing using validated and controlled methods
maintains calibrated and traceable measurement systems
employs competent and trained personnel
undergoes regular surveillance and reassessment by UKAS
This ensures that the results we produce are reliable, impartial and technically valid.
Impartiality and independence
We are committed to maintaining impartiality in all aspects of our work.
Our management system includes procedures designed to identify and manage potential conflicts of interest and to ensure that all testing and reporting activities are performed objectively and independently.
Quality Management
Our laboratory maintains a comprehensive quality management system aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
This includes procedures for:
method validation and verification
equipment calibration and maintenance
internal audits and management review
staff competence and training
document control and traceability
These systems ensure continual improvement and the consistent delivery of reliable results.
Accreditation Documents
For further information about our accreditation, please see:
UKAS Schedule of Accreditation
UKAS Certificate of Accreditation
UKAS Directory Listing
Contact Us
If you require further information about our accreditation, scope of testing, or quality systems, please contact us.