Inspection bodies assess the conformity of products, services, processes, and systems to relevant standards and requirements. Inspection bodies play an important role in ensuring the safety and quality of products and services, and in protecting consumers and the environment.

The United States Accreditation Board (USAB) accredits inspection bodies to ISO/IEC 17020, the international standard for the competence of inspection bodies. USAB accredited inspection bodies are competent to perform a wide range of inspections, including:

• Pre-shipment and post-shipment inspections
• Inspections of manufacturing facilities and processes
• Inspections of construction projects
• Inspections of food safety and quality
• Inspections of environmental compliance

How to Apply for USAB Inspection Bodies Accreditation

Inspection bodies that are interested in applying for USAB accreditation can visit the USAB website for more information. The USAB website includes information on the accreditation process, the requirements for accreditation, and the costs associated with accreditation.

Conclusion

USAB inspection bodies accreditation is a valuable tool for inspection bodies that are committed to quality and excellence. USAB accreditation can help inspection bodies to increase their credibility and recognition, access new markets and customers, improve their performance, reduce risk, and attract and retain partners and investors.

Additional Information

USAB accredited inspection bodies are also eligible to participate in the USAB Mutual Recognition Arrangement (MRA). The USAB MRA is a reciprocal agreement with other accreditation bodies around the world. This means that USAB accredited inspection bodies are automatically recognized by other MRA signatories. This can help USAB accredited inspection bodies to access new markets and customers around the world without having to be accredited by multiple accreditation bodies.

USAB also offers a number of resources and support services to accredited inspection bodies. These resources and services can help inspection bodies to maintain their competence and to continuously improve their performance.