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ISO/IEC 17020:2026 and Inspection Body Accreditation

Training Formats

This course is available in two formats: Training for individuals and private group training.

Course Overview

Inspection bodies perform assessments on behalf of private organizations or authorities with the goal of providing information about the conformity of inspected items against stakeholder specifications, which may include regulations, documentary standards, specifications, inspection schemes, or contracts. Inspections include the examination of materials, products, installations, plants, processes, work procedures, or services against these requirements, with subsequent reporting of results of these activities to appropriate stakeholders. They can be performed at any stage, from design to inspection, and may cover testing and calibration activities (see ISO/IEC 17025). This course is a comprehensive review of the requirements of ISO/IEC 17020:2026. The participant will gain an understanding of conformity assessment principles and inspection practices, along with the elements of the standard (including but not limited to):
  1. Type A and Type non-A Inspection Bodies
  2. Impartiality and independence
  3. Competency management
  4. Identification and monitoring of risks and opportunities
  5. Inspection process, including sampling
  6. Quality management elements (documented information, internal audits, management reviews)

Price: $1060.00

*Discounts available for A2LA Members. Contact us for special pricing.

Prerequisites

While there are no formal prerequisites for this workshop, participants will benefit most if they have:

  • A basic understanding of inspection activities or conformity assessment concepts
  • Familiarity with quality management system principles (e.g., document control, records, corrective action)
  • Experience working within or alongside an inspection body, laboratory, certification body, or regulatory program

Prior experience with ISO/IEC standards (such as ISO/IEC 17020, ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17065, or ISO 9001) is helpful but not required.

Equipment Needed

In-Person:  None required; laptop helpful

Virtual Delivery:  Laptop or desktop (PC or MAC) with reliable internet connection, speakers and camera

Target Attendees

This workshop is intended for professionals involved in the management, implementation, assessment, or oversight of inspection activities, including:

  1. Inspection body leadership and quality/technical managers
  2. Inspectors and lead inspectors
  3. Internal auditors and management review participants
  4. Organizations preparing for initial accreditation or transition from ISO/IEC 17020:2012

Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of the course, the participant will be able to:

1. Define critical terminology for inspection bodies;
2. Identify the documents and records required;
3. Model the steps in the Accreditation Process;
4. Analyze scenarios to determine conformance with requirements from the standard; and
5. Recognize and summarize the international MRA requirements that affect accredited inspection bodies

CEUs Awarded

1.4 CEUs*, 14 Training Hours

* A2LA WorkPlace Training is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is authorized to issue the IACET CEU.

Presentation Style

The course materials are presented in an interactive lecture style incorporating individual and group activities.

Reference

Document Title
ISO/IEC 17020:2026

(Required)*

 ISO/IEC 17020 Requirements for Bodies Performing Inspection (2026)

* During class, students are required to have access to a copy of ISO/IEC 17020:2026, either furnished by their company or purchased directly from ANSI, ISO or another approved document provider.

Training Dates

July 28 – 29, 2026
Instructor: Ashley Kamauf
Virtual Class
10am - 5pm EST

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September 22 – 23, 2026
Instructor: Ashley Kamauf
Virtual Class
10am - 5pm EST

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