This document specifies general requirements for the competence and impartiality of proficiency testing (PT) providers and consistent operation of all proficiency testing schemes. This document can be used as a basis for specific technical requirements for particular fields of application.
Users of proficiency testing schemes, regulatory authorities, organizations and schemes using peer- assessment, accreditation bodies and others can use these requirements in confirming or recognizing the competence of proficiency testing providers.
BS EN ISO IEC 17043:2023 Referenced Document
ISO 17034 General requirements for the competence of reference material producers*, 2016-11-01 Update