Answer must be based on understanding of standard ISO 17025:2017

Three assessment situations are described. For each, review the information and evidence in the scenario and decide if there is sufficient evidence to report the findings as a nonconformity with the assessment criteria, ISO/IC 17025 (current issue).

Either

Where you determine there is sufficient evidence, complete the nonconformity report template.

Marking scheme for a nonconformity:

For correctly identifying the scenario as a nonconformity

For a clear description of the nonconformity

For correctly quoting relevant evidence

For correctly identifying the relevant ISO / IC 17025 requirement (1 mark)

Overall clarity of the nonconformity report

OR

If you think there is not yet sufficient evidence to report your findings as a nonconformity, complete the investigation template, clearly stating;

Your reason(s) for thinking there is not yet sufficient evidence to report your findings as a nonconformity

How you would investigate to determine conformity or nonconformity.

Include investigation trails you would follow and specific examples of evidence you would seek and for what purpose.

Providing a valid reason why there is insufficient evidence for a nonconformity.

Description of the nonconformity (Max 3 marks): Relevant evidence (Max 3 Marks): ISO/IEC 17025:2017 clause and requirement (Max 1 Mark): Note: - For identifying the scenario as a nonconformity - For overall clarity 2 Marks are awarded 1 Mark is awarded OR - Complete your answer on the following page. Situation one: - Give your reason(s) for thinking there is not yet sufficient evidence to report your findings as a nonconformity. - Describe how you would investigate further to determine conformity or nonconformity. Include investigation trails you would follow and specific examples of evidence you would seek and for what purpose. Four investigation trails you would follow, including, evidence sought and purpose. (Max 2 Marks for each investigation trail)