NABH, NABL & Quality Accreditation
NABL Accreditation
Strengthen Laboratory Systems. Prepare for Assessment.
NABL is the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories. NABL accreditation relates to a defined scope of tests or calibrations a laboratory is assessed against — not the laboratory as a whole. EMC supports laboratories in preparing their quality systems, documentation and staff for that assessment, from initial scope assessment through mock assessment and coordination of the external assessment itself.
Who we support
Who We Support
Laboratories preparing to define or expand their NABL accreditation scope
Laboratories with existing quality documentation that need stronger implementation and evidence
Facilities preparing for an upcoming NABL assessment
Why it matters
Why Does This Matter?
Structured quality systems for a defined testing scope
Stronger staff orientation and competence
Consistent equipment and calibration record-keeping
Assessment readiness through internal audit and mock assessment
Continual improvement through corrective action
Accreditation relates to a defined scope, not the laboratory as a whole. EMC does not guarantee NABL accreditation — the final decision belongs to NABL.
The EMC support journey
How EMC Supports You
A coordinated path from understanding the requirement through follow-up and completion support.
Scope assessment
Define the specific tests or calibrations the accreditation will cover.
Gap analysis
Compare existing practices against applicable NABL requirements for that scope.
Quality manuals, SOPs, formats & registers
Support preparation and standardisation of the required quality documentation.
Staff orientation
Orient laboratory staff on the quality system and their role within it.
Equipment & calibration record coordination
Coordinate equipment inventory and calibration record-keeping relevant to the scope.
Internal audit
Audit the quality system against applicable requirements ahead of assessment.
Corrective actions
Identify, correct and monitor findings from internal audit.
Mock assessment
Check documents, implementation and staff awareness before the external assessment.
Assessment coordination
Coordinate the external NABL assessment process.
Scope assessment
Define the specific tests or calibrations the accreditation will cover.
Frequently asked questions about nabl accreditation
- What does NABL accreditation cover?
- NABL accreditation relates to a defined scope of tests or calibrations a laboratory is assessed against, not the laboratory as a whole — the accredited scope is specific and published as part of the accreditation.
- Does EMC guarantee NABL accreditation?
- No. EMC supports scope assessment, gap analysis, documentation, staff orientation and assessment preparation, but EMC does not guarantee NABL accreditation — the final decision belongs to NABL.
Have a nabl accreditation requirement?
Tell us about your facility and current status — we'll help you identify the right next step.