AME is proud to announce that we have achieved NATA accreditation for ISO/IEC 17020 (Visual Inspection of Pressure Vessels, Storage Tanks, and Lifting Equipment), fulfilling international requirements for competent inspection bodiesĀ meeting compliance with standards.
In response to the new Western Australian WHS-2022 regulations and increasing demand for accredited inspection services, AME has worked diligently to meet the ISO/IEC 17020 standards. These standards are crucial for bodies performing inspection activities, as they ensure the reliability of inspection findings which significantly impact product compliance and asset management decisions.
What exactly is ISO/IEC 17020?
ISO/IEC 17020 sets the criteria for the competence of bodies performing inspection activities, including the impartiality and consistency of their inspection activities. It’s essential for providing reliable information on compliance with regulatory and/or contractual obligations.
Governments and industries worldwide increasingly require the use of accredited inspection services. The accreditation by NATA confirms that AME meets these international standards, enhancing the acceptance of our inspection findings and reports both domestically and internationally.
Benefits of ISO/IEC 17020 Accreditation:
- For AME: Continual improvement of inspection procedures, drives consistency in inspection approaches across the business, addresses procurement & vendor qualification requirements of key clients, third-party validation of compliance with international standards, public recognition, and enhanced acceptance of reports and findings.
- For Clients and Asset Owners: Reduces the effort required to qualify inspection service providers, as third parties have assessed their competence. Provides assurance for the asset inspection conducted and continued integrity of plant equipment.
- For Regulators: Includes specific competencies in the scope of accreditation which provides regulators with confidence that industry inspections are executed to a high standard and in accordance with the required regulations and standards.
AME NATA Accreditation
Our NATA accreditation audit earlier this year was highly successful for both our Perth and Kalgoorlie Operations, with outcomes demonstrating a high level of expertise within the business and a deep commitment to quality and continual improvement.
As of May 2024, AME’s Perth and Kalgoorlie branches, have been formally accredited by NATA for visual inspections. We will continue to participate in regular surveillance audits to ensure ongoing compliance and excellence. Going forward, all our visual inspection reports will proudly display the NATA logo, signifying our adherence to the highest standards.
Our NATA accreditation is recognized both in Australia and internationally. For a detailed overview of our NATA-accredited inspection services, please click here for Perth and here for our Kalgoorlie branch.
Interested in ensuring the highest standards for your plant and equipment? Contact AME today to schedule a certified inspection and experience the assurance of accredited quality.
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