WHAT IS ISO 17020?
Assuring Quality and Safety in the Global Market
In the current global market, ensuring the quality and safety of products, processes, and services is crucial. Inspections play a key role by providing independent verification and validation of compliance with standards and regulations.
To guarantee the competence and impartiality of inspection bodies, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) developed ISO/IEC 17020. This international standard outlines the requirements for the operation of various types of inspection bodies.
ISO/IEC 17020 provides a framework for inspection bodies to demonstrate their technical competence, independence, and ability to deliver reliable inspection services. Accreditation to this standard not only boosts the reputation and credibility of inspection bodies but also facilitates access to global markets by reducing technical barriers to trade.
QSCert Middle East’s Accreditation
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Currently we are in processes for SAAC 17020 accreditation in order to confirm that QSCert Middle East meets the competence requirements for inspection body Type A. This accreditation will underscore the QSCert Middle East’s commitment to providing reliable and credible certification services, helping businesses achieve compliance and gain a competitive edge in the global market.
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Third Party Inspection (TPI)
What is TPI ?
Third-Party Inspection (TPI) is a quality assurance process where an independent and impartial organization or inspection agency is engaged to evaluate and verify the quality, compliance, and safety of products, processes, systems, or services. This ensures that the inspected items meet the necessary standards, specifications, regulations, and customer expectations.
Why QSCert?
Unbiased Evaluation
Unbiased Evaluation
Unbiased Evaluation
Third-party inspectors are neutral entities with no vested interest in the outcome, providing an impartial assessment of product or service quality, thereby enhancing the credibility of the inspection process.
Expertise
Unbiased Evaluation
Unbiased Evaluation
Third-party inspection services employ experienced professionals who are experts in their fields. They have extensive knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices, enabling them to conduct thorough evaluations.
Quality Assurance
Unbiased Evaluation
Quality Assurance
TPI helps maintain and improve the quality of products or services by identifying defects, non-compliance issues, or process inefficiencies early in the production or service delivery stages, allowing companies to take corrective actions for better quality outcomes.
Risk Mitigation
Regulatory Compliance
Quality Assurance
TPI minimizes the risks associated with substandard products or services. By identifying and addressing issues before products are released, companies can avoid costly recalls, legal liabilities, and reputational damage.
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
Various industries must adhere to specific standards and regulations. Third-party inspections ensure that products or services comply with these standards, helping businesses avoid legal and regulatory issues.
Customer Confidence
Regulatory Compliance
Regulatory Compliance
When consumers know that an independent third party has tested a product, they are more likely to trust its safety and quality, leading to greater satisfaction and increased loyalty to the company.
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Identifying and resolving issues early in the production process can result in cost savings. Addressing problems before they become more serious and affect large quantities of products is more economical.
Global Trade Facilitation
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Third-party inspection is often required for international trade, especially when products need to cross borders. It ensures that products meet the importing country’s standards, reducing the risk of rejections or delays at customs.
Supplier Evaluation
Efficiency and Cost Savings
Supplier Evaluation
TPI is commonly used to assess the capabilities and reliability of suppliers. This helps companies decide which suppliers to work with and ensures that their products or services meet the required quality standards.
Transparency
Transparency
Supplier Evaluation
Third-party inspection reports provide clear documentation of the inspection process, findings, and any corrective actions taken. This transparency is valuable for stakeholders, including customers, regulatory authorities, and shareholders.
Lifting Inspection
QSCert Middle East is a proficient company specializing in Lifting Inspection, Testing, Training, and Certification. Our expertise spans various sectors, including Maritime, Oil and Gas (both Offshore and Onshore), Fabrication and Erection, Construction, Power Plants, and Petrochemical industries. We will ensure compliance with both national and international standards such as ISO, IEC, BS EN, API, ASME, ANSI, OSHA, LEEA, LOLER, PUWER, and other recognized bodies’ approved codes of practice (ACoP).
Our highly skilled and experienced team adds value at an affordable cost, understanding client needs and ensuring timely mobilization. We uphold business ethics, maintain transparency in our operations, and work within client timeframes, recognizing the importance of time constraints. Our systems and services guarantee professional service, swift documentation, and the ability to measure, test, and monitor the competence, integrity, and performance of your personnel and equipment. Continuous improvement, trust, and a spirit of partnership are the foundations of our success.
Our team consists of highly experienced and qualified engineers who have demonstrated their expertise in many prestigious companies. Our comprehensive training program ensures that our Trainers, Engineers, and Inspectors are not only fully trained and competent but also possess the necessary knowledge to effectively transfer this knowledge and conduct testing and inspection of our clients’ products and equipment.
Inspection of Lifting Equipment
Lifting equipment refers to any machine, whether manually or mechanically powered, that can lift, lower, or suspend loads. This includes the supporting structures and all associated equipment and gear but excludes continuous mechanical handling devices like conveyors.
Inspection of Lifting Gear
Lifting gear inspections involve a comprehensive examination of the safety-critical parts of the equipment every six months. These inspections adhere to client-specific procedures, as well as national and international standards, including LEEA CoP, LOLER, ASME B30, API RB 8B/9B, and various ISO and BS EN standards. Competent inspectors conduct these inspections to ensure compliance and safety.
Our Expertise
Our team has deep expertise in a variety of areas, including process improvement, change management, financial management, and more. We bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to every project we work on, and we're committed to delivering measurable results.
Types of Gears and Equipment’s
INSPECTION OF LIFTING GEAR
- Shackles
- Wire rope slings
- Webbing slings
- Turn buckles
- Chain slings
- Eyebolts
- Links/Rings
- Plate clamps
- Hooks
- Open wedge sockets
- Swivels
- Lifting beams
- Safety harnesses/lanyards
- Drum lifters
- Towing assemblies
- HMPE ropes
- Fiber ropes
INSPECTION OF LIFTING EQUIPMENT
- Hoists (air, electric, and hydraulic)
- Jacks
- Fixed lifting beams
- Monorails
- Pad eyes
- Gin poles and gin wheels
- Winches
- Chain blocks
- Lever blocks
- Wire rope pulling machines
- Pull lifts
- Beam trolleys
- Mobile elevating work platforms (MEWP)
- Elevators and escalators
- Industrial lift trucks (e.g., forklifts, self-loaders, side booms)
- Lifting jacks (pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical screw types)