A2LA is proud to announce that it has been formally recognized by the Horseracing Integrity and Welfare Unit (HIWU) for its Competition Animal Drug Testing Laboratory Program. While A2LA has been viewed as a partner and associate in the horse racing industry for many years, HIWU recently said in an
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation Announces Joint Webinar with Test and Measurement Equipment Manufacturer, Tektronix
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Titled “Common Industry Terms for Calibration Contract Review,” this webinar will explore and analyze common problems in industry communications. Frederick, Md (October 25, 2023) – The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), a global
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation Announces Partnership with National Industrial Hemp Council of America
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE A2LA and NIHC sign a memorandum of understanding to launch joint recognition program for A2LA conformity assessment bodies and NIHC members Frederick, Md (September 26, 2023) – The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) has announced a
Updated R311 FedRAMP Requirements Released
Due to the recent release of the updated FedRAMP R311 requirements document, we have been tasked with ensuring all accredited 3PAOs are now meeting the updated requirements. This will primarily occur through upcoming A2LA renewal assessments. These requirements are in effect immediately and will
American Association for Laboratory Accreditation Announces Changes in Executive Leadership Team
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Three staff members have taken on new roles within the leadership team to improve internal processes and efficiencies and create a more seamless customer experience. Frederick, Md (August 3, 2023) – The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA)
A2LA Celebrates 45 Years of Quality and Service
The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) began as a small organization with just three employees who were on a mission to increase quality in the scientific field. Forty-five years later, that same organization is still driven by that same mission and is now one of the largest
World Accreditation Day 2023: Planting the Seed of Quality
June 9th is World Accreditation Day, a global initiative set forth by the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) and the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) to celebrate the importance of accreditation. Members of the two organizations, along with its partners, stakeholders,
Accreditation Requirements for Field Sampling and Measurement Organizations (FSMO)
For the Spanish version of this article, click here. Among the accreditation programs offered by A2LA is the program for laboratories that perform sampling and measurement activities in the field. An organization interested in this accreditation scheme must apply the requirements from A2LA R219 -