Round robin tests – element of quality assurance

Our accreditation with the DAkkS ensures that our testing and analysis procedures are carried out according to the highest possible quality and safety standards.

Taking part in round robin tests is a crucial element of quality assurance.

  • GSA is a regular participant of the following interlaboratory tests, conducted by HSL (Health and Safety Laboratory) and IOM (Institute of Occupational Medicine)
  • AFRICA (Asbestos Fibre Regular Informal Counting Arrangement) von IOM in Edinburgh
  • AIMS (Asbestos in Materials Scheme) von HSL in Buxton
  • SEMS (Scanning Electron Microscopy Fibre Counting Scheme) von HSL in Buxton