Lab Consulting

Third Party Assessments

We conduct formal third-party accreditation assessments for environmental laboratories when contracted by laboratories, accrediting bodies, or state programs to satisfy required external evaluation obligations. Our assessments are performed with objectivity, technical depth, and a clear understanding of applicable state, federal, and national accreditation standards.

Whether serving as an independent assessor to meet regulatory requirements or providing supplemental accreditation support, we evaluate the full scope of laboratory operations — including technical procedures, quality systems, personnel competency, method implementation, documentation practices, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.

We offer both remote and on-site assessment options depending on program requirements and laboratory needs including TNI 2016, ISO/IEC 17025, NELAP, and all applicable state and federal requirements.

Our third-party accreditation assessments provide:

Fulfillment of required external assessment obligations
Objective, independent compliance evaluation
Detailed findings aligned with accreditation standards
Clear documentation suitable for regulatory submission
Practical guidance for corrective actions when applicable
Confidence in technical and quality system performance
Correct documentation and application for changes in laboratory scope

Whether engaged by a laboratory or a state program, we deliver professional, defensible assessments that support accreditation integrity and public trust.

Quality Management & Technical Support

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Internal Audits

We conduct comprehensive internal audits designed specifically for environmental laboratories making certain they meet all state, federal, and national requirements including TNI 2016, ISO/IEC 17025, and NELAP where applicable.

Our audits go beyond checklist compliance — we evaluate technical operations and processes, quality systems, documentation practices, training records, method compliance, and data traceability to identify gaps before they become findings.

We offer both remote and on-site audits to meet your needs. Remote audits provide efficient evaluations using live video calls and secure document sharing. On-site assessments offer in-depth observation of technical practices and laboratory workflows.

Our remote and on-site audits provide:

A complete system review
Clear, actionable corrective actions
Objective, third-party perspective
Full-system compliance audits
Mock accreditation inspections
Technical discipline assessments
Follow-up corrective action verification
Gap analyses against compliance requirements
Improved readiness for accreditation and regulatory inspections
Strengthened continuous improvement culture
Reduced risk of findings during state or third-party inspections
Full-system and discipline-specific audits tailored to your scope of accreditation

Whether you need a full-system audit or a focused technical review, we help ensure your laboratory remains inspection-ready year-round.

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Management Reviews

We facilitate structured, effective management reviews that go beyond simply meeting any regulatory requirements. Our approach helps laboratory leadership assess performance metrics, nonconformances, client feedback, risk, resources, and improvement opportunities in a way that drives informed decision-making.

Our management review support includes:

Agenda development aligned with applicable standards and regulatory expectations
Data compilation and performance analysis
Risk-based evaluation
Leadership facilitation and follow-up planning
Compilation and analysis of quality metrics
Review of nonconformances, corrective actions, and trends
Evaluation of client feedback and complaints
Resource assessments
Documentation and action planning

Our structured approach ensures management reviews become a driver of performance — not just a compliance requirement.

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Data Review

We conduct independent technical data reviews to verify accuracy, completeness, defensibility, and regulatory compliance. Our reviews assess analytical results, QC performance, calculations, reporting limits, method adherence, and documentation integrity to ensure your data stands up to scrutiny.

Data review services include:

Full data package review
QC and control chart verification
Raw data traceability checks
Method-specific compliance review
Calculation and transcription review
Regulatory reporting compliance

We help ensure your reported results are accurate, defensible, and audit-ready.

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Data Integrity and Ethics Training

We provide customized data integrity and ethics training tailored to environmental laboratories. Our sessions reinforce professional responsibility, ethical decision-making, and regulatory expectations while promoting a culture of transparency and accountability. Training is available remotely or on-site and can be tailored for analysts, QA staff, and management.

Training topics include:

Data integrity principles and regulatory expectations
Proper documentation practices
Identifying and preventing improper practices
Ethical responsibilities of laboratory personnel

Available in both virtual and in-person formats, our training empowers staff at all levels to protect the integrity of your laboratory’s work.

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Quality Assurance & Quality Control

We provide hands-on QA/QC support to help laboratories develop, refine, and maintain effective quality management systems. Whether you are building a new quality system, preparing for accreditation, addressing findings, or refining existing processes, we deliver practical solutions that work in laboratory environments.

Our QA/QC services include:

Quality manual development and revision
SOP review, improvement, and standardization
Corrective action and root cause analysis
Control chart implementation and evaluation
Risk-based system evaluation
Accreditation preparation and mock inspections

We help strengthen and transform your quality system from the ground up.

Laboratory Consulting