§ 2.949   Recognition of laboratory accreditation bodies.

   (a) A party wishing to become a laboratory accreditation body recognized by
   OET  must submit a written request to the Chief of OET requesting such
   recognition. OET will make a determination based on the information provided
   in support of the request for recognition.

   (b) Applicants shall provide the following information as evidence of their
   credentials and qualifications to perform accreditation of laboratories that
   test equipment to Commission requirements, consistent with the requirements
   of  § 2.948(e). OET may request additional information, or showings, as
   needed, to determine the applicant's credentials and qualifications.

   (1) Successful completion of an ISO/IEC 17011 (incorporated by reference,
   see § 2.910) peer review, such as being a signatory to an accreditation
   agreement that is acceptable to the Commission.

   (2) Experience with the accreditation of electromagnetic compatibility
   (EMC), radio and telecommunications testing laboratories to ISO/IEC 17025
   (incorporated by reference, see § 2.910).

   (3) Accreditation personnel/assessors with specific technical experience on
   the Commission equipment authorization rules and requirements.

   (4) Procedures and policies developed for the accreditation of testing
   laboratories for FCC equipment authorization programs.

   [ 80 FR 33443 , June 12, 2015]

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