The reliability of test results depends on many factors such as the personnel performing the tests, environmental conditions, selection and validation of test methods, equipment functioning, measurement traceability, as well as the sampling, storage and handling of test items, all of which are a reflection of the laboratory’s overall quality system. Aerotech P&K has modeled its quality system after ISO 17025 Guidelines, one of the most stringent sets of standards in the industry, to ensure that its clients receive the high standard of accuracy, reliability, and impartiality that they have come to expect from a leader in the environmental industry.

In order to maintain the strict level of discipline needed to conform to these standards, the quality assurance department at Aerotech P&K is lead under the direct supervision of a Ph.D. Microbiologist with over 30 years of experience. The quality assurance staff is well regarded, bringing numerous years of experience in an array of industries including clinical microbiology, environmental microbiology, chemistry, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, and agriculture. This dedicated group of individuals is responsible for all aspects of the Aerotech P&K quality system, including but not limited to:

• The quality system manual
• All standard operating procedures
• Documentation of personnel training
• Aerotech P&K’s proficiency testing program
• All laboratory accreditations and licensures
• Internal and external audits
• Internal root cause investigation system (The corrective action program)
• The quality assurance management database
• Instrument maintenance and repair
• Statistical quality control
• Laboratory safety

Aerotech P&K’s Quality Assurance Manual which details its complete quality assurance program is available upon request.