Saudi standards body expands proficiency testing to 122 fields
SASO's accreditation programmes now cover 65 proficiency testing initiatives across multiple sectors.
At a glance
- SASO's proficiency testing programmes now total 65, covering 122 technical fields
- Programmes help laboratories verify accuracy and meet international accreditation standards
- Expansion supports industry, health, food, environment and trade sectors
- Strengthens national laboratory capabilities and Saudi Arabia's Quality Infrastructure Index performance
The National Center for Measurement and Calibration at the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization has received expanded accreditation from the Saudi Accreditation Center, bringing its proficiency testing programmes to 65 covering 122 technical fields.
The programmes allow measurement and calibration laboratories to assess performance, verify result accuracy and meet international accreditation requirements. The expansion supports industry, health, food, environment and trade sectors by improving measurement reliability and technical efficiency. Laboratories can access the programmes via SASO's e-services page.
Why it matters
Reliable measurement and calibration systems underpin product quality and technical standards across multiple economic sectors.
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