ABBREVIATION AND CONCEPTS

Understanding Key Concepts and Abbreviations At NAC, we are committed to excellence and transparency in all our accreditation processes. Here’s a quick guide to some of the key concepts and abbreviations you might encounter:

Tag Value
ISO International Standardization Organization
ILAC International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
IAAC Inter-American Accreditation Cooperation
IAF International Accreditation Forum
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
MLA Multilateral Recognition Arrangement
MU Measurement Uncertanity
MRA Mutual Recognition Arrangement
AB Accreditation Body
CMC Calibration and Measurement Capability
PT Proficiency Testing
CAB Conformity Assessment Body
QMS Quality Management System
MU Measurement Uncertanity
TAS Testing Application Standards
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