- Course Introduction
- 01: Evidence, Science & DNA
- 02: Forensic Biology
- 03: DNA Extraction & Quantitation
- 04: DNA Amplification
- 05: Amplified DNA Product Separation
- 06: STR Data Analysis & Interpretation
- 07: Population Genetics & Statistics
- 08: Communicating Results
- 09: Other DNA Markers & Technologies
- Course Resources
- Quality Assurance Standards
- CODIS
- Safety
- Introduction
- Safety Requirements
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)
- National Institute of Safety and Health (NIOSH)
- Laboratory Accreditation
- Scientific Working Group on DNA Analysis Methods (SWGDAM)
- National Fire Protection Associate (NFPA)
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- Quality Assurance Standards for Forensic DNA Testing Laboratories (QAS)
- International Labour Organization (ILO)
- Components of a Safety Program
- Works Cited & Online Links
- Literature
- Laboratory Training Manual
President's DNA Initiative
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Advancing Justice Through DNA Technology
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Advancing Justice Through DNA Technology
DNA Analyst Training
Laboratory Accreditation
Home > Course Resources > Safety > Safety Requirements > Laboratory Accreditation
Most crime laboratories in the U.S. are accredited under the long-established program provided by the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors/Laboratory Accreditation Board (ASCLD/LAB®). Some are accredited under programs that meet the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2005, offered either by Forensic Quality Services (FQS) or by ASCLD/LAB® International. The ASCLD/LAB® legacy program includes specific criteria covering safety, whereas ISO/IEC 17025:2005 does not. However, both FQS and ASCLD/LAB® International programs, as well as the ASCLD/LAB® legacy program, incorporate the QAS. The safety requirements of the QAS are therefore an essential part of any forensic laboratory accreditation.
