The National Calibration Service of Ukraine as an integral part of the National Quality Infrastructure

Abstract

Many serious system nonconformities described in this article have been found during the accreditation of some Ukrainian calibration laboratories. These nonconformities raise concerns about the competence and ability of such laboratories to perform calibration in the published scopes in a proper manner. Moreover, it also discredits the accreditation system in Ukraine and threatens its international recognition. To avoid this in the future, it is proposed to establish the National Calibration Service of Ukraine. The main tasks of the service will be exchanging experience and transferring knowledge in calibration activity, implementing modern calibration methods, organizing interlaboratory comparisons, and proficiency testing for various categories of measuring instruments and reference materials, etc. This will provide a solid foundation for a properly functioning metrology system and the national economy with reliable, qualified, and internationally recognized calibrations.