🔬 Quality Control and RDI Management System

The accreditation and certification of Equigerminal Laboratory is a recognition of our technical and scientific competence in performing diagnostic laboratory tests, as well as in our associated research, development, and innovation activities.

The Quality Control Management System & RDI (QCMS) implemented in our laboratory encompasses our organization, documented procedures, records, and physical resources.

All tests conducted at Equigerminal Laboratory are based on rigorous scientific support, utilizing internationally recognized publications, recommendations from reference entities, and established testing regulations.

📈 Quality Control & RDI Policy

Our Quality Control & RDI Policy is focused on the continuous improvement of our services, ensuring the reliability of our analytical results, and advancing research, development, and innovation in our field.

We are committed to providing the necessary resources to maintain and improve our QCMS.

To achieve these objectives, Equigerminal Laboratory is committed to:

• Meeting the needs and requirements of our clients to ensure the recognition of the quality of our services.
• Guaranteeing impartiality, independence, and professional secrecy in all tests conducted and information acquired.
• Performing tests according to established procedures and test methods, ensuring services that meet customer requirements.
• Continuously updating and improving methods and processes to adhere to good professional practices.
• Enhancing the training of our staff to ensure familiarity with applicable documents and our QCMS.
• Maintaining an organized laboratory environment to systematically meet the requirements of NP EN ISO/IEC 17025, NP EN ISO 9001, and IDI NP 4457.
• Ensuring continuous improvement of the effectiveness of our QCMS.
• Promoting research, development, and innovation of new products and services.
• Ensuring the proper handling of all customer and third-party complaints.

🎯 Objectives of the QCMS

• Exceeding client expectations regarding our contracted services.
• Continuously improving our services and testing methods.
• Developing new products, services, processes, and market approaches related to our activities.
• Recognizing Equigerminal Laboratory as an accredited entity for tests within our scope of accreditation and certification.

💼 Executive Commitment

The Executive Director of Equigerminal Laboratory endorses the Quality Manual & RDI and fully supports the QCMS, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and customer requirements as per NP EN ISO/IEC 17025, NP EN ISO 9001, and IDI NP 4457.

The Executive Director also commits to ensuring:

• Impartiality and independence.
• Confidentiality and security.
• Ethics and scientific rigor.
• Adherence to the Quality Control Policy and RDI.

Coimbra, August 27, 2021
(Alexandre Pires – Executive Director)