ISO/IEC 17025:2017
Laboratory Equipment Log & Maintenance Record
A template for tracking equipment inventory, calibration status, and maintenance history in compliance with ISO/IEC 17025.
Overview
Clause 6.4 of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requires laboratories to have access to equipment that is required for the correct performance of laboratory activities and to maintain records of that equipment. This Excel template helps you fulfill these requirements efficiently.
Features
- Master Equipment List: A central registry for all laboratory equipment, including unique IDs, serial numbers, manufacturer details, and location.
- Calibration Schedule: Track calibration dates, due dates, and calibration providers. Conditional formatting highlights upcoming or overdue calibrations.
- Maintenance Log: Record all maintenance activities, including routine service, repairs, and firmware updates.
- Performance Checks: Document intermediate checks to verify the equipment’s ongoing confidence.
Why Use This Log?
- Compliance: Meets the record-keeping requirements of Clause 6.4.13.
- Organization: Keeps all critical equipment information in one accessible place.
- Proactive Management: Helps prevent missed calibrations and maintenance, reducing the risk of nonconforming work.
Instructions
- Inventory: Populate the Master Equipment List with all significant equipment.
- Schedule: Enter the last calibration date and the calibration interval. The “Next Due” date will calculate automatically.
- Update: Update the Maintenance Log whenever service is performed.
- Review: Regularly review the log to identify equipment due for service or calibration.