NATA is the authority that provides independent assurance of technical competence through a proven network of best practice industry experts for customers who require confidence in the delivery of their products and services.

NATA provides accreditation for a wide range of testing facilities and similar bodies in such areas as

Pathology
diagnostic imaging
the environment
food
waters
pharmaceuticals
concrete
asbestos
toxicology
electrical equipment
IT
Biotechnology
Metallurgy
Plastics
nuclear medicine and many more.

NATA accreditation provides a means of determining, formally recognising and promoting the competence of facilities to perform specific types of testing, inspection, calibration, and other related activities.

NATA's accreditation is based on a peer-review process made possible by some 3000 volunteer experts who assist with the assessment of facilities and sit on NATA's various technical committees.

Accredited inspection:

improves safety
minimizes risk
enhances product reputation via accurate, reliable and impartial inspection
adds value to businesses via global acceptance of evaluations i.e. international
The assessment involves a thorough evaluation of all the elements of the facility's operation that contribute to the production of accurate and reliable data.

Types of Accreditation:

NATA currently operates accreditation programs:

Biological Testing
Calibration
Chemical Testing
Construction Materials Testing
Forensic Science
Information and Communications Technology
Inspection
Mechanical Testing
Medical Imaging
Diagnostic Imaging
Medical Testing
Non-Destructive Testing
Performance and Approvals Testing
Proficiency Testing Scheme Providers
Recognition - Good Laboratory Practice
Reference Material Producers
Research and Development
Sleep Disorders Services
Veterinary Testing.

Contact Information:

NATA
1800 621 666
email: corpcomm@nata.com.au