National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia
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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 assessment, accreditation and training services to laboratories and technical facilities throughout Australia and internationally. Read More
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| Implementation of AS ISO 15189:2009 |
NATA wishes to advise that the newly published Standard, AS ISO 15189:2009 Medical Laboratories - particular requirements for quality and competence will be used at assessments from 1 January 2010. Click here for further information. |
| Chemical Testing PT Program - LPG Testing |
NATA is publicising the document that details the requirements for the Proficiency Testing (PT) program - LPG testing (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) for the information of PT providers interested in providing a program with such coverage. |
| Information Paper 5 is now available on NATA website |
Information Paper 5: Delegation of Signatory approval, is now available on the NATA website. To download the document go to Publications > Information about NATA. |
NATA urges employers to consider using accredited providers of on site drug screening and collection as part of an overall drug and alcohol program.
Workplace drug abuse is becoming a growing problem in the Australian workplace. It adversely impacts on almost all industries in Australia, incurring substantial costs in both human and economic terms. 
Today’s refresh of the NATA web site not only gives it a new look, but has greatly improved public access to information held by the Association.