The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Laboratory Recognition Scheme (LRS) recognizes laboratories, both in India and abroad,

 The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Laboratory Recognition Scheme (LRS) recognizes laboratories, both in India and abroad, to conduct testing for conformity assessment, ensuring product quality and safety in line with Indian Standards, and boosting consumer confidence. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown of the BIS Laboratory Recognition Scheme:

Purpose and Objectives:

Conformity Assessment:

The LRS aims to recognize laboratories capable of conducting product testing for conformity assessment, ensuring products meet Indian Standards (IS). 

Strengthening BIS Schemes:

By recognizing competent laboratories, BIS strengthens its conformity assessment schemes and boosts consumer confidence. 

Efficiency and Accessibility:

The scheme enables faster, more efficient testing, empowering both private and government laboratories, and streamlining the testing process. 

Economic Viability:

It is not economically viable for BIS to develop testing facilities for all products, so the LRS aims to have a sufficient number of outside laboratories to cater to the needs of various conformity assessment schemes. 

How it Works:

Legal Basis:

The scheme is governed by the provisions under Section 13 (4) of the BIS Act 2016 and Rule 32 of the BIS Rules, 2018. 

Recognition Criteria:

To be recognized, a laboratory must meet accreditation standards under IS/ISO/IEC 17025, possess necessary testing facilities, ensure impartial operations, and adhere to BIS regulations. 

Scope:

The scheme covers laboratories both inside and outside India. 

BIS Certification:

The BIS certification indicates third party assurance of any product's quality, reliability, and safety to the customers.