This document discusses using the ISO 17020 approach for greenhouse gas inventory quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC). Key points include:
- ISO 17020 provides general criteria for inspection bodies and includes requirements for independence, competence, and quality systems.
- Accreditation involves a third party evaluation to verify an inspection body's competence, while certification verifies an organization's quality management system meets ISO 9001.
- Start-up QA/QC procedures involve validating methods, setting up documentation, and initial audits.
- Maintenance includes regular quality control checks by inventory preparers and quality assurance reviews by independent personnel.
- Implementing the full system requires around 2.5 person-years initially and then 10-