15 C.F.R. § 285.12 Monitoring visits.
Title 15 - Commerce and Foreign Trade
(a) In addition to regularly scheduled assessments, monitoring visits may be conducted by NVLAP at any time during the accreditation period. They may occur for cause or an a random selection basis. While most monitoring visits will be scheduled in advance with the laboratory, NVLAP may conduct unannounced monitoring visits. (b) The scope of a monitoring visit may range from checking a few designated items to a complete review. The assessors may review deficiency resolutions, verify reported changes in the laboratory's personnel, facilities, or operations, or administer proficiency testing, when appropriate.
Title 15: Commerce and Foreign Trade
PART 285—NATIONAL VOLUNTARY LABORATORY ACCREDITATION PROGRAM
§ 285.12 Monitoring visits.