LAC 33:I.4713. Interim Acceptance of Accreditation by Another Accrediting Authority for In-State Laboratories

A. Acceptance of accreditation from another accrediting authority as equivalent accreditation shall be determined by the department. B. All of the following requirements must be fulfilled: 1. a completed application form and support documents submitted; 2. any appropriate fee(s) paid; 3. evidence of successful participation in a proficiency testing program or its equivalent; 4. written documentation of accreditation sent to the department; 5. a comparison of certification requirements from the accredited laboratory; and 6. an on-site evaluation/inspection conducted by authorized representatives of the department or the previous inspection conducted by the accrediting authority.