1. (a) A satellite laboratory is a fixed, permanent facility (which includes fixed-in-place vehicles) that operates under a single scope of accreditation with a main laboratory.

2. (b) A main laboratory may apply for accreditation of a satellite laboratory under a single scope of accreditation, in accordance with Section 64808.15, if the following criteria are met:

   1. (1) The main laboratory and satellite laboratory operate under the same Owner;
   2. (2) The satellite laboratory operates with oversight from the main laboratory;
   3. (3) The main laboratory and satellite laboratory are under the supervision of the same Technical Manager;
   4. (4) The main laboratory and satellite laboratory operate under the same quality management system and Quality Manual;
   5. (5) Reports identify which laboratory performed the analyses; and
   6. (6) A single contact person is identified to communicate with ELAP regarding accreditation activities for the main laboratory and satellite laboratory.
3. (c) Satellite laboratories shall comply with proficiency testing requirements in Section 64802.15 and on-site assessments in accordance with Section 64802.20.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 100829 and 100830, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 100825 and 100830, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New section filed 11-19-2020; operative 1-1-2021 (Register 2020, No. 47). (Filing deadline specified in Government Code section 11349.3(a) extended by 60 calendar days pursuant to Executive Order N-40-20.)