How to Become a Recognized Lab

Steps for Lab Recognition

1. Visit Policy to learn about P25 CAP operations and follow the process and equipment requirements for attaining recognition as a P25 CAP laboratory.
2. Select one of the following DHS-recognized accreditation bodies to arrange an onsite assessment of your lab for P25 CAP testing:
   • American Association for Laboratory Accreditation(A2LA)
   • Ansi-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
   • International Accreditation New Zealand (IANZ)
3. Visit Accreditation Body and Laboratory Agreements to review the testing and reporting requirements that a DHS-recognized accreditation laboratory must agree to in writing.
4. Submit Accreditation Body recognition documentation along with signed Accreditation Body and Laboratory Agreement to P25CAP@hq.dhs.gov.
5. Contact DHS at P25CAP@hq.dhs.gov to use a recognized laboratory certification mark.