78 Combined Regional Measurement Assurance Program (C-RMAP)

Credit: NIST/Kristen Dill

NIST Handbook 143, Section 5.2, Table 2 notes that annual attendance at the RMAP training session is required for ongoing laboratory Recognition of State weights and measures metrology staff. Handbook 143, Program Handbook details the criteria used for OWM Laboratory Recognition. In addition, participation in ongoing RMAP proficiency tests (PTs) requires completion of training requirements to the designated level and attendance at the annual RMAP training sessions. The 2019 Combined RMAP will provide the required annual training for State weights and measures laboratory staff according to NIST Handbook 143. It will include technical training as well as proficiency testing planning and review.

Learning Objectives

See the detailed objectives provided for each module. Overall, the learning objectives were developed to enable metrologists to implement best practices into their laboratory programs and share concepts with others in their laboratories who cannot attend the training.

Materials & Supplies

Reference notebooks and Google Drive files to be provided.   Note: Laboratories must bring a copy of their ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standard.

Prerequisites

None required.

Pre-Work/Post-Work

• Pre-Work:  Not applicable.
• Post-Work:  Not applicable.

Minimum Requirements

Participants must identify and select appropriate sessions for attendance, sign into each session, and participate/engage in the lectures, discussions, Q&A, and hands-on sessions as applicable.  To receive the C-RMAP training certificate, each participant must submit a completed "Session Attendance" form that includes application notes.

Registration Fee and Information

Additional registration fees will be coordinated and collected by the Western Weights and Measures Association. TWO registrations are required for each event (first with OWM and second with the local host).  

1. The OWM Contacts System is used to generate attendee registration lists, name tags/tent cards, adequate training materials, and training certificates.  The registration list is shared with each host.  
2. Additional registration fees are being coordinated and collected by the Western Weights and Measures Association. 
   • Early Registration (before April 1, 2025)  $450.00
   • Late Registration $475.00
   • Exhibitors $500.00
   • Guest registration (only if the guest will participate in the dinner/reception) $30.00

Links to pay online by credit card/EFT:
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        • Individual registration: tinyurl.com/CRMAP2025
        • Exhibitor registration: tinyurl.com/CRMAP2025Exhibitor
        • Guest registration: tinyurl.com/CRMAPGuest2025

Technology Requirements

Participants need to bring applicable Quality Management System laboratory files (SOP related to calibration topic, PT, Environmental Conditions) and MS Excel blank workbook for hands-on activities and review of resources that will be used during training.  Electronic files with a laptop are suggested for easier searching. Users must be able to access USB drives on their laptops or download from Google Drive.

Instructors

Numerous instructors and speakers - See detailed agenda.

Audience:

For weights and measures metrology staff and other metrologists who are regular attendees of the Regional Measurement Assurance Program (RMAP) training sessions. Additional metrology staff are welcome to register for the training.
VENDORS: VENDORS: Potential vendors for tabletop displays may contact micheal.hicks [at] nist.gov (Micheal Hicks) to present a technical talk must submit an abstract for review as well. Vendors must register and pay through the Western Weights and Measures Association registration link. The cost is $600, which $600 includes a 6-foot tabletop exhibit space from June 1, Noon to June 5 at 5:00 p.m. If power or shipping/handling services are needed, they must be coordinated directly with the hotel. Registration includes access to all technical sessions for one person, the Sunday reception, and the Thursday dinner.