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AHQS RESOURCES & TOOLKITS

Practical readiness tools for accreditation, inspection and quality improvement

Professional-grade, AHQS-created toolkits, checklists and templates to help laboratories and healthcare organizations prepare for ISO 15189, CAP, JCI and AABB accreditation. Download instantly after purchase.

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Important: These are AHQS-created readiness tools and templates — not official CAP, ISO 15189, JCI or AABB standards documents. Always purchase official standards directly from the accrediting bodies.

Free: Quality Audit Tool Template

A structured internal audit checklist covering document control, competency, QC, CAPA, equipment and safety. Perfect for quick self-assessment before your full accreditation preparation.

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Laboratory Accreditation Readiness Toolkit

The complete 16-sheet Excel workbook with 147 audit questions across 24 quality domains. Covers ISO 15189, CAP, JCI and AABB readiness in one comprehensive toolkit.

  • 147 audit questions across 24 domains
  • Gap Register (50 entries)
  • CAPA Action Plan (50 entries)
  • Evidence Tracker (60 entries)
  • Dashboard with 4 visual charts
  • Executive Summary with auto-scoring
  • Standards Crosswalk (ISO/CAP/JCI/AABB)

AHQS-created readiness tool — not an official standards document.

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CAP Laboratory Inspection Readiness Tools

AHQS-created checklists and templates for CAP accreditation preparation, covering inspection-readiness areas across laboratory quality.

  • CAP inspection readiness checklist
  • Evidence organization template
  • Mock inspection questionnaire
  • CAPA tracking template
  • Competency assessment form

AHQS-created readiness tool — not an official CAP document.

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ISO 15189 Medical Laboratory Readiness Tools

AHQS-created gap assessment checklists and QMS templates aligned to ISO 15189 requirements for medical laboratories.

  • ISO 15189 gap checklist
  • QMS template framework
  • Evidence tracker template
  • Internal audit checklist
  • Document control register

AHQS-created readiness tool — not an official ISO 15189 document.

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JCI Accreditation Readiness Tools for Hospitals

AHQS-created tracer tools, governance checklists and audit templates for JCI accreditation preparation in hospitals.

  • JCI tracer walkthrough tool
  • Clinical governance checklist
  • Patient safety audit template
  • Leadership readiness checklist
  • Survey preparation guide

AHQS-created readiness tool — not an official JCI document.

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AABB Transfusion Service Readiness Tools

AHQS-created readiness checklists and audit tools for AABB accreditation and transfusion service quality.

  • AABB readiness checklist
  • Transfusion audit template
  • Blood bank procedure review form
  • Adverse reaction tracking tool
  • Temperature monitoring log

AHQS-created readiness tool — not an official AABB document.

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Free Readiness Assessment

Not sure where to start? Take our free online readiness assessment for ISO 15189, CAP, JCI or AABB. Get your readiness score instantly.

  • ISO 15189 readiness check
  • CAP readiness check
  • JCI readiness check
  • AABB readiness check
  • Instant score and summary

Full Accreditation Readiness Bundle

Get all 5 AHQS readiness toolkits in one complete package. Everything you need for multi-standard accreditation preparation.

  • Laboratory Accreditation Readiness Toolkit
  • CAP Laboratory Inspection Readiness Tools
  • ISO 15189 Medical Laboratory Readiness Tools
  • JCI Accreditation Readiness Tools for Hospitals
  • AABB Transfusion Service Readiness Tools
$199 one-time — save $146
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FREE COMPLIMENTARY RESOURCES

Download free quality tools and templates

No purchase required. These AHQS-created tools are free to download and use for your accreditation readiness journey.

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Audit Tool Template

Structured audit checklist template for internal quality audits. Covers document control, competency, QC, CAPA and more.

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Risk Register Template

Excel-based risk register with severity and likelihood scoring. Track risks, owners, mitigation actions and status.

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CAPA Tracking Template

Corrective and preventive action tracker with root cause analysis, effectiveness checks and overdue auto-flagging.

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Quality Indicator Dashboard

KPI tracking template for laboratory quality indicators including TAT, rejection rates, critical value reporting and CAPA closure.

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Document Control Register

Track SOPs, policies, forms and manuals with version control, review dates, approval status and distribution tracking.

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Competency Assessment Form

Staff competency evaluation template for initial and ongoing assessment. Covers direct observation, records review and more.

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All free resources are AHQS-created templates for quality improvement and accreditation readiness. They are not official standards documents. Tap any “Download Free” button to save the Excel file directly — no sign-up needed. Best opened in Microsoft Excel on a computer.

How purchasing works

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Browse & Select

Choose the toolkit that matches your accreditation pathway and readiness stage.

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Secure Checkout

Pay securely through Lemon Squeezy with credit card or PayPal. Taxes handled automatically.

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Instant Download

Get immediate access to your files after payment. Download link sent to your email.

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Start Preparing

Open in Excel or your preferred tool. Customize for your organization and start your readiness journey.

Frequently asked questions

Are these official CAP, ISO, JCI or AABB standards?

No. These are AHQS-created readiness tools, checklists and templates designed to help you prepare for accreditation. They do not contain or reproduce official standards text. You must purchase official standards directly from CAP, ISO, the Joint Commission or AABB.

Do I still need to buy the official standards?

Yes. Official standards documents are available directly from the respective accrediting bodies. AHQS tools help you organize and prepare for accreditation but do not replace the official requirements.

What format are the tools in?

The Laboratory Readiness Toolkit is an Excel (.xlsx) workbook. Other tools may be in Excel, Word or PDF format depending on the product. Each product page specifies the format.

Can AHQS customize the tools for my organization?

Yes. AHQS offers customization and implementation support as a separate consulting engagement. Contact us to discuss your needs.

What is your refund policy?

Because these are instantly downloadable digital products, all sales are final once delivered. If a file is corrupted, will not open in Excel, or you were charged twice, contact us within 14 days and we will replace or refund it. See the full Purchase, Delivery & Refund Policy.

Can I use the tools across multiple sites or organizations?

Each purchase includes a single-organization license. For multi-site or enterprise licensing, contact AHQS to discuss volume pricing.