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An inspection body, accredited under ISO 17020:2012, conducts pre-shipment inspections for a diverse range of manufactured goods. The body\'s management has identified a potential risk where inspectors might develop preferential relationships with certain manufacturers due to frequent interactions and the desire to secure future contracts. This situation could subtly influence their judgment, leading to a deviation from objective assessment criteria. Which fundamental requirement of ISO 17020:2012 is most directly challenged by this scenario, and what is the primary mechanism for addressing it?
Ensuring impartiality through a management system that addresses threats to impartiality.
Maintaining independence from the entities being inspected by avoiding undue commercial pressures.
Demonstrating technical competence in the specific inspection fields by employing qualified personnel.
Establishing a clear organizational structure that defines roles and responsibilities for inspection activities.

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