A MESSAGE FROM HEAD, MARKETING CARIBBEAN SURGERY INC LABORATORY CERTIFIED TWO COMPANIES CERTIFIED TO USE GNBS MADE IN GUYANA STANDARDS MARK Newsletter Highlights: GNBS TO BEGIN CERTIFYING BED AND BREAKFAST FACILITIES GNBS RE CERTIFIES GPHC MEDICAL LABORATORY GNBS IN FOCUS The Guyana National Bureau of Standards' Bimonthly Newsletter THREE COMPANIES CERTIFIED TO USE GNBS' MADE IN GUYANA CERTIFICATION MARK JULY AUGUST, 2022 ISSUE 04
The Made in Guyana Standards Mark Programme provides a framework for the development of quality systems within our local content thus enabling a quality revolution, pushing Guyanese businesses to the forefront of quality on all levels
Phtoto Credits
We encourage others to get on board the GNBS Made in Guyana Mark Standards Mark Programme, as we urge you to take that step to let the GNBS guide you towards quality and improved customer service
Chelsea Lee
This prestigious programme focuses on creating national competitiveness for authentic Guyanese products certified under the Programme, while also creating and promoting brand recognition of locally manufactured Guyanese Products.
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Contributions
Marketing and Promotions
The Made in Guyana Standards Mark Programme is a voluntary programme and is available to all local Manufacturers that are desirous of being certified under this programme.
Aishah Hussain Chelsea Lee Paul Singh
Lloyd David Bibi Khatoon
Editorial Contributors
Concept and Design
The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) is extremely proud to have certified nine (9) local businesses thus far to be a part of the Made in Guyana Standards Mark Programme.
A MESSAGE FROM THE HEAD OF MARKETING
Aishah Hussain
This programme gives recognition to local businesses for meeting key quality requirements It also helps businesses to achieve a sense of pride and a higher level of competitiveness in the local, regional, and international markets
Syeid Ibrahim George Defrietas
Syeid Ibrahim
Aishah Hussain Paul Singh
Table of Contents GNBS IN FOCUS 02 GNBS CELEBRATES CROSQ ON CARICOM DAY 2022 GNBS INCREASES CAPACITY TO VERIFY ELECTRICITY METERS MOBILE STAMPING EXERCISE COMMENCES FOR THE SECOND HALF OF 2022 METRO ATTAINS ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATION GNBS RE CERTIFIES GAFSONS PIPES GNBS PARTICIPATES IN THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING EXPO MANUFACTURER OF SANITATION DISINFECTANT CHAMBERS CERTIFIED TO USE THE MADE IN GUYANA MARK KSM RECEIVES TWO GNBS CERTIFICATIONS FOR ITS CONCRETE PRODUCTS FOOD SAFETY PREREQUISITES TRAINING CONDUCTED IN LETHEM, REGION #9 THE GNBS SHARES TIPS ON BACK TO SCHOOL SHOPPING INTERNAL AUDITING OF ISO MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS TRAINING GNBS CONDUCTS TRAINING ON UNDERSTANDING THE REQUIREMENTS OF ISO 9001:2015 ESSEQUIBO COMPANIES CERTIFIED TO USE THE MADE IN GUYANA MARK MESSAGE GNBS CELEBRATES EMANCIPATION DAY CONTRACT SIGNED FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW LABORATORY FACILITY SS NATURAL FRUIT FLAVOURED INC. ACQUIRES MADE IN GUYANA MARK GUYANA THERMOPLASTICS LIMITED RE CERTIFIED TO GYS 107:2021 AND GYS 99:2021 STANDARDS GUYANA WATER INCORPORATED LABORATORY GETS RE CERTIFIED TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE GYS 170 STANDARD RISK MANAGEMENT TRAINING COURSE 01 03 05 06 07 10 11 12 13 15 16 17 18 19 22 24 25 26 27 20
To celebrate, staff dressed in the colours of the CARICOM Flag and took photos to post on our social media platforms.
The GNBS is extremely proud to be a part of CROSQ which has proven to be a reliable regional network of National Standards Bodies across member-states.
An article was also published in the GNBS in Focus Column of the Kaieteur Newspaper focusing on the benefits of CROSQ.
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GNBS celebrates CROSQ on CARICOM Day 2022
The GNBS on Monday, July 04, 2022, joined in celebrating the 49th anniversary of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
One of the key organisations within the regional framework is the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ), which was established to promote efficiency and the competitive production of goods and services
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AIP the National Metrology Centre of Panama, titled ‘Introduction to the metrological verification of electricity meters’.
Topics covered included the importance of energy measurement, electric energy meters and metrological verification service for meters.
The new piece of equipment was recently acquired from ZERA India, which facilitated a practical training with employees from the Bureau and Guyana Power & Light Inc (GPL)
The practical training was preceded by a four day theoretical session hosted during the period July 05 08, 2022 by CENAMEP
This is made possible with the acquisition of a modern Electricity test bench capable of verifying five (5) meters simultaneously.
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GNBS INCREASES CAPACITY TO VERIFY ELECTRICITY METERS
The GNBS has increased its capacity to verify electricity meters in a more efficient manner.
Our Office Flat 15 Exhibition Complex, Sophia Georgetown, Guyana Contact Us Call: +592 219 0064/65/66 WhatsApp: +592 692 GNBS(4627) Find Us Online www.gnbsgy.org Follow Us MOBILE STAMPING EXERCISE COMMENCES FOR
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On July 12, the GNBS commenced the Mobile Stamping of scales, masses and measures in the marketplaces across the country an exercise which is done twice yearly by Legal Metrology Inspectors of the GNBS Main and Sub offices and Weights and Measures Officers within the Administrative Regions.
In trade, consumers rely on a system of measurement to ensure that accurate quantities of goods are provided to them, and the GNBS as the National Metrology Institute works to ensure traceable measurement services.
Metro Office and Computer Supplies, on the evening of Tuesday, July 12, 2022, was presented with its ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems Certificate by the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), under the 11th EDF EPA Programme.
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The GNBS played an integral role in realizing this outstanding achievement by Metro, which is now the newest internationally Certified Company in Guyana
In attendance at ceremony were representatives of the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ), the National Certification Body of Jamaica (NCBJ), Caribbean Forum (CARIFORUM), the European Union, the GNBS, the National Standards Council (virtually), Staff of Metro Office and Computer Supplies, and special invitees from the Private Sector
Speaking on behalf of the GNBS and the Ministry of Tourism Industry and Commerce, Executive Director (Ag) of the Bureau, Ms. Ramrattie Karan stated, “Choosing the path of Standardisation, let alone, the certification to the International Standard that focuses on quality management is a clear message that this company (Metro) wants sustainability to be in business for many years to come ”
The presentation occurred at a handover ceremony held at the Grand Coastal Hotel, East Coast Demerara.
The Bureau, during 2021 worked with the Metro Team providing Technical Assistance towards the implementation of the Quality Management System requirements.
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THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDING EXPO
As we seek to address the needs of our stakeholders, the GNBS from July 22 26 established a booth at the International Building Expo 2022 which was hosted under the theme “A new frontier for building a One Guyana.” The exciting Building Exposition saw participation from over 300 exhibitors.
The Marketing, Communications and Business Development teams were able to interact with several contractors, engineers, manufacturers, and homeowners who visited the Bureau’s booth during the period
The GNBS has available several standards relating to the Construction Sector.
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MANUFACTURER OF SANITATION DISINFECTANT CHAMBERS
CERTIFIED TO USE THE MADE IN GUYANA MARK
The GNBS presented Global Stars International Imports and Exports with the certificate of approval to use the Made in Guyana Standards Mark on its Sanitation Disinfectant Chamber. The Handing Over Ceremony took place at the International Building Expo bring the total to six (6) Guyanese Company Certified to Use the GNBS Made in Guyana Certification Mark. The Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Hon. Oneidge Walrond presented the certificate to the Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of the company, Mr. Bishan Ganpat and Ms. Kameel Klass, respectively. Also in attendance were the GNBS Executive Director (Ag), Ms Ramrattie Karan and Technical Officers, Mr. Keon Rankin and Ms. Yan Yi Zhu and Executive Director of Guyana Manufacturing & Services Association Ltd, Mr Nizam Hassan
Both certifications are valid for 1 year and the GNBS will conduct surveillance visits to ensure the approved quality is maintained through the period of certification in keeping with the respective terms and conditions
On July 29, the GNBS presented two certificates to KSM Investments Inc for being the first company in the construction sector to use the Made in Guyana Standards Mark on its concrete hollow blocks, vent blocks and pavers
The blocks were certified for meeting the compressive strength and water absorption in accordance with the Guyana Standard Specification for Load Bearing Masonry Concrete Units (GYS 215:2018).
Additionally, under the GNBS Product Certification Programme, KSM Investments Inc was also permitted to use the National Standards Mark on its various sizes of Concrete Hollow Blocks.
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The GFSA is the designated authori responsible for protecting the health an wellbeing of consumers in Guyana.
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Lethem, Region #9
This training was done by Officers of our Business Development Department in Lethem, Region Nine (9) with a total twenty nine (29) participants.
Participants were taught the requirements f ensuring food safety in their job.
The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) from August 08 10 conducted a training programme on Food Safety Prerequisites with officers of the Guyana Food Safety Authority (GFSA).
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Ensure items are labelled in English Know your preferred brands Collect receipts Choose your shoe size based on the size of your larger foot Buy suitable shoes When buying shoes ensure you take a few steps across a solid surface since carpets tend to make any shoe feel comfortable Inspect sewn garments for loose stitches Here are some things to consider when shopping for the items above: GNBS IN FOCUS
The GNBS monitors seventeen categories of products, including footwear, garments, laptops, tablets, and cellular phones which are all used by students, pupils and teachers.
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These items are inspected by inspectors of our Product Compliance Department and in the month of August, the GNBS Corporate Communications Department partnered with the Department of Consumer Affairs to share those tips.
Internal Auditing of ISO Management Systems Training conducted by GNBS
Internal Audits determine status of a company’s Qua Management System and t training course helped participa acquire the tools to execute an effective audit process, write intelligible and accurate nonconformity statements and assess the significance of the findings and prepare the audit report.
Officers of our Busin Development Departm facilitated a three-day train course on Internal Auditing of I Management Systems from Aug 16 18, 2022.
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Understanding the Requirements of ISO
Understanding the Requirements of ISO 9001:2015 course allowed participants to understand the intent of the ISO 9001 standard, what needs to be done to build an ISO 9001:2015 system, upgrading the current systems or integrating it with another management system, benefits of implementing the quality management system and the application of the requirements to a typical business environment.
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Officers of our Business Development Team conducted a three day training course on Understanding the Requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Standard.
Technical Officers of the GNBS Business Development Department conducted a Risk Management Training Course on August 23 24 for twenty participants from local companies.
The Training Course is expected to help with the implementation of risk management methods and techniques to minimize the impact of risks.
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Risk Management Training Course
During the course, participants were taught the principles of Risk Management, how to design, implement, monitor & review and continually improve the Risk Management Framework, and the Risk Management Process which included Identification, Analysis, Evaluation and Treatment of Risks
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The coconut industry is an expanding business in the Pomeroon. Pomeroon Oil Mill Inc. was granted certification to use the prestigious mark on its Golden Brook Coconut Oil and its JUV Fragrance Oil.
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The Made in Guyana Standards Mark is a registered mark that aims to provide recognition to locally manufactured products on the local and international markets and is a signature of quality for authentic Guyanese Products
Executive Director (Ag) at the GNBS Ms. Ramrattie Karan lauded both companies for meeting the quality requirements of the programme She added that they will enjoy a competitive advantage in the local and international markets.
The second company to receive certification Henvil Farm is located at Malbrough, Lower Pomeroon River. Henvil Farm was established in 2011 and produces bottled coconut water which it also packages for other companies
The Certification is valid for 1 year and the GNBS will conduct surveillance visits to ensure the approved quality is maintained through the certification period in keeping with the respective terms and conditions.
The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) on Thursday, August 18, 2022, certified two companies in Region Two (Pomeroon – Supenaam) under its Made in Guyana Certification Mark Programme. The companies namely: Pomeroon Oil Mill Inc and Henvil Farm received their certificates to use the Made in Guyana Standards Mark on their locally manufactured products.
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“Construction of the New Laboratory Facility for the GNBS. The new lab facility will be located in the Sophia Exhibition Complex
Construction of this new state of the art facility, will equip the GNBS with international standard laboratory facilities to assure reliability and provide adequate space to perform tests for consumer protection and certifying production standards Additionally, the facility will allow for increased calibration capacity for temperature, moisture, pressure, force, volume and electricity; adequate equipment and the ability to maintain its ISO accreditation; and sufficiently trained staff to perform tests and calibrations.
The Government of Guyana, with support from the Inter American Development Bank has ensured that this project which is expected to be completed within the next 18 months,
The GNBS congratulates SS Natural Fruit Flavoured Inc for achieving the rights to use the GNBS Approved Made in Guyana Standards Mark for its fruit flavoured BBQ sauces.
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The certificate was presented to the company on August 26. The Made in Guyana Standards Mark is a registered mark that aims to provide recognition to locally manufactured products on the local and international markets and is a signature of quality for authentic Guyanese P
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GNBS IN FOCUS 26 Guyana Thermoplastics Limited re-certified to the requirements of the GYS 107:2021 and GYS 99:2021 Standards
Guyana Water Incorporated Laboratory welcomed the re-certification and is committed to meeting the requirements of the updated Standard (GYS 170:2021).
Certified laboratories ensure that customers receive accurate and reliable results whenever their services are utilized
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Guyana Water Incorporated Laborat gets re-certified to th requirements of the G 170 Standard.
Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) Laboratory was re certified by the GNBS to the requirements of the Guyana Standard GYS 170:2009: General Requirements for the Operations of a Laboratory The certificate was presented to the utility company’s laboratory on August 31.
At the certification ceremony, the Head of Water Quality (Ag), Avinash Parsram signaled the laboratory’s intention to expand the scope of certification to include wastewater testing.
