Alison Gajadhar-Foster CQI affiliate Management systems consultant and Chairperson of the Saint Lucia National Accreditation Council “Once you adopt a systems approach to solving problems, you quickly realise no one person has all the skills needed to provide solutions” What was your journey into quality? While doing a post-doctoral fellowship in chemistry at Durham University
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List of authorized Laboratories In accordance with Article 5 of the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement (TFA), this section presents a list of laboratories authorized to carry out designated tests. This initiative supports transparency and accessibility for importers and stakeholders. Product Type Name Address Telephone Number Email Website Accreditation Body Scope of Accreditation Prepackaged Water
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Evaluation of New Work Item Proposal for Livestock Feed The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards [SLBS] is mandated to develop, promote and implement standards in Saint Lucia with the aim of protecting the environment and the health and safety of consumers as well as the promotion of industrial efficiency and national development. SLBS has received
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Indoor Air Quality What Are the Health Effects of Poor Indoor Air Quality? Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) can affect your health in many ways, from mild discomfort to serious long-term conditions. Common indoor pollutants such as smoke, mold, vapors, and chemicals found in paints, furniture, and cleaning products can all have an impact on
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SLBS Compliance Fees The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) now makes its existing fee structure publicly accessible, in line with Section 6.1 of the World Trade Organization’s Trade Facilitation Agreement. Outlined below are the applicable fees for our compliance services. Fee Name Service Fee Electrical Inspection Fee-EIF (Testing Fee) New Appliances $40/unit
World Accreditation Day World Accreditation Day 2025 was observed on June 9th. This year’s theme; “Accreditation: Empowering Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)”. The day is a global initiative established by ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) and IAF (International Accreditation Forum) to promote the value of accreditation. Accreditation is a procedure by which an authoritative body
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Coconut Water & Street Vending The Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) is the organization dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of Saint Lucia. SLBS plays a crucial role in establishing and enforcing standards to ensure safety and compliance across various sectors. Our commitment to protecting both consumers and businesses remains unwavering. In this regard, we
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World Metrology Day 2025 Metrology is the science of measurement, and the Saint Lucia Bureau of Standards (SLBS) joins the rest of the world in observing World Metrology Day on May 20th. The theme for World Metrology Day 2025 is “Measurements for all times, for all people;” chosen to highlight the importance of measurements in
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Regulation of Saint Lucia’s Beauty and Wellness Industry It may not be widely known, but Saint Lucia’s beauty and wellness industry is regulated by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs- Environmental Health Division, under the Public Health Act—specifically the Barber and Body Art Facility Regulations. These regulations are further supported by the Saint
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