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Dominica’s Compliance with International Standards: DBOS at the Forefront

The Dominica Bureau of Standards (DBOS) has been at the forefront of promoting and encouraging standardization in relation to commodities, processes, and practices in Dominica. As a statutory body under the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Business and Export Development, the DBOS is committed to ensuring that goods and services produced and used in the country meet international standards.

Key Activities

  • Providing technical support to diverse groups of industries, including food safety, good manufacturing practices, and more
  • Facilitating the development of standards, specifications, and codes for goods, services, practices, and processes produced and/or used in Dominica
  • Collaborating with regional and international organizations such as CROSQ, ASTM International, CARIMET, SIM, IEC, and ISO to ensure compliance with international standards

International Cooperation

  • Working collaboratively with regional and international organizations to ensure compliance with international standards
  • Aligning key programs with the national strategy for economic and social development and climate resilience, as well as global sustainable development goals

National Enquiry Point for WTO-TBT

  • Handling all enquiries regarding standards, technical regulations, and conformity assessment procedures that may affect international trade
  • Serving as a National Contact Point for Codex-Alimentarius/Food Standards

Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) Authority

  • Playing a key role in ensuring prompt reports, declarations, and participation in relevant training, workshops, seminars, and meetings

Core Values

  • Quality and continuous advancement
  • Integrity and ethics
  • Confidentiality
  • Impartiality
  • Transparency
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork and integration
  • Employee empowerment
  • Partnership/stakeholder commitment

Mission and Vision

As the National Standards Body and Metrology authority, the DBOS is committed to promoting quality, standardization, and metrology for the enhancement of the economy of Dominica and the quality of life of its citizens. With a mission to improve the global competitiveness of Dominican goods and services and enhance the overall quality of life of the citizenry, the DBOS continues to play a vital role in ensuring compliance with international standards.