With the current Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) outbreak, keeping yourself and just about everything else sanitized and virus-free is of utmost importance. Fortunately, using a bleach solution is one way to disinfect areas contaminated with COVID-19. Liquid Chlorine Bleach can be used as an effective disinfectant and sanitizer against hazards...
For Public Comment: Draft Compulsory Standard for Laundry Detergents
We invite you to share your views on the draft compulsory National Standard for Laundry Detergents. TTCS 7:20XX, Laundry detergents – Compulsory requirements Click here to read draft standard Click here to submit comments on the draft standard Extended Closing Date for Comments: 30th June, 2020.
General Household and Automotive Cleaning Chemicals
In light of the serious threats posed by the Covid-19 virus, the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) is committed to safeguarding public and industrial welfare, health and safety and protection of the environment. TTBS has the responsibility under its mandate outlined in the Standards Act No. 18 of...
TTBS’ Risk Mitigation Measures – Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
The Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) has taken a number of measures to mitigate the potential impact of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) on its employees’ safety, health and well-being and, by extension, the general public. As part of these measures, TTBS has adjusted its regulatory activities.
For Public Comment: Draft Regional Standards for the Tourism Industry
We invite you to share your views on the proposed Draft Regional Standards for the Tourism Industry. Extended Closing Date for Comments: June 22nd, 2020. DCRS 66 – Environmental management systems for the tourism industry Click here to read draft standard Click here to submit comments on the draft standard...
Public Notice: TTBS Electronic Payment Services
In an effort to minimise the spread of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and in keeping with the guidelines and protocols established by the Ministry of Health and the international health organisations, effective immediately, the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) and its subsidiary Premier Quality Services Limited (PQSL)...
National Standardization Strategy (NSS)
What is the NSS? The NSS outlines the goals and objectives of the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) as it pertains to standards development, for the period 2019 to 2022. This standards framework is key to facilitating global trade and economic diversification. The use of the NSS ensures...
Stakeholder Consultation: Proposed Compulsory Standard on Laundry Detergents
Click here to download the draft national standard for laundry detergents, TTCS 7:20XX, Laundry detergent – Compulsory requirements.
TTBS partners with Ministry of Planning and Development to Minimize Harmful Effects to the Ozone Layer
Trinidad and Tobago has been implementing the Montreal Protocol on the phase out of substances which have been found to be damaging to the ozone layer, a natural shield which protects life on earth from harmful ultra violet rays. More below.