This hands-on training program is designed to equip businesses with the skills and knowledge they need to implement GMP standards in real-world settings. It is applicable to small kitchens right up to automated manufacturing production floors. Participants gained valuable insights into how to develop safe systems that enhance product quality, minimize defects, and build consumer trust. The training covered essential topics such as pest control, product traceability, and good hygiene practices—key elements in reducing the risk of recalls and ensuring consistent product safety.

By completing the program, all participants received certificates, signaling their readiness to implement GMP in their operations.

Unlock New Markets with GMP Certification

Manufacturers who meet GMP standards are better positioned to access international markets, build stronger customer relationships, and reduce the risk of costly quality and safety issues. By partnering with TTBS, businesses can strengthen their operations and gain a competitive edge in both local and global markets.

Key Benefits of GMP Training with TTBS

• Regulatory Compliance – The GMP training provided by TTBS ensures that manufacturers adhere to both standards and regulations Including standards from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• Improved Product Quality and Safety – By implementing GMP, businesses can significantly reduce the risk of product recalls and quality issues. TTBS’s training empowers manufacturers to develop efficient systems that minimize defects, ensure product consistency, and enhance consumer trust.
• Customized Solutions – TTBS offers tailored training sessions that address the unique needs of each business, ensuring that all processes—from production line management to record-keeping—are optimized for efficiency and quality.
• Certification Opportunities – Beyond training, TTBS offers certification that can further strengthen a company’s reputation and compliance. Achieving GMP certification through TTBS adds significant value to any business, signaling reliability and quality to consumers and regulators alike.

Why Choose TTBS for GMP Training?

With 50 years of experience, TTBS provides not only training but also product certification, systems certifications and audits, to further enhance a company’s reputation and compliance. Earning a GMP certification through TTBS sends a clear signal to consumers and regulators: your business prioritizes quality, reliability, safety, regulatory requirements and consumer expectations.

Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your business with TTBS’s GMP training programs. To learn more or to enroll, contact us at:

certification@ttbs.org.tt
662-8827 ext 2221

Mobile: 773-9178

Let TTBS help you take your business to the next level by ensuring your products meet the highest standards of quality and safety.

From left: Mr. Rodney Ramnath, Manager Certification Division, Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS); Mr. Jose Edwardo Trejo, Executive Director, Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS); Mr. Phillip Robinson, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL); and Mr. Wendell Walker, Director Product Development and Destination Management, Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL)

Scarborough, Tobago – May 8th 2024 – In a significant step towards enhancing the quality and competitiveness of Trinidad and Tobago’s tourism industry, the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) and the Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL) have entered into a three-year Service Level Agreement (SLA) to relaunch the Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Industry Certification (TTTIC) programme on the picturesque island of Tobago.

The signing ceremony, held at the Scarborough Office of TTAL in Tobago, signifies a renewed commitment to excellence in the tourism sector. Under the TTTIC Programme, tourism operators are assessed against national standards, ensuring conformity to regulations, infrastructure, equipment, competence, management, quality, and health and safety protocols.

From left (back): Ms. Yannicka Brown, Standards Officer II, Certification Division, Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS); Mr. Rodney Ramnath, Manager Certification Division, Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS); Mr. Wendell Walker, Director Product Development and Destination Management, Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL); and Ms. Kirsten Cowie-Irvine, Product Development Officer, Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL)
From left (front/seated): Mr. Jose Edwardo Trejo, Executive Director, Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS); and Mr. Phillip Robinson, Interim Chief Executive Officer, Tobago Tourism Agency Limited (TTAL); and

Speaking at the event, Mr. Philip Robinson, Interim Chief Executive Officer of TTAL, underscored the importance of TTTIC for the island’s tourism sector, “The TTTIC programme sets the bar, for the minimum standards of quality tourism operators must achieve and maintain in their operations.”

Mr. Jose Trejo, Executive Director of TTBS, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the programme’s role in standardizing and elevating the quality of tourism offerings; “TTTIC serves as a beacon of assurance to visitors, guaranteeing that legal requirements and quality standards are meticulously upheld.”

The TTTIC Programme aims to achieve several objectives, including improving and standardizing the quality of tourism products and services, increasing visitor confidence, and enhancing the competitiveness of tourism operators in the international arena. Additionally, it provides a framework for sustainability and differentiation of Trinidad and Tobago’s tourism product.

Mr. Trejo emphasized the collaborative nature of the partnership, stating, “Today marks a significant milestone in the realm of tourism excellence as TTBS and TTAL commemorate a renewed partnership. Together, we join hands to build a culture of quality and propel our nation to even greater heights on the global tourism stage.”
With sixty-four certifications issued since 2018 in Tobago, primarily focusing on the accommodation sector, tourism operators are encouraged to embrace the TTTIC programme and strive for excellence in every facet of their operations.

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For further information about the Trinidad and Tobago Tourism Industry Certification programme, please visit the TTBS website at https://gottbs.com/tttic/ OR the TTAL website at https://tobagobeyond.com/corporate/trade-resources/tttic.

TTBS Media Contact
TTBS Certification Division:
TTBS Phone: +1(868) 463-0803, +1 (868) 662-8827 ext. 2221/2225, 2230
Email: tttic@ttbs.org.tt or certification@ttbs.org.tt

TTAL Media Contact
Marketing and Communications Department
Phone: +1(868) 612 8825 ext. 2002
Email: communications@tobagotourism.org

On February 23, 2024 the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) published the Climate Action Amendments to the ISO Management Systems Standards (MSS). These changes were made to support the ISO London Declaration, which commits to combating climate change and contributing to the global climate agenda. The purpose of these changes is to ensure that organizations will consider climate change issues when assessing the organization’s context and the needs of interested parties.

While these changes apply to all management systems standards, this notice addresses TTBS’ certification programmes which currently include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018. The amendments are included in the following international standards which are available at the ISO website or the TTBS Standards Information Centre:

• ISO 9001:2015/Amd 1:2024 Quality management systems – Requirements – Amendment 1: Climate action changes
• ISO 14001:2015/Amd 1:2024 – Environmental management systems – Requirements with guidance for use – Amendment 1: Climate action changes
• ISO 45001:2018/Amd 1:2024 – Occupational health and safety management systems
  Requirements with guidance for use – Amendment 1: Climate action changes

The amendments are as follows:

• 4.1 Understanding the organization and its context.
  Added: The organization shall determine whether climate change is a relevant issue.
• 4.2 Understanding the needs and expectations of interested parties.
  Added: NOTE: Relevant interested parties can have requirements related to climate change.

Please note that amendments are applicable with immediate effect.

TTBS certified clients are expected to determine whether climate change issues are relevant or not and if so, address it accordingly in your management system. To obtain additional details regarding these changes and the comprehensive list of standards included in the joint communiqué, please visit the IAF website at https://iaf.nu/en/news/iaf-and-iso-publish-joint-communique/.

Should you require further information please contact the Certification Division of TTBS at (T) 868 662 8827 Ext 2221 (C) 773-9178 (E) certification@ttbs.org.tt

Official Correspondence

Mr Rodney Ramnath
Manager, Certification Division

Date : Wednesday 27th September, 2023
Time : 10am- 12pm
Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87090852171
Registration closes on Tuesday 26th September, 2023 @1:00pm

Date: April 19th 2023

All stakeholders in the construction industry have been notified that a moratorium period of 62 days has been issued for the enforcement of concrete and clay blocks standards.

The moratorium for the enforcement of the National Compulsory Standards: TTCS 2:2022 Concrete Masonry Units – Compulsory Requirements & TTS 587:2005 Hollow Clay Block Vertical Core – Specifications will begin 18^th April, 2023 and will end on 19^th June, 2023. Enforcement is set to occur from 20^th June, 2023.

By the end of the Moratorium, all blocks under the purview of the standard and offered for sale within Trinidad & Tobago must demonstrate compliance via certification from TTBS.  Failure to comply would result in a breach of the Standards Act (Act No. 18 of 1997) and Standards Regulations (Legal Notice 234 of 2004) and TTBS reserves the right to take all necessary actions on non-compliant products.

The National Standard, TTCS 2:2022 Concrete Masonry Units – Compulsory Requirements applies to concrete masonry units which are manufactured from hydraulic cement, water and mineral aggregates. This standard is based on ASTM C90, Standard Specification for Loadbearing Concrete Masonry Units. It does not apply to autoclaved aerated concrete masonry units.

The National Standard, TTS 587:2005 Hollow Clay Block Vertical Core – Specifications, identifies the requirements for vertical core, hollow building blocks (also called hollow blocks or blocks), made from clay, shale, fire clay, or mixtures thereof, and fired to incipient fusion. This standard covers two grades of hollow blocks that are classified as Grade 1 and Grade 2.

This moratorium and forthcoming enforcement continues to build this country’s National Quality Infrastructure, and forms part of TTBS’ mandate to enforce standards in order to improve the quality and performance of goods produced or used in the country, as well as to ensure industrial welfare, health and safety.

To purchase e-copy of TTS 587:2005 Hollow Clay Block – Vertical Core – Specification please use https://gottbs.com/product/tts-587-2005-hollow-clay-block-vertical-core-specification/

To view or purchase a hard copy of TTS 587:2005 Hollow Clay Block – Vertical Core – Specification, please  visit our Standards Information Centre located 1-2 Century Drive Trinity Industrial Estate Macoya.

For special arrangements, contact Nalini Neranjen at 662-8827 ext 2032 or via email Nalini.nernajen@ttbs.org.tt.

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Register via ZOOM on the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87608509162?pwd=OUpFcVRTbkRqUjNYV1hpK2xpbytqU

Click here for more info on the standard:
http://ttstandards.ttbs.org.tt/stds.php?s=TTS%20587:2005

Date: March 10^th, 2023.

The country’s international trade capacity has been bolstered as the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) has now been validated as a competent provider of auditing and certification services.

This assurance is given following the TTBS’ Certification Division’s award of accreditation to ISO/IEC 17021:2015. This standard outlines the requirements for conformity assessment bodies that undertake auditing and certification of management systems.

On hand to receive the award on behalf of TTBS was Minister of Trade and Industry, the Honorable Paula Gopee-Scoon from the Honorable Aubyn Hill of the Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce, during Jamaica’s Trade Mission to T&T at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Port-of-Spain on 9^th March, 2023.

Minister Gopee-Scoon said, “To help facilitate trade with Jamaica, and ensure that our products maintain high levels of quality and competitiveness, the government has committed to continue providing support under its various trade programmes…For instance, companies would continue to benefit from support to meet the certification and labelling requirements of our partners.”

Also on hand at the presentation ceremony was Jamaica National Agency for Accreditation (JANAAC) CEO, Mrs. Sharonmae Shirley, who noted, “Today’s presentation is a signal achievement for the Caribbean as a region… The Trinidad and Tobago Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has clearly articulated its priority to expand market access and deepen trade with targeted countries and markets of interest. We are confident that the accredited services of the TTBS will redound to the realisation of national trade goals and efforts to boost overall business among trading partners.”

Furthermore, in July of 2022, the Implementation Division earned its re-accreditation having maintained its quality management systems to support inspections at the highest standards of practice. To date, the Implementation Division is one of a few ISO/IEC 17020:2012 accredited Inspection Bodies in the Caribbean.

The significance of this achievement to businesses, regulators and consumers is the assurance which the Division has been providing over the last 6 years to consistently deliver technically competent services and reliable results within the scope of its three inspection schemes, viz:

• Carbon Steel Bars
• Refrigerant Containers
• Used Passenger Tyres

In October 2022, JANAAC approved the recommendation from the Accreditation Evaluation Committee (AEC), to grant this accreditation approval. Funding for accreditation was provided under the CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality’s (CROSQ’s) 11th European Development Fund (EDF) Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Project.

Speaking on the awarding of the accreditation, TTBS Executive Director, Mr. José Trejo, said, “Achieving accreditation for the Certification Division and maintaining accreditation for the Implementation Division are critical for maintaining the highest level of quality and credibility in our services. This accreditation will contribute to the development of the National Quality Infrastructure and by extension the Regional Quality Infrastructure and will benefit Trinidad and Tobago as we continue to develop our economy and build a successful and prosperous society which is based on standards and quality.”

The ISO/IEC 17021 accreditation builds on previously attained awards namely, ISO/IEC 17020 and ISO/IEC 17025 accreditations and certification to ISO 9001:2015.  These achievements affirm the TTBS’ ability to consistently provide internationally recognized quality services and deliver results which meet global technical requirements.

TTBS Certification Division’s accreditation scopes include:

• Mining and Quarrying;
• Pulp, Paper and paper products;
• Printing companies;
• Concrete, cement, lime, plaster, etc.;
• Wholesale and retail trade: Repair of motor vehicles, motorcycles and personal and   household goods and;
• Engineering services.

(L-R): Manager Implementation Division, Gerard Maxwell; JANAAC CEO, Sharomae Shirley; High Commissioner Jamaica, His Excellency Arthur Williams; Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, the Honorable Aubyn Hill; TTBS Chairman, Lawford Dupres; Minister of Trade and Industry, the Honorable Paula Gopee-Scoon; TTBS Executive Director, Jose Trejo and Manager Certification Division, Rodney Ramnath

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For further information, please contact:
Mr Rodney Ramnath, Manager Certification Division, TTBS
Tel:  662-8827 Ext 2220
Email: certification@ttbs.org.tt