You are cordially invited to attend the Virtual Awareness Session on the Uncertainty of Measurement.

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• TTS/ISO 20700:20XX, Guidelines for management consultancy services

Members of the public are invited to review and provide feedback on the draft standard.

• TTS/ISO 20700:20XX, Guidelines for management consultancy services –  https://tinyurl.com/PCTTSISO20700  (Read-only access)

Comments can be submitted using the comment form in MS Word – https://tinyurl.com/MCSCommentform and emailed to nkechi.williams@ttbs.org.tt.

DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS: 11^th August, 2024

For further information, please contact Ms Nkechi Williams at nkechi.williams@ttbs.org.tt   or 662-8827 ext. 2047.

Macoya, Trinidad and Tobago – May 20^th, 2024

In a significant event that underscores the critical role of metrology in fostering a sustainable future, Trinidad and Tobago marked World Metrology Day 2024 with a comprehensive National Symposium. Held on 20^th May, 2024 at the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards (TTBS) Auditorium at 1-2 Century Drive, Macoya, the symposium featured panel discussions and speeches from key stakeholders, emphasizing this year’s theme: “We Measure Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow.”

World Metrology Day recognizes and celebrates the contribution of all the people that work in intergovernmental and national organizations throughout the year. The celebration coincides with UNESCO’s official recognition of May 20th as an International Day, further highlighting the importance of metrology globally.

Consumer Protection

Representing the Ministry of Trade and Industry, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ms. Ava Mahabir-Dass delivered the feature address on behalf of Trade Minister, Senator the Honourable Paula Gopee-Scoon. Ms. Mahabir-Dass highlighted the crucial work of the TTBS’ Legal Metrology Inspectorate (the LMI) in building consumer confidence through accurate measurements. She noted that the goal of the Government is to achieve 100% verification of all measuring devices used in trade

“The Bureau has been working assiduously to verify various measurement devices such as fuel dispensers at service stations, airport scales, as well as the scales at the Trinidad and Tobago Postal Corporation (TTPOST). You will be relieved to know that all these devices have consistently achieved 100% compliance.

With regard to market scale verification activities, the TTBS has made significant progress in this area. Last year, all markets under the National Agricultural Marketing and Development Corporation (NAMDEVCO) were included in the LMI cycle for verifications and a high compliance rate was achieved. In addition to continuous verification and monitoring across all municipal markets in Trinidad, the LMI is now utilising the new TTBS Tobago Sub-Office that was opened in March 2024 to bring these critical services to the sister-isle on a consistent basis.”

Celebrating TTBS’s 50th Anniversary

A significant highlight of the event was the celebration of TTBS’s upcoming 50th anniversary on July 8^th, 2024. While delivering his remarks, the Executive Director of TTBS, Mr Jose E. Trejo reflected on the Bureau’s achievements over the past five decades, including advancements in the National Measurement System and the modernization of the Metrology and Standards Act. These reforms aim to enhance the technical capacities of the country, facilitate export competitiveness, and protect national health, safety, and the environment.

Mr Trejo further detailed TTBS’ ongoing efforts to enhance the National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) of Trinidad and Tobago. He outlined significant achievements, including the recognition by the Bureau of International Weights and Measures (BIPM) for the Calibration and Measurement Capability for Mass in 2021.

Looking Ahead

TTBS Chairman, Mr Lawford Dupres expressed optimism for the future, emphasizing the Bureau’s commitment to precision, excellence, and sustainability in metrology. “Let us remember that behind every measurement lies a story of evolution, of innovation, and of hope for a better tomorrow,” he remarked. The event concluded with a reaffirmation of TTBS’s dedication to advancing metrology for the benefit of Trinidad and Tobago and the global community.

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A Warm Welcome: Deputy Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Ms. Ava Mahabir-Dass, Ministry of Trade and Industry,is greeted by Ms. Erica Caruth, Manager Metrology Division, TTBS

1st Panel Discussion: Former TTBS Executive Director, Mr. Theodore Reddock (center) discusses “measurement impacting business strategy” with (L-R); Dr Terry Mohammed, Deputy Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, UWI, Ms. Lydia Lee Chong, Process Manager, Phoenix Gas Processors Ltd, Mr. Rajiv Diptee, President, Supermarkets Association of T&T and Dr Ayana Sebro, Public Health Specialist.

2nd Panel Discussion: Current TTBS Executive Director, Mr. Jose Trejo (center) moderates a discussion on “measurement informing a sustainable future” with (L-R); Dr Darin Sukha, Research Fellow, Cocoa Research Center, Ms. Ayasha Nickie, Director, Downstream Petroleum Management Division (MEEI), Ms. Joy Francis, Team Lead, TTMA and Mr. Farz Khan, Director, Chemistry Food and Drugs Division.

http://tinyurl.com/TTBS-NSS-Survey

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