Ghana Standards Board

The Ghana Standards Board was established by the Standards Decree, NRCD 173, 1973 with the following aims: To establish and promulgate standards with the object to ensuring high quality of goods produced in Ghana either for the local or export markets. To promote standardisation in industry and commerce. To promote industrial efficiency and develop... ment. To promote standards in public health and industrial welfare, health and safety In the light of the above, the Ghana Standards Board is the National Statutory Body responsible for the quality infrastructure of the Nation embracing Metrology, Standards, Testing and Quality Assurance (MSTQ). A sound quality infrastructure is a necessary condition for the systematic and sustainable development of quality capabilities that will enhance competitiveness of products of local companies on both the Local and International Markets. The mission of the Board therefore is to contribute towards the enhancement of the quality of life of people living in Ghana through the promotion of standardisation. For the purpose of enhancing the competitiveness of Ghanaian products, the Ghana Standards Board undertakes the following activities for industries: Core Activities: Standards Development MetrologyRead More