The Gambia Standards Bureau is advancing its initiative to align the national electrical sector with international standards. Board Chair Dr. Ernest Aubee announced the bureau has already established 103 electrotechnical standards covering household and industrial applications. He described these standards as vital practical tools for safeguarding lives, property, and investments.
Director General Papa Secka detailed plans to implement an International Electrotechnical Commission conformity assessment system. This new framework, scheduled for introduction next year, will enable product certification without relying on sophisticated local laboratories. The bureau's recent consolidation with the national metrology service was noted as a step to improve operational efficiency.
The meeting, chaired by National Electrotechnical Committee President Ebrima Bouy, included diverse stakeholders from public and private organizations. Participants endorsed the effort, recognizing that proper standard application is essential for safety, consumer protection, and economic development.
Director General Papa Secka detailed plans to implement an International Electrotechnical Commission conformity assessment system. This new framework, scheduled for introduction next year, will enable product certification without relying on sophisticated local laboratories. The bureau's recent consolidation with the national metrology service was noted as a step to improve operational efficiency.
The meeting, chaired by National Electrotechnical Committee President Ebrima Bouy, included diverse stakeholders from public and private organizations. Participants endorsed the effort, recognizing that proper standard application is essential for safety, consumer protection, and economic development.
