10 th European Development Fund (EDF) Programme. Technical Barriers to Trade

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1 10 th European Development Fund (EDF) Programme Technical Barriers to Trade

2 Outline of the Presentation Overview and update of the TBT project Management structure of the TBT project Standardization and legislation component Metrology component Accreditation component Conformity assessment component Awareness, public education and communications component Institutional strengthening component 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 2

3 10 th EDF TBT Overview and Update 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 3

4 Outline Contractual and legal arrangements Financial overview Programme overview Coordination with SPS, Caribbean Export and WIRSPA Next steps 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 4

5 Contractual and Legal Arrangements Financial Agreement (FA) between the CARIFORUM and the EU Agreement signed in March 2012 Grant Contract between EU and PTB Signed n June 2012 MOU between CARIFORUM and PTB Signed n June 2012 MOU between CROSQ, DIGENOR and PTB Signed in July November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 5

6 Programme Overview ismack institutional Strengthening Standards Metrology Accreditation Conformity Assessment Knowledge Sharing and Management 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 6

7 Programme Overview Action line and corresponding activities Operationalise or develop regional frameworks in the areas of A, M, S, C, MS Prepare national and regional QI institutions for international recognition in the areas of M, CA, A Improve the user orientation and promote awareness of QI services 1. Standardisation Operationalise the regional framework for Standardisation 2. Metrology Operationalise the regional framework for Metrology 3. Accreditation Operationalise the regional framework for Accreditation Prepare the NMI for international recognition Prepare the NAB for international recognition Improve the User orientation of standardisation Improve the User relations of the NMI Improve the User orientation of the CCA, NABs and NAFPs 4. Conformity Assessment 5. Awareness, Public Education and Communication 6. Institutional Strengthening 12 November Develop a regional framework for Certification Develop and implement a regional Knowledge Management and Information Management System Strengthen the CROSQ network and implement further regional frameworks (Market Surveillance) Prepare the CABs (Certification Bodies, laboratories, etc.) for international recognition Improve the user orientation of CABs Raise awareness and promote QIservices Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 7

8 Financial Overview Action lines Total 1. Standardisation 605, Metrology 1,407, Accreditation 563, Conformity Assessment 661, Awareness, Public Education and Communication 1,124, Institutional Strengthening 751, Project Management 1,827, Subtotal direct eligible costs of the Action 6,941, Provision of contingency (5%) 347, Total direct eligible costs 7,288, Administrative costs (7%) 510, Total eligible costs 7,798, November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 8

9 Coordination with SPS, Caribbean Export and WIRSPA SPS IICA and CAHFSA participation in CODEX, strengthening of regional laboratories, fisheries Caribbean Export CROSQ assists in the development of standards for services WIRSPA CROSQ has developed specification for rum 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 9

10 Achievements to Date Project Manager (PTB) appointed, and PTB s PC and PA recruited DIGENOR s PC and PA recruited 1 st TOC meeting held Project Launch Opening of Bank Accounts and 1 st drawdown (intransit) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 10

11 Next Steps Recruit Project Coordinator and other staff to be hired under project (almost completed) Convene TIG Planning Meeting for all thematic areas (1-30 November 2012) PIU overall project planning meeting for CY 2013 (19-23 November 2012) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 11

12 Next Steps (Cont d) Slogan Competition selection Finalize procurement rules and start procurement of laptops and vehicle 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 12

13 10 TH EDF TBT Management Structure 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 13

14 Project Management Structure TIG Metrology TIG Accreditation Technical Oversight Committee (TOC) Project Implementation Unit (PIU) TIG Standardisation TIG Conformity Assessment TIG- Awareness, Public Education and Communication 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 14

15 Technical Oversight Committee 1 st TOC meeting 25 July 2012 (agreement reached on TOR), also Project Launching TOC comprise of representatives from: CROSQ Chair DIGENOR PTB CARIFORM PRIVATE SECTOR (TBD) CARICOM Secretariat (observer) EU delegation (observer) CROSQ CEO (ex-officio) PTB Project Manager (ex-officio) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 15

16 Project Implementation Unit Will be made up of: PTB Project Manager PTB Project Coordinator CROSQ Secretariat Project Coordinator DIGENOR Project Coordinator CROSQ, DIGENOR and PTB Project Assistants 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 16

17 PIU (cont.) As well as: CROSQ Information Technology Assistant ) CROSQ Accounts Assistant DIGENOR Accounts Assistant Technical Officers (TOA, TOM, TOS) Legal Officer CROSQ Information Systems Officer CROSQ Finance and Operations Manager 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 17

18 Technical Implementation Groups (TIGs) TIG Metrology TIG Accreditation TIG Standardisation TIG Conformity Assessment TIG Awareness, Public Education and Communication 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 18

19 TIGs (cont.) Composition: CARIMET for Metrology TMC for Standardisation RIN for Awareness, Public Education and Communication TIG for Conformity Assessment CCA (NABs/NAFPs) for Accreditation NSBs including DIGENOR not represented on those committees will also be represented on the TIGs 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 19

20 Component 1 Standardization and Legislation 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 20

21 Objective of the Action Improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the regional standards development / harmonisation process 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 21

22 Activities 1.1 Operationalise the regional framework for Standardisation - 482, Establishment of a Regional Policy and Legislation Strengthening the national coordination units for technical regulation development in accordance to WTO-TBT Enhancing participation in regional (COPANT) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 22

23 Activities (cont.) Review existing CARICOM Standards 5 years and older Support harmonisation of standards between CARICOM and Dominican Republic based on trade Facilitate regional technical exchange and cooperation in standardisation 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 23

24 Activities (cont.) 1.2 Improve the user orientation of standardisation - 122,700 Develop and maximize the use of regional standards 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 24

25 Component 2 Metrology 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 25

26 National Regional Overall Development Plan Develop CARLs in 2 New Quantities Internships Equipment Consultancy QMS Development* Inter- Laboratory Comparison Develop 2 Quantities at all NSBs Workshops Internships Equipment Consultancy QMS Development 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 26

27 Development of CARLs Two-week internships outside the region for 2 metrologists from each CARL 2 one-week consultancies for each CARL Equipment purchase valued at 75,000 One CARL will be the pilot laboratory for regional inter-laboratory comparison 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 27

28 Development of NSBs One regional workshop for each new quantity being developed Internship for 1 metrologist from each NSB Equipment purchase valued at 40,000 One regional QMS workshop QMS consultancy for each NSB 2 User Relations workshops 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 28

29 Component 3 Accreditation 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 29

30 Objectivies 3.1 Operationalise the regional framework for Accreditation (CCA) 3.2 Prepare NABs for international recognition 3.3 Improve the user orientation of CCA, NABs and NAFPs 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 30

31 Operationalise the CCA Development of operational procedures of CCA Capacity Building of NABs and NAFPs Development of the CCA symbol (logo) Development of Accreditation database Facilitate regional exchange and cooperation in accreditation 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 31

32 Prepare NABs for International Recognition Training of NABs Internships (2x2 NABs) Manuals, periodicals Consultancy for NABs Consultancy for each NAB 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 32

33 Improve the User Orientation Workshops (2 times x 3 days x 15 participants) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 33

34 Component 4 Conformity Assessment 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 34

35 Objectives Develop a regional framework for Certification Prepare the CABs (Certification Bodies, Laboratories) for international recognition Improve the user orientation of CABs 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 35

36 Develop a Regional Framework for Certification Demand and supply survey Develop regional certification framework Involvement of CABs in regional certification framework Involvement of stakeholders (including private sector) Facilitate regional technical exchange and cooperation in conformity assessment 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 36

37 Prepare the CABs for International Recognition Determine conformity assessment needs Creation of the Caribbean Associate/Network of Conformity Assessment Bodies and Laboratories Development and implementation of a capacity building programme for CABs with the Association Improve the user orientation of CABs 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 37

38 Component 5 Awareness, Public Education and Communication 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 38

39 Objectives Develop and implement a knowledge management and information system - 689,650 Raise awareness and promote QI - 435, November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 39

40 Development of KMS and IS Develop the information and communication infrastructure Procure necessary ICT equipment for increased productivity and efficiency (NSB level) Software acquisition Establishment of regional enquiry point (includes training) Strengthening of national enquiry points training workshop 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 40

41 Development of KMS and IS Provide access to aid in acquisition, organisation and dissemination of knowledge Physical and virtual library Acquisition of reference materials Development of regional databases Coordinated knowledge management system Establishment of central clearinghouse for standards E-commerce capabilities E-ballotting facility 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 41

42 Development of KMS and IS Creation of secure and supporting enabling environment VPN Conferencing facilities Training (limited) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 42

43 Development of KMS and IS Distribute knowledge through the use of ICT tools and the media Development of e-learning modules training to support development Strengthened relationship with regional media 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 43

44 Development of KMS and IS Development of harmonised regional and national communication policies and procedures One 2-day regional workshop Provide access to aid in acquisition of knowledge through exchange of information and best practices Participation in regional conferences/ seminars/ meetings/ workshop 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 44

45 Raise Awareness and Promote QI Services Implement Marketing and Communication Strategy Production of promotional materials Brand development E-media audience development/management Stakeholder relationship management Strengthen quality culture in the region (1 activity per year for each QI component) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 45

46 Raise Awareness and Promote QI Services Assessment of behavioural change/impact (impact assessment) Assess at the ground level for each component not that activities carried out but impact achieved 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 46

47 Raise Awareness and Promote QI Services Develop and operationalise quality awards programme 3 years under project starting from 2013 Consultancy to develop methodology, etc 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 47

48 Facilitate Regional Exchange and Cooperation in ICT Matters Meeting of RIN/TIG Awareness once a year for 4 years 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 48

49 Component 6 Institutional Strengthening 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 49

50 Area of Focus Strengthen the CROSQ network (total budgeted cost 643,850) Development of a regional framework for market surveillance (total budgeted cost 107,600) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 50

51 Strengthen the CROSQ Network Implementation of ISO 9001 at CROSQ Secretariat ( 37,100) Support to NSBs in implementation of ISO 9001 ( 128,400) Improving the capacity of CROSQ ( 142,300) Immersion and exchanges between DIGENOR and CROSQ ( 24,750) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 51

52 Strengthen (cont.) Short-term expert support for institutional capacity building, especially for the less developed NSBs ( 146,800) Training, travel support and attendance at workshops and conferences ( 64,500) Translation of English to Spanish, if necessary ( 80,000) 12 November 2012 Regional Media Workshop on CARIFORUM-EU Grenada 52

53 Framework for Market Surveillance Analysis of existing Member States systems, regional and international benchmarking and development of a model for the Caribbean ( 36,600) National stakeholder consultations by NSBs ( 15,000) Regional stakeholder consultation ( 56,000) 12 November 2012 CARICOM Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality 53

54 Thank You Winston Bennett Chief Executive Officer CROSQ