NLA -- The National Laboratory Association oversees the interests of the large number of laboratories in South Africa. This includes the measuring, testing, calibration, verification and other bodies, as well as laboratories which operate in well-defined areas of Research and Development in the natural and applied sciences. Website at www.nla.org.za
SANAS -- The South African National Accreditation System is recognised by the South African Government as the single National Accreditation Body that gives formal recognition that Laboratories, Certification Bodies, Inspection Bodies, Proficiency Testing Scheme Providers and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) test facilities are competent to carry out specific tasks. Website at www.sanas.co.za
For our Certificate of Competency refer to our page Accreditation Certificate.
ILAC - The International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation is an international cooperation of laboratory and inspection accreditation bodies. Website at www.ilac.org
SACI -- The South African Chemical Institute advances the science and practice of chemistry in South Africa, as well as promoting and upholding the status of the profession of chemistry. Website at www.saci.co.za
SACNASP -- The primary function of the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions is to protect the public interest in relation to the work of registered Professional Natural Scientists, e.g. safeguard public health and safety from adverse consequences of natural science activity. Website at www.sacnasp.org.za
DCCI -- The Durban Chamber of Commerce and Industry is a world-class Business Chamber and a united voice of business in Ethekwini / Durban, South Africa. Website at www.durbanchamber.co.za/
RSC -- The Royal Society of Chemistry is the largest organisation in Europe for advancing the chemical sciences. Supported by a worldwide network of members and an international publishing business. Website at www.rsc.org/
SAAFoST -- The South African Association for Food Science and Technology is the Association for Food Scientists, Technologists and other Professionals serving the food and allied industries in South Africa. Website at www.saafost.org.za
MISSION STATEMENT
To be the leading accredited independent commercial chemical and microbiological testing laboratory, as well as a professional scientific consultancy, in the country, with world wide reputation for professionalism and client/customer confidentiality.
To achieve this mission, and to remain a profitable venture for the shareholders of the Company. The Management and Staff are committed to providing the highest quality service to a strict Code of Ethics as laid down by the relevant professional societies, and to comply with the international quality standards ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001, as amended from time to time.
To promote and encourage, in whatsoever way possible, the conservation of a clean environment for all our peoples and a commitment to the preservation of our wildlife.
Authorised and signed by Executive Management on this 6th day of July 2004
Vic Soffiantini, CEO
Amended: 2nd February 2021
HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICY
Management and all employees are committed to the objective of promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy working environment for all concerned. Safety is everyone's responsibility.
To achieve this objective, the requirements of the latest amendment of the OSHA Act (Act No 181 of 1993) and the recommendations by a government inspector, are fully implemented, monitored and observed.
The identified risks and hazards facing employees include toxic substances, pathogenic microorganisms, flammable liquids, acid burns and electric shock.
Management will ensure that all employees are aware of these hazards and are trained internally by their relevant line manager, in the correct usage of such substances and equipment.
Training of staff is continuous and an integral part of the Company's policies.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Safety Charts are displayed depicting the hazardous substances and their First Aid procedures and disposable of any spillages.
The Company, where reasonably requested by staff, will provide personal protective equipment to ensure personal safety at all times.
All persons, regardless of positions in the Company, are to bring to attention of management or their elected Safety Representative, of any potential hazards which might occur and which need to be remedied.
Authorised and signed by Executive Management and Saftey Officer on this 2nd day of February 2021.
VA Soffiantini, CEO
Cindy Lewis
Health and Safety Officer