Chapter III: National metrology and testing laboratory

The metrology and testing laboratory is a national public establishment of an industrial and commercial nature. The laboratory is responsible for carrying out all studies, research, consultancy, expert appraisal, testing, inspection and all technical assistance services that are useful for protecting and informing consumers or improving product quality. This work and studies may relate to metrology, manufacturing techniques and the qualification of industrial products, processed non-food agricultural products and capital…

The establishment is administered by a board comprising representatives of the administration, industrial activities, consumer protection associations, the establishment’s staff and qualified personalities.A decree in the Council of State specifies the establishment’s organisational and operational procedures.