Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority functions and authorities standards

Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA)

  • Functions and Authorities

  • Presented by Dr. Bakhsh, an academic in public health and disaster preparedness.

Overview

  • PSQCA is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology of Pakistan.

  • Its main objective is to regulate and enforce quality standards throughout Pakistan.

Historical Background

  • Established by the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority Act, 1996.

  • As of February 16, 2022, the head office was relocated to Islamabad from Karachi.

Organizational Structure

  • Head Office Location: Islamabad

  • Website: psqca.com.pk

  • Leadership:

    • Federal Minister: Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqi

    • Director General: Mr. Taufique Ali Abbasi

Key Functions and Objectives

Standards Development

  • Develops quality standards for various sectors in Pakistan.

  • Aligns national standards with international standards through stakeholder engagement.

Certification Services

  • Provides ISO certification for quality management systems, ensuring organizations meet quality standards.

  • Certified ISO standards:

    1. ISO 9001 (Quality Management System)

    2. ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)

    3. ISO 22000/HACCP (Food Safety Management System)

    4. ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System)

    5. ISO 22716 (Good Manufacturing Practices for Cosmetics)

    6. Halal Food Certification based on Pakistani standards.

Quality Control Center

  • Multifunctional testing laboratories providing:

    • Food Testing

    • Materials Testing

    • Microbiology Testing

    • Water Testing

Technical Services Centre (TSC)

  • Supports metal and metallurgical industries.

  • Services provided include:

    • Product Development & Process Improvement

    • Quality Control & Assurance

    • Non-Destructive Testing

    • Technical Audits & Certification

Consumer Protection

  • Ensures that products and services comply with safety and quality standards to protect consumer interests.

Research and Development

  • Engages in R&D to advance quality assurance practices and standards.

International Engagement

  • Participates in international standardization efforts to align national standards with global practices.

Achievements and Memberships

  • Memberships in global organizations, such as:

    • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

    • International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)

    • South Asian Regional Standards Organization (SARSO)

    • Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic Countries (SMIIC)

Mission Statement

  • To be the most recognized certification body globally, enhancing quality, safety, and productivity in various sectors in Pakistan.