Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (Qeeri), part of Hamad Bin Khalifa University, has been awarded certification for its Integrated Management System (IMS) under the ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 standards.
The achievement follows an extensive auditing process done by Intertek, a total quality assurance provider to industries worldwide, according to a statement.
The certification covers Qeeri’s provision of research, development, and innovation services by each of its centres and departments, including the Energy Center, Water Center, Environment & Sustainability Center, Corrosion Center, Natural & Environmental Hazards Observatory, Earth Science Program, as well as its facilities, including the Core Labs, Outdoor Test Facility, and Solar Monitoring Stations.
ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 are the most internationally recognised standards for Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) management systems. They create a framework that helps organisations ensure that the highest standards for QHSE and accountability are maintained across the various functions, through integrated and standardized policies and procedures.
Dr Marc Vermeersch, executive director, Qeeri, said: “The ISO certification reiterates that all of our processes and procedures have been designed with health, safety and quality as the top priority.”
Dr Muhammed Akmal Rana, quality management director, Qeeri, added: “This certification showcases our commitment to providing a healthy and safe working environment for our employees and all visitors.”
Dr Sridhar Kasthuri, area manager of business assurance at Intertek Qatar, recalled Qeeri demonstrated a high commitment across the board from all the employees, as well as the leadership team.”
The certification covers Qeeri’s provision of research, development, and innovation services by each of its centres and departments, including the Energy Center, Water Center, Environment & Sustainability Center, Corrosion Center, Natural & Environmental Hazards Observatory, Earth Science Program, as well as its facilities, including the Core Labs, Outdoor Test Facility, and Solar Monitoring Stations.
ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 are the most internationally recognised standards for Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE) management systems. They create a framework that helps organisations ensure that the highest standards for QHSE and accountability are maintained across the various functions, through integrated and standardized policies and procedures.
Dr Marc Vermeersch, executive director, Qeeri, said: “The ISO certification reiterates that all of our processes and procedures have been designed with health, safety and quality as the top priority.”
Dr Muhammed Akmal Rana, quality management director, Qeeri, added: “This certification showcases our commitment to providing a healthy and safe working environment for our employees and all visitors.”
Dr Sridhar Kasthuri, area manager of business assurance at Intertek Qatar, recalled Qeeri demonstrated a high commitment across the board from all the employees, as well as the leadership team.”
