QCC supports private sector CABs with various services designed to raise the quality of the local technical infrastructure in Abu Dhabi. The portfolio of services for CABS will be deployed throughout 2011-2012.

Standards Enquiry
QCC provides an up-to-date source of information on UAE and Abu Dhabi standards used by regulators across Abu Dhabi Emirate. This service benefits regulators by providing access to standards expertise and a resource for identifying and mandating technical regulations in the Emirate.

Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) Search and Selection
QCC enables regulators through provision of expert resource for identifying and selecting conformity assessment bodies (CABs). QCC designates local and international CABs to fulfill the requirements of Abu Dhabi’s regulators and industry in areas where local capacity does not meet demand.

Measurement Standards and Calibration
QCC is the authority responsible for operating the Abu Dhabi Metrology Centre, positioned as the highest source of measurement in the region. The Abu Dhabi Metrology Centre will support industry and regulators through provision of metrology reference in mass, length, time, force, pressure and temperature. The Metrology Centre will be launched in 2012.

Accreditation and Capability Development
QCC is focused on developing conformity related capabilities in Abu Dhabi’s regulatory and industrial communities. QCC supports regulators through development of the Emirate’s Quality Infrastructure; raising the capabilities of regulators and local CABs through consultation and information services – the QCC is not an accrediting body and supports the accreditation authority ESMA/ENAS as required in Abu Dhabi.

Conformity Marks
QCC operates conformity mark issuance through Abu Dhabi’s quality infrastructure of testing laboratories and certification bodies; providing a service to issue certifications and marks for conforming products, systems and personnel - on behalf of regulators and industry.

Safety Mark Services
QCC is the responsible authority in the Emirate for implementing the consumer safety program including designation of CABs for safety mark issuance. QCC undertakes market surveillance to ensure ongoing safety standards compliance and works with relevant authorities to enforce the consumer safety program.