Are you a company looking to get certified to international standards?
DARe has introduced an assistance programme wherein its participating companies will receive training and consultancy services to achieve certification for international standards. For more information, you may refer to the Frequently Asked Questions
We have also held a few briefing sessions to introduce this programme to the public and to increase awareness on the importance of international standards. You can view the presentation materials here
This programme runs in batches, with each batch focusing on different types of standards and industries.
Batch 1: Launched September 2018, for HACCP and ISO 22000 certification
Batch 2: Launched December 2018, for GMP and ISO 9001 certification
Batch 3: Launched July 2019, for GMP and ISO 9001 certification
Batch 4: Launched January 2020, for GMP and ISO 9001 certification
Batch 5: Launched June 2020, for ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000 and HACCP certification
To find out when the next batch will be launched, do stay updated by following our Instagram at @darussalamenterprise, or emailing the Market Access team at market.access@dare.gov.bn to notify us of your interest to receive news about the next batch.
Who and what are the different certifications for?
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ISO 9001 (Quality Management System)
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Target industries: All
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Benefits: To improve customer service; to improve internal processes; to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability; to ensure consistent outcome
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ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management System)
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Target industries: All, but esp. Oil & Gas; Construction; Logistics
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Benefits: To meet legal and regulatory requirements; to increase safety and reduce workplace risks/accidents; to increase productivity; to enhance company reputation
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ISO 22000 or HACCP (Food Safety Management System)
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Target industries: F&B; Hotel
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Benefits: To enhance food safety and hygiene; to increase consumer confidence; to boost export opportunities; to comply with regulatory and client requirements
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Why is this programme introduced?
To enable and encourage companies to adopt international standards, which are designed to drive business growth by developing capabilities, improve the business’ processes, improve quality and consistency, increase competitiveness and gain access to new markets.
As getting certified for standards can be costly, this programme enables companies by providing participants with consultancy services to help develop their documentation and system; however to ensure commitment, companies are expected to bear the cost of the subsequent audit and certification themselves.
How long does each batch of this programme run for?
Companies are expected to commit to work alongside the consultant to achieve certification within a timeline of 6 months.
How to be eligible?
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Must be a Brunei-registered company
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Must have an ongoing operation in an office / factory / facility
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Must have a need and strong motivation for getting certification
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Must be ready to begin certification project upon selection into this programme
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Must have adequate staff to implement this certification project
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Must have commitment from top management of company and from staff involved
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Must be willing to bear the cost of subsequent audit and certification, including the annual audit to maintain certification
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Must be willing to maintain the adopted standard and the implemented system for the subsequent years
How to Apply?
Complete the application form and submit to the email below.
Application form is only valid until the deadline stated in it.
