Mining bureau eyes ISO mark for QMS

MANILA, Philippines -  The Mines and Geosciences Bureau (MGB) is eyeing the latest International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certification for its compliance with international quality management system standards.

The MGB, an attached agency of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, said it is now preparing for the transition of its Quality Management System (QMS) certification from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015.

Launched on April 28 last year, ISO 9001:2015 is the latest version of ISO quality management system.

The new ISO 9001:2015 focuses on the management’s commitment to the implementation and improvement of the QMS, while the older ISO 9001:2008 focuses on customer satisfaction and improvement.

It guarantees a more efficient and effective scheme for the work processes of MGB.

The ISO 9001:2015 certification also aims to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for improvement of the system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.