Case Study

Accreditation: Supporting the Provision of Clean Water in Jordan

 

Summary

Access to safe drinking water in Jordan is increasing over time, as the country works towards providing clean water to all Jordanian citizens. Jordan Accreditation System – Accreditation Unit (JAS-AU) accredits regulatory water and wastewater authorities testing labs in Jordan to support the provision of clean water by confirming that information used in decision-making is trustworthy and reliable.

Water demand is growing rapidly and the Jordanian government, in cooperation with JAS-AU, has been seeking ways to reduce the loss of water. Improving the qualifications of the water meter labs regarding the requirements of the international standard ISO/IEC 17025 – General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories, and building confidence in the reports issued by accredited testing labs, will minimize unnecessary re-testing and will consequently result in saving money and time, and producing high-quality services.

Background

Due to the unstable conditions in the region surrounding Jordan, the increase in population, and the number of refugees, one of the most important services is the provision of safe drinking water. To fulfil this objective, the laboratories of the water authorities and of the company responsible for the provision of water and sanitation services to the Capital Governorate, and a significant number of water testing labs, have been accredited by JAS-AU in the field of water and wastewater testing. Test results issued by an accredited laboratory provide confidence in decision-making and support the provision of safe water resources to cover the needs of the population.

Further information is available at the following link:

Laboratory and Quality Affairs – Ministry of Water and Irrigation (mwi.gov.jo)

www.miyahuna.com.jo/En/List/Accreditation

JAS-AU also cooperates with supporting companies to help reduce water loss, by providing training and awareness sessions regarding the importance of accreditation for selecting the water flow meter used in the field.

Strategy 

JAS-AU accredits testing labs undertaking activities within the water and wastewater sectors according to ISO/IEC 17025.

Results and impact

Accreditation provides water authorities and regulators with confidence in the quality and competence of testing labs, which aids the authority body in making decisions.

Contact

Jordanian Accreditation and standardization system-Accreditation Unit JAS-AU