National Measurement System Act 2007 · Updated to 1 Nov 2017 · Part IV · National Measurement Council
13. Establishment of the National Measurement Council
Official textFrom Laws of Malaysia Online, unchanged
A Council to be known as the “National Measurement
Council
“Council” means the National Measurement Council established under section 13;
Council” is established, consisting of the following members who shall be appointed by the Minister:
Minister
“Minister” means the Minister charged with the responsibility for standards and accreditation; National Measurement System 7
a Chairman;
a representative from the Ministry;
a representative from the National Measurement Standards
Laboratory;
two other persons representing the Government, to be appointed from amongst persons involved in measurement standards and measurement technology; and
not more than five other members with appropriate experience, knowledge and expertise on matters relating to measurement standards and measurement technology.
The Minister shall appoint a Deputy Chairman from amongst the members appointed under paragraphs (1)(b) to (e).
The functions of the Council shall be—
to advise the Minister on all matters concerning the national policy objectives for measurement system activities; and
to advise the Minister and submit recommendations for the consideration and approval of the Minister in respect of measurement matters which—
may enhance international confidence in Malaysia’s national measurement system;
may support Malaysia’s international obligations in respect of measurement activities;
may facilitate the government’s policy in national and international trade, legislative matters or international relations;
may serve public interest in the areas of health, safety and environment;
enable scientific research and development to be carried out; and
facilitate economic development which is beneficial to Malaysia.
The provisions of the Third Schedule shall apply to the
Council.
Terms defined in s 3
Council
Defined · s 3“Council” means the National Measurement Council established under section 13;
Minister
Defined · s 3“Minister” means the Minister charged with the responsibility for standards and accreditation; National Measurement System 7
Ministry
Defined · s 3“Ministry” means the Ministry charged with the responsibility for standards and accreditation;
National Measurement Standards Laboratory
Defined · s 3“National Measurement Standards Laboratory” means the laboratory established under section 9;
national measurement system
Defined · s 3“national measurement system” means the technical and organizational infrastructure related to measurement within Malaysia that enables individuals and organizations in Malaysia to make measurements competently and accurately and which are traceable to the National Measurement Standards;
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