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Frequently asked questions

This Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) is a commitment by KEBS to improve service delivery to customers and other stakeholders. It also serves to enhance public awareness on the role of KEBS.

FAQs

What is a Standard?

A Standard is a document, established by consensus and approved by a recognized body, that provides for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for activities or their results aimed at the achievement of the optimum degree of order in a given context.
It is a technical document developed through consensus detailing the requirements necessary to ensure that a material, product, service, or
procedure is fit for its intended purpose.
Standards serve as a guide for production of goods and provision of services, and are a basis for trade transactions.

Who initiates Standards development?

Standards development are initiated by stakeholders: consumers, academia/ research institutions, manufacturers/industry, professional bodies, Government agencies, renown expert’s relevant associations and any interested party.

Who is affected by Standards?

Standards affect everybody including but not limited to; manufacturers, importers, exporters, consumers, regulators and all interested publics.

What is the difference between a Standard, regulation and technical regulation?

Standard
This is a document, established by consensus
and approved by a recognized body, that provides for common and repeated use, rules, guidelines or characteristics for activities or their results, aimed at the achievement of the optimum degree of order in a given context.
NOTE: Standards should be based on the consolidated results of science, technology and experience, and aimed at the promotion of optimum community benefits.
Regulation
Document providing binding legislative rules, that is adopted by an authority.

Technical Regulation
Provides technical requirements, either directly or by referring to or incorporating the content of a standard, technical specification or code of practice.
NOTE: A technical regulation may be
supplemented by technical guidance that outlines some means of compliance with the requirements of the regulation.

How can I access Standards?

Standards are available at the Standards Information Centre (SIC) based at KEBS Headquarters and at all regional offices at a fee. The SIC is open to all members of the public. You may also purchase a standard online through KEBS Webstore link: (http://webstore.kebs.org)

How can one know which Standards have been developed?

There is a catalogue of developed Standards which is available online on (http://onlinecatalogue.kebs.org)

What is the role of the Standards Information Centre?

The Standards Information Centre (SIC) was established on the basis of the International Organization for Standardization Information Network (ISONET) and is designed to promote dissemination and the flow of information on standards and related documents.

What information/services can I access at the SIC?

You can access the following information/ services:
i. Distribution/circulation of:
a. Kenya standards,
b. Standards from various national, regional, and international standards bodies,

c. Technical books, and
d. Complete set of the Laws of Kenya.

ii. Online Catalogue
Which Kenya Standards have been developed so far?
You can be able to see a list of all Kenya
standards developed so far by searching in the Kenya standards online catalogue – http://onlinecatalogue.kebs.org. You can search by product, Kenya Standard (KS) number, Technical Committee (TC) name in addition to free-text
searching.
iii. Sale of Kenya Standards
What format are Kenya Standards available in?
The Kenya standards are available in both Printed format and Electronic (PDF) format.

Where can I get Kenya Standards?

Kenya Standards are available at the following areas:
• Standards Information Centre at the KEBS Headquarters.
• KEBS Regional offices located in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Nyeri and Garissa.

How can I buy a Kenya Standard?

You can buy through:
• The KEBS web store https://webstore.kebs.org
• Visit our offices in person
• Email – by sending your request after payment and the electronic copy will be mailed to you.

What are the legal infringements?

The standards are protected by copyright and are available on single-user license.
Copying/reproduction/redistribution and internet/Network/intranet sharing is prohibited.

What do we createAmwerk products

What products do we fabricate?

Amwerk believes in giving back and investing in the community that we live in. Our culture of service and teamwork is very important to us, and we support a variety of causes that our employees care about. Ultimately, our goal is to make a lasting, positive impact on the people around us including our clients, employees and communities.

The quality of our products

We’re proud of our reputation as one of the finest “one-call, one-stop” manufacturers of brand identity and electronic user interface products. We take your trust seriously, employing proven quality management principles to enhance customer satisfaction and continually improve our performance and capabilities. We have decades of experience meeting the stringent regulations and certifications for the automotive, aerospace and medical device industries, which serve as benchmarks for all of the products we manufacture.

How fast can we produce them?

All Amwerk facilities are certified to operate under the guidance of various international standards for quality management systems based on their respective customer requirements and products. Conformance to these standards ensures that Amwerk maintains the highest level of product quality and process control in their manufacturing facilities. In addition, many Amwerk label constructions are listed with Underwriters Laboratories as well as tested and approved to the US Standard.

Are Amwerk products the right for us?

At Amwerk, we value a culture of collaboration and service. We’re passionate about serving our clients to the fullest, while continuously growing, learning, and innovating. With competencies across multiple industries, we offer our customers a more reliable supply chain and confidence in the long life of their program.

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