Department for scientific metrology

Tasks of the Department for scientific metrology include:

• obtaining, preserving and maintaining the state standards;
• improving and enhancing the metrological characteristics of state standards;
• achieving the national time scale;
• conducting metrological expertise;
• participating in key and supplementary  interlaboratory comparisons;
• establishing and maintaining a system of measurement units in Montenegro;
• participating in international and national scientific research projects;
• preparation of professional bases for drafting regulations in the field of metrology;
• preparing the studies, papers, and analyses in the area of metrology;
• providing expert opinion for authorising the entities to carry out activities in the area of metrology;
• conducting administrative proceedings;
• participating in the preparation of technical specifications for procurements of laboratory equipment;
• preparing the training and development plans for staff so as to ensure competence;
• participating in activities related to the work of regional metrological organisations in the area of metrology;
• carrying out tasks related to the establishment and maintenance of quality management systems;
• providing expert opinion and expert assistance in the area of metrology.