BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS

1 A N N U A L A C T I O N P L A N 2 0 1 4 - 15 BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS 9, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, New Delhi 110 002 0. GENERAL BUREAU of INDIAN STANDARDS maintained the thrust and dynamism and exhibited an all round progress during the year 2013-14. It recorded an income of around Rs crores during 1 April 2013 31 December 2014. For the twenty sixth consecutive year, BIS met its recurring and non-plan expenditure from its own resources. In order to effectively and systematically meet the national needs and be in tune with the objectives and priorities of the national plans, BIS prepares and follows its own five-year plans, in line with the national five-year plans, which spell out the goals and targets of the organization.

2 These goals and targets are translated into annual action plans by laying down specific targets and action plan for a particular year. With the guiding principles of the Result Framework Document 2014-15, Strategic Plan (2012-2017) of BIS and the new initiatives taken through Strategic Action Plan 2013-14, the Annual Action Plan (AAP) of BIS for the year 2014-15 has been framed. While doing so, the constraints encountered during the last plan, new possibilities, shortfalls and achievements as envisaged in the AAP of the preceding year 2013-14 have been taken into account. 1. OBJECTIVES Providing contemporary, timely, need based and user-friendly national STANDARDS taking into account technological developments, and national trade and consumer interests; Ensuring active involvement in the development of International STANDARDS to put forth India s viewpoints effectively, keeping in view India s trade interests so as to result in the formulation of an International Standard with which INDIAN Standard could be harmonized and adopted under dual numbering scheme; To ensure branch offices work as focal point of the organization.

3 Building brand image of BIS through enhanced publicity measures; Web enabling of the Certification Marks Management System (CMMS); Streamlining the functioning and modernization/ up-gradation of BIS laboratories; Increasing productivity and efficiency of BIS laboratories; Intensified efforts for training in the field of Standardization, Certification and Testing; Implementing Central Sector schemes under XIIth Plan; Enhanced use of IT tools in the working of BIS; Effective implementation of i-CARE Programme so as to provide the benefits of standardization, certification and i CARE activities to all BIS stakeholders which include the Industry, Consumers, State Govts.

4 , other Govt. Departments, Educational Institutions etc. and to provide BIS services in time bound manner to the satisfaction of BIS stakeholders; Expanding Types of Product Certification by BIS and design separate Standard Marks for new Certification Schemes to distinguish the various kinds of quality assurance schemes for the consumer; Implement new Schemes for Consumer Protection- The Reward Scheme for information on misuse of Standard Mark & Scheme for Public Testing of Samples for Consumers; Improvement of Market surveillance of BIS certified products; Establishment of Trade Facilitation Cell in BIS to reach the common consumer with the help of consumer organizations; Introduction of Unique Identification of Hallmarked Article (UID) to protect consumer from being cheated and to facilitate traceability of hallmarked jewellery.

5 New Certification Schemes for process, services & systems. 2. STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT Strengthening of standardization activity would continue to be the main thrust of BIS, being the core activity of the organization and keeping in view the rapid growth being witnessed in the national economy along with fast paced industrialization and technological advancements. In formulating INDIAN STANDARDS the following key factors would be considered: i) Harmonization with international STANDARDS ii) New and emerging technology areas iii) Environmental concerns and other national priorities, regulatory requirements and consumer needs.

6 For formulation of INDIAN STANDARDS on new subjects, BIS gets proposals from Ministries, Govt. Departments, Industries, Consumer Organizations and others. The concerned technical committee (Sectional Committee & Division Council) of BIS decides on taking up a new subject for standardization. The process of STANDARDS formulation and its review are being strengthened, in line with latest technical developments with the usage of more and more information technology tools such as E-mails, uploading of Wide Circulation documents on the website, etc, in order to avoid undue delays.

7 BIS implements a fast track procedure for adoption of ISO/IEC documents so that the latest STANDARDS formulated by ISO/IEC are adopted within the shortest possible time. The mechanism of review of STANDARDS is being strengthened for up gradation and harmonization of INDIAN STANDARDS with other National and International STANDARDS to keep pace with technological advancement. The following projects have been identified as thrust areas for formulation of STANDARDS during the year 2014-15: Division Thrust Areas Civil Engineering Construction Project Management Multiple grading of Water efficient plumbing products Seismic Assessment of Structures Revision of National Building Code Chemical Green Manufacturing Systems Development of green analytical methods Paints -Lead restriction, VOC control and Heavy Metal restriction Development of chemical safety STANDARDS in line with REACH regulations Environment & safety standard for Nuclear Facilities Electro technical Multiple grading for energy efficiency in electrical appliances.

8 Motors & transformers Power quality & grid integration Solar Devices Food and Agriculture Biopesticides Biofertilizers New Pesticide Formulations Organic Production System Organic Agricultural Systems Grade STANDARDS for cereals and pulses Grade STANDARDS for vegetable oils Grade STANDARDS for spices Grade STANDARDS for fruits and vegetables Electronics and Standardization in IT Sector Information Technology a) Governance of IT- for the organization, b) Service management system STANDARDS , c) ITES & BPO Electronic Security System Mechanical Engineering Cryogenic valves and containers Earth moving machinery FRP/GRP cement & resin grouted roof bolts.

9 Energy Management Revision of STANDARDS in Industrial Valve Medical Equipment and Hospital Planning Medical devices Health care services Management and Systems Tourism and related services Education and related services Requirements STANDARDS for corporate social responsibilities Skill Development Metallurgical Engineering Amorphous Steel for electrical applications Galvanized steel for structural purpose Determination of Vanadium, Cobalt, Niobium & other alloying additions in steel. Nanotechnology Petroleum, Coal and Related Products STANDARDS on natural & organic cosmetics STANDARDS based on composite material like FRP ladders and cable gratings Polymer & rubber modified Bitumen Revision of STANDARDS on food grade plastics Production and General Engineering Revision of SP 46.

10 2003 (Engineering drawing practice for schools and colleges) Aligning of INDIAN STANDARDS on weighing balances with legal metrology regulations STANDARDS on robotics Transport Engineering Intelligent Transport Systems Automotive vehicles running on non conventional fuels like HCNG blend fuel kit components- Refilling valve, High pressure rigid pipe, Pressure regulator, Gas solenoid valve, Low pressure flexible hose & Gas air mixture. Textile Technical Textiles (Med tech, Agro tech, Geo tech & Pro tech) Organic Textiles Water Resources Department Hydrometry Diversion works Common STANDARDS Revision of IS 12 Guidelines for multiple grading Guidelines for green manufacturing 3 INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIES ISO & IEC: To continue with increased participation in international standardization activities in areas of importance and relevance to national economy, and of interest to our trade and industry.