Mission & Vision
Mission
“Provide Authoritative Analytical and Advisory Services based on Science in support of Governmental Programmes”
Vision
“Have an Effective Regulatory System supported by sound Science”
Quality Policy
The Department of Government Chemist strives to produce the best quality services by adopting good laboratory practices when performing all analyses. Through teamwork of competent personnel, supported by continuous training, reports of Analysis of the highest quality are produced for customer satisfaction.
Core Values
- Professionalism
- Team Work
- Quality
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement
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about
The Department of Government Chemist (DGC) is a government regulatory laboratory which provides services in analytical chemistry to Government agencies and departments upon request. Technical advice and scientific opinions in matters within the expertise of the department are also provided as required.
laboratories
Pharmacuetical Lab
The Standards and Regulatory Division of the Ministry of Health and Wellness depends on the Certificates of Analysis generated by the Department of Government Chemist. In particular, pharmaceuticals to be registered in Jamaica whether manufactured locally or abroad.
Toxicology Lab
The Department of Government Chemist performs analysis of body fluids and tissues in cases of suspected chemical exposure or ingestion, or to rule out that probability. Samples are submitted primarily from public hospitals.
Food Lab
The Department performs analysis of milk samples submitted by Health Departments to determine fat content, solids-not-fat content and Total solids content.
