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James Madison University

2007

International mine action standards

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2007 Marks 10th Anniversary Of Mine Action Standards, Faiz Paktian Jul 2007

2007 Marks 10th Anniversary Of Mine Action Standards, Faiz Paktian

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

The International Mine Action Standards are guidelines set by the United Nations to implement mine action programs safely and effectively. The author discusses the purpose and processes of the IMAS as well as provides various references for those interested in learning more about the IMAS.


Quality Management In Demining Organisations, Charles Loxton Jul 2007

Quality Management In Demining Organisations, Charles Loxton

The Journal of Conventional Weapons Destruction

In this article, the International Standards Organization 9001:2000 Quality Management System is compared to what leading actors in quality management and business management deem to be current best practise. The aim of this paper is to show the universal application of the ISO 9001:2000 system as a quality-management system and that it complies with best practises in business and quality management around the world. This article will highlight a few of the most important ISO clauses and show how they are supported by best practises.