Chapter-34: CODES OF PRACTICE

         JCP 1: 1976

Code of practice for footwear: Purchasing, care and handling complaints

Lays down guidelines for the purchasing, (particularly for children) care and maintenance of leather, suede and canvas footwear. Deals with the proper procedure for handling complaints.

JCP 2: Part 1: 1985

Code of practice for packaging  Part 1: Factors influencing the selection of packaging

Provides information on the methods and materials used in packaging as well as guidance in the selection for handling complaints. 

ISBN 976-604-034-6

JCP 2 Part 2: 1995

Code of practice for packaging  Part 2: Storage of packaging materials

Provides guidelines on the types of packaging materials commonly used in Jamaica and the various methods and conditions to be used for proper and safe storage.

ISBN 976-604-182-2

JCP 2 Part 3: 1995

Code of practice for packaging  Part 3: Addressing, marking and identifying packages

Provides information on the various methods of addressing, marking and identifying packaged goods to be marketed for consumption.

ISBN 976-604-183-0

JCP 2 Part 4: 1994

Code of practice for packaging  Part 4: Factors influencing the selection of metal containers

Provides general information on materials and types of metal cans used in the packaging industry.

ISBN 976-604-184-9

JCP 2 Part 5: 1996

Code of practice for packaging  Part 5: Storage and handling of metal containers for food and drink

Provides basic guidelines on the storage and handling of metal cans for food and drink (not including cans for carbonated beverages). 

ISBN 976-604-190-3

JCP 3: 1990

Code of practice for product recall procedures

Provides guidelines to the policies and basic procedures of the Bureau of Standards to be followed by the recalling firm in respect of any product which represents a hazard to the consumer and/or violates existing regulations.

ISBN 976-604-120-2

JCP 4 Part 1: 2003

Code of practice for the hygienic preparation and sale of ready-to-eat food Part 1: Food prepared in establishments

Specifies general requirements for the preparation of ready-to-eat food in food establishments

ISBN 976-604-426-0

JCP 4 Part 2: 2003

Code of practice for the hygienic preparation and sale of ready-to-eat food Part 2: Street foods

Provides guidelines for safe and hygienic practices to be used in the preparation and sale of street foods and drinks for direct human consumption.  This standard excludes   

a) prepackaged foods and    

b) fresh vegetables, meats and fish

ISBN 976-604-425-2

            JCP 5 : 2008

Code of practice for field production of vegetables and fruits - General

requirements

Applies to the field production of vegetables and fruits to be supplied fresh

to the consumer market. This standard specifies the general cultivation principles and

practices for vegetable and fruit production from site selection through to post-harvesactivities and includes elements of management system practices. It excludes

requirements for industrial processing.  ISBN 978-976-604-445-9

JCP CRCP 1 : 2010

Code of practice for packaged water

Recommends appropriate general techniques for collecting, processing,

packaging, storing, transporting, distributing and offering for sale, all bottled or packaged drinking water for direct consumption.

 ISBN 978-976-604-502-9

JCP CRCP 2 : 2010

Code of practice for packaged natural coconut water

Sets out the recommendations for the hygienic preparation of packaged natural
coconut water including harvesting, processing, packaging, storing, transporting and distributing. ISBN 978-976-604-503-6

JCP CRCP 3 : 2010

Code of practice for tour guides

Establishes the minimum acceptable levels of service for tour guides operating

within the CARICOM Member States. It is also intended for use as a quality tool by:

a) tour guides and tourism service providers;

b) tour parties; and

c) relevant authorities and agencies responsible for tourism within the CARICOM region.

This Code of Practice does not specify the criteria which are necessary for the licensing of tour guides operating within the CARICOM Member States.

ISBN 978-976-604-516-6

JCP CRCP 4 : 2010

Code of practice for fish and fishery products

Applies to the growing, harvesting, handling, production, processing, storage transportation and retail sale of fish, shellfish and aquatic invertebrates and products from marine and freshwater sources, which are intended for human consumption

 ISBN 978-976-604-515-9

JCP CRCP 5 : 2010

Code of practice for general principles of food hygiene

Details the essential principles of food hygiene within the food chain from

primary production to the final consumer, stipulating the acceptable hygienic conditions for producing food that is safe and suitable for consumption.    ISBN 978-976-604-504-3

JCP CRCP 6 : 2010

Code of practice for preparation of frozen fruit  pulp and purées

Gives guidelines for the preparation , processing and packaging of frozen fruit pulps and purées for use in the manufacture of fruit juices and nectars within the CARICOM region.

ISBN 978-976-604-495-4

JCP CRCP 7 : 2010

Manufacture of wooden craft items

Establishes the minimum requirements for the manufacture and production of wooden craft items. The document is focused on performance than prescriptive requirements for craft items. May be applied to all wooden craft items in the manufacturing stage or at the point of sale to retailers and end consumers.

ISBN 978-976-604-496-1

JCP CRCP 8 : 2010

Inbound tour operators

Specifies acceptable guidelines recommended for use as a quality tool by:

a) inbound tour operators;

b) tourism service providers;

c) tour parties; and

d) relevant authorities and agencies responsible for tourism within the CARICOM region.

This Code of Practice does not specify the criteria necessary to obtain registration as an inbound tour operator within the CARICOM Region as provided for in the laws of the states comprising the membership of CARICOM.

This Code of Practice does not apply to self-guided tours.

ISBN 978-976-604-517-3

JCP CRCP 9 : 2014

Organic Production and Processing

Describes the requirements for organic production. It covers plant production, animal husbandry, beekeeping, collection of wild products and aquaculture, and also the processing and labelling of products derived from these activities. It provides a mechanism to define the expectations for organic production. It applies to any operator involved in activities, at any stage of production, preparation, processing and distribution, relating to the organic products. When complied with, it also enables producers to label their products as organic. 

ISBN 978-976-604-629-3

JS 341: 2017

Jamaican Standard  National Petroleum Code for Liquid Petroleum Products

This Code prescribes the specifications for Liquid Petroleum Products as well as the health, safety, and environmental conditions required.

ISBN 978-976-604-784-9

JS 342: 2017

Jamaican Standard  National Petroleum Code for Liquefied Petroleum Products

This Code prescribes specifications for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and the health, safety, and environmental conditions required.

ISBN 978-976-604-785-6

JS 343: 2017

Jamaican Standard  National Petroleum Code for Petroleum - Based Lubricants

This Standard details procedures for selecting petroleum based lubricants that will best satisfy the performance requirements of high-value engines used in drivetrains, ships, generators, trains, turbines, motors, outboard equipment, hydraulic equipment, etc. It outlines the provision of guidance for the requisite health, safety and environmental conditions required.

ISBN 978-976-604-786-3

JS 344: 2017

Jamaican Standard  National Petroleum Code for Product Chain of Custody

This standard details procedures for managing petroleum products chain of custody to ensure the control of product quality from the point of production, or from the moment of receival at the Port of Entry call, to the final sale or dispensation at the end user’s facility. The standard further makes recommendations for the requirements of personnel for petroleum filling stations, and the requirements for petroleum tanker wagon drivers.

ISBN 978-976-604-787-0

JS 345: 2017

Jamaican Standard  National Petroleum Code for Biofuels

This Code prescribes the specifications for biofuels as well as the health, safety, and environmental conditions required.

ISBN 978-976-604-788-7

GLI  11 V2.1 : 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Gaming Devices in Casinos Version :  2.1

This standard seeks to:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying gaming device operation.

 b) To only test those criteria that impact the credibility and integrity of a gaming device from both the Revenue Collection and Player’s perspective. c) To create a standard that will insure that gaming devices in casinos are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

 d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria.  At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set public policy with respect to gaming.

 e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

 f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

 g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular method or algorithm.  The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-709-2

GLI  16 V2.1: 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Cashless Systems in Casinos V: .1

The purpose of this technical standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying the Cashless System operation.

b) To only test those criteria which impact the credibility and integrity of gaming from both the revenue collection and game play point of view.

c) To create a standard that will insure that Cashless Systems in Casinos are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria.  At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set their public policy with respect to gaming. 

e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment. 

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

 g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular technology, method, or algorithm.  The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-712-2

GLI  17 V1.3. 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Bonusing  Systems in Casinos V 1.3

The purpose of this technical standard is as follows:

 a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Bonusing System operation.

 b) To only test those criteria which impact the credibility and integrity of gaming from both the Revenue Collection and game play point of view.

 c) To create a standard that will insure that Bonusing Systems in Casinos are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

 d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria.  At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set their public policy with respect to gaming.

 e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment. 

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

 g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular technology, method or algorithm.  The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-714-6

GLI  18 V2.1: 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Promotional Systems in Casinos Version:2.1

The purpose of this technical standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Promotional System operation.

b) To only test those criteria which impact the credibility and integrity of gaming from both the Revenue Collection and game play point of view.

 c) To create a standard that will insure that Promotional Systems in Casinos are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria.  At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set their public policy with respect to gaming.

e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment. 

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular technology, method or algorithm.  The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

 ISBN 978-976-604-715-3

GLI  19 V2.0: 2013

Jamaican Standard Specification for Interactive Gaming Systems Version 2.0

The Purpose of this Technical Standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Interactive Gaming System (IGS) operation.

b) To only test those criteria which impact the credibility and integrity of Interactive Gaming Systems from both the revenue collection and player’s point of view.

c) To create a standard which will ensure that games made available via the Internet are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria. At Gaming Laboratories International, LLC we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set its own public policy with respect to gaming.

e) To recognize that the evaluation of internal control systems (such as Anti-Money Laundering, Financial and Business processes) employed by the operators of the Interactive Gaming System should not be incorporated into this standard but left to the regulatory body of each local jurisdiction to assess as part of the licensing process.

f) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories which specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

g) To construct a standard which can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

h) To construct a standard which does not specify any particular method or technology for any element or component of an Interactive Gaming System. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time encouraging new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-713-9

GLI  21 V2.2: 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Client Server Systems v2.2

The Purpose of this Technical Standard is as follows:

a)  To eliminate subjective criteria in analysing and certifying Client Terminal game operation.

b)  To only test those criteria that impact the credibility and integrity of Client Terminal gaming from both the Revenue Collection and Player’s play point of view.

c)  To create a standard that will ensure that the server-based and server-supported games are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d)  To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria. At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set their own public policy with respect to gaming.

e)  To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing.  Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

f)  To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

g)  To construct a standard that does not specify any particular method or algorithm. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-716-0

GLI  24 Rev.1.3: 2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Electronic Table Game Systems v1.3

The Purpose of this Technical Standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Electronic Table Game Systems operation.

b) To only test those criteria that impact the credibility and integrity of Electronic Table Game Systems from both the Revenue Collection and Player’s perspective.

c) To create a standard that will ensure that the Electronic Table Game Systems are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria. At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set public policy with respect to gaming.

e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular method or algorithm. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-706-1

GLI 25 Rev.1.2:2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Dealer Controlled Electronic Table Games Rev1.2

The Purpose of this Technical Standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Dealer Controlled Electronic Table Games

b) To only test those criteria that impact the credibility and integrity of Dealer Controlled Electronic Table Games from both the Revenue Collection and Player’s perspective.

c) To create a standard that will ensure that the Dealer Controlled Electronic Table Games are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria. At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set public policy with respect to gaming.

e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Electrical Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing. Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular method or algorithm. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-705-4

JS GLI 26 v2.0:2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Wireless Gaming Systems

The purpose of this technical standard is:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN); 

b) To only analyze those criteria that impacts the confidentiality, accountability and integrity of Wireless Local Area Networks.

c) To create a standard that will ensure that the security of the WLAN and/or Wi-Fi Systems in a gaming environment is as closely equivalent to the security of a wired system as possible by establishing controls and guidelines for design, implementation, and use of wireless networks and devices.

d) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria. At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to setup their own public policy with respect to the wireless network.

e) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as Wi-Fi Certification and Electrical and Product Safety Testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing.  Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters. These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

f) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified and allow for new technology to be introduced. g) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular technology, method, or algorithm. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

 ISBN 978-976-604-708-5

JS GLI 27 v1.1:2012

Jamaican Standard Specification for Network Security Best Practices

The Purpose of this Best Practices Reference is as follows:

a) To create a reference for gaming industry stakeholders interested in regulating, analyzing or certifying gaming networks.

b) To create a reference stakeholders can utilize to ensure the gaming network systems are secure and able to be audited and operated correctly.

c) To construct a reference that can be easily changed or modified and allow for new technology to be introduced.

d) To construct a reference in a format familiar to gaming stakeholders which can better edify them on network security disciplines.

 e) To construct a best practices resource that does not specify any particular method of network security. The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the best practices, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-704-7

JS GLI 28:2011

Jamaican Standard Specification for Player User Interface Systems v1.0

This Standard has been produced by Gaming Laboratories International, LLC for the purpose of providing independent certifications to suppliers under this Standard and complies with the requirements set forth herein.

ISBN 978-976-604-703-0

JS GLI 29:2012

Jamaican Standard Specification for Card Shufflers and Dealer Shoes  v1.0

The Purpose of this Technical Standard is as follows:

a) To eliminate subjective criteria in analyzing and certifying Card Shufflers and Dealer Shoes.

b) To establish the minimum integrity standards for card shufflers and card shoes that are technology neutral.

c) To only test those criteria that impact the credibility and integrity of Card Shufflers and Dealer Shoes from both the revenue collection and player’s play point of view.

d) To create a standard that will ensure that the card shufflers and dealer shoes are fair, secure, and able to be audited and operated correctly.

e) To distinguish between local public policy and laboratory criteria.  At GLI, we believe that it is up to each local jurisdiction to set their own public policy with respect to gaming.

f) To recognize that non-gaming testing (such as electrical testing) should not be incorporated into this standard but left to appropriate test laboratories that specialize in that type of testing.

g) Except where specifically identified in the standard, testing is not directed at health or safety matters.  These matters are the responsibility of the manufacturer, purchaser, and operator of the equipment.

h) To construct a standard that can be easily changed or modified to allow for new technology.

i) To construct a standard that does not specify any particular method or algorithm.  The intent is to allow a wide range of methods to be used to conform to the standards, while at the same time, to encourage new methods to be developed.

ISBN 978-976-604-702-3

JS ISO/TS 9002: 2017

Jamaican Standard Specification for  Quality management systems —  Guidelines for the application of ISO 9001: 2015

This document provides guidance on the intent of the requirements in ISO 9001: 2015 with examples of possible steps an organization can take to meet the requirements. It does not add to, subtract from, or in any way modify those requirements.

ISBN 978-976-604-832-7

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