Regional_Instrument_Centres
Regional Instrument Centres |
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Regional Instrument Centres (RICs) play a key role in implementation of the WMO strategy for traceability assurance, thus contributing to the Vision for the future of environmental measurements (Resolution 5 (CIMO-17)) and the Vision for WIGOS in 2040 (Resolution 38 (Cg-18)). RICs are established to maintain relevant calibration standards and assist Members in calibrating their national meteorological and related environmental standards and monitoring instruments. General concept of RICs with full and basic capabilities had been established by CIMO-IX in 1985 and then updated in 2006 at CIMO-XIV. Facing a lack of clear benefits of this 2-type concept, CIMO-17 agreed in 2018 to a RIC single type concept, with the terms of reference as listed below (Recommendation 2 (CIMO-17)). To strengthen RICs, EC-LX requested Regional Association to preform regular evaluations of their RICs, which would help in improving observation quality. In support of this evaluation, RICs are invited to use the Java-based evaluation and reporting tool (available from the WMO Secretariat) to carry out their regular audits and improve their capabilities to meet Members' needs. RICs are also requested to regularly inform Members on the services offered to Members and activities carried out, by providing annual reports. The reports can be accessed at RIC webpages below. |
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Terms of Reference |
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