The Scientific Research Organisation of Samoa (SROS) is a government laboratory established in 2006 that conducts research, testing, and analysis for the government, private sector, and public in Samoa. SROS analyzes various samples including foods, environmental samples, and soils, with approximately 10% of their 1500 annual samples being soils. They use methods such as HPLC, GC-FID, GC-MS, AAS, and SPACNET soil analysis methods. Strengths include government support, accreditation, analytical instruments, and a quality management system, while weaknesses include needs for improved data interpretation, funding, and staff training. The director hopes to gain staff capacity building, improved methodology knowledge, and potential funding from

1. Country: SAMOA
Laboratory: Scientific Research Organisation of Samoa (SROS)
Name of the presenter: Dr Fiame Leo

2. SROS is a Government Public Beneficiary Body,
established in 2006.
It is mandated for Research & Development as well as
providing Testing Services for the government, private
and the public sectors of Samoa
SROS is an Accredited Laboratory under the ISO 17025
for both biological and chemical testing. The scope of
accreditation covers Foods and Food Products.
SROS analyze atmospheric and environmental samples
Soil analysis in your lab

3. Since establishing of its Testing Services in 2011, SROS
tested an average of approximately 1500 samples per
year.
Approximately 10% of the samples were soil samples for
soil analysis.
Analytical capacity at SROS includes HPLC, GC-FID, GC-
MS, AAS, Kjeldah, UV-vis, Karl Fischer, Calorific Meter
SROS does support any project as long as it has the
capacity to do it.
Soil analysis in your lab

4. SROS Laboratories are not mobile. They house in
building/facilities and are research and analytical
laboratories
For soil analysis, SPACNET methods are used.
Never have experiences in using soil test kits
Soil analysis in your country

5. Strengths:
• Government support
• Accreditation
• Availability of appropriate analytical instruments
• Appropriate Infrastructure
• Quality Management System in place
Weaknesses:
• Data interpretation
• Funds availability
• Staff trainings
Strengths and Weaknesses

6. Further Improvements Required:
• Data interpretation skills
• Staff Competency
• Methods development and validation
• Quality control policies
• Proposal for funds
Strengths and Weaknesses

7. What are your expectations out of this meeting and
GLOSOLAN?
• Staff Capacity Building (Trainings) Opportunities
• Better understanding on the suitable methodology to
use
• Sound knowledge of methodology development and
data interpretation (soil analysis)
• Potential source of funds for Soil Analytical
Laboratory Accreditation
Expectations

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