BACKGROUND

The Knowledge Centre of the Department of Standards Malaysia (JSM) is a one-stop reference centre that houses all collections of Malaysian Standard (MS) documents and international standard documents, including documents from several other countries. The JSM Knowledge Centre also functions as the administrator of information management services to ensure easy and effective access to information.

VISION AND MISSION

VISION
The main national reference centre in the field of standardisation and accreditation.

MISSION
Providing access to comprehensive information sources regarding standardisation and accreditation to support the utilisation of standards and its inculcation.

OPERATION HOURS

CONTACT US

Please do not hesitate to contact our librarian via telephone at 03-8008 2922 or e-mail at khairul[at]jsm[dot]com[dot]my

SERVICES

1. Information Sources Search
   
   Malaysian Standard Catalogue
   The collection of MS can be searched through the MySOL. Users can search for their desired MS using keywords, MS number, status, and sector.
   
   Reading Materials Catalogue
   A list of the library's reading materials collection can be accessed through the link. These reading materials consist of both fiction and non-fiction materials.
2. Library Material Circulation
   Library materials can be borrowed through the counter in accordance with the Knowledge Centre policy.
3. Reference and Information Acquisition
   This service basically assists users in searching and utilizing library materials, as well as obtaining necessary information. External users are required to make appointments in advance.
4. Inter Library Loan - ILL
   The ILL service assists users in obtaining materials that are not available in the Knowledge Centre collections.
5. Standard request for internal reference
   This service is provided to JSM staff only. Requests must be made through the link.
6. Complimentary Standard Distribution
   Application must be made in writing to the Director General of JSM. Distribution is subject to our policy and approval of the Director General.
7. Reading Incentive Program
   Organizing reading-related programmes to encourage interest in reading among JSM staff
8. Awareness-Raising Activities
   Disseminating information to raise awareness about the Knowledge Centre to all users through briefing sessions, emails, posters, and videos.

FACILITIES

1. Internet
   Internet is provided in the Knowledge Centre. Users need to inform the staff to get the WiFi password.
2. Reading Corner
   A reading corner is provided in the Knowledge Centre and can accommodate up to 11 users at one time.

KNOWLEDGE CENTRE REGULATIONS

Users are subject to the following regulations while in the Knowledge Centre:

1. Dress neatly and appropriately, avoiding flashy attire.
2. Behave courteously and orderly.
3. Maintain harmony between users and Knowledge Centre staff.
4. Sleeping, causing disturbances, eating/drinking, and smoking are not allowed.
5. Users are not allowed to damage library materials such as making notes, etc.
6. Borrowed books brought into the Knowledge Centre must be shown to the staff on duty.
7. Taking pictures of library materials without permission is prohibited.
8. Return reading materials to the provided trolleys after use.
9. Do not take library materials out without permission.
10. The Information Centre space is for reference activities only.

The Knowledge Centre is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal belongings left outside or inside the premise.