NATA proudly participated in the 20th accreditation anniversary of the Queensland Police Service (QPS) Calibration Laboratory.
The event was held in the presence of distinguished senior members from both the Queensland Police Service and the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR), a clear reflection of this significance milestone.
Attending from the Queensland Police Service:
- Acting Assistant Commissioner Andrew Pilotto, Road Policing and Regional Support Command (also ex-Forensic Technical Assessor)
- Acting Chief Superintendent Janelle Andrews, Road Policing and Regional Support Command
Attending from the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads:
- Chief Engineer, Mr. Dennis Walsh PSM, Engineering and Technology, Infrastructure Management and Delivery
- Executive Director Mr. Peter Kolesnik, Safer Roads Infrastructure, Engineering and Technology, Infrastructure Management and Delivery
A history
The QPS Calibration Laboratory was first accredited on 17 March 2004 in Electrical and Chemical Testing – specifically for the calibration of speed cameras and breath analysers. Over the years, the laboratory has maintained its standards and capabilities, contributing significantly to the accuracy and reliability of these critical law enforcement tools.
In 2014, a restructuring decision by the Queensland Government led to the separation of support services from police activities, transferring the Calibration Laboratory to the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA). However, in 2016, this decision was reversed, and the laboratory was reintegrated into the QPS. Despite these administrative changes, the laboratory’s staff and capabilities remained consistent.
NATA’s Client Engagement Manager, Darina Ross, was present at the celebration to officially present the certificate, highlighting the laboratory’s enduring commitment to quality and safety.
“This milestone is a testament to the dedication and professionalism of the QPS Calibration Laboratory staff. NATA extends its congratulations to the Queensland Police Service Calibration Laboratory on this achievement. We look forward to continuing our support and collaboration in the years to come.”
