A sector specific approval requirement scheme this scheme DAMAS) is now, and is continuing to be, recognized and mandated by both US and EU clients and Government Departments of their suppliers of materials and products.

AJA Registrars Ltd has been approved by the Dental Laboratories Association (DLA) in the UK to conduct assessments against the DAMAS scheme requirements and, whilst very similar to ISO 9001:2000, DAMAS is more tailored to the needs and operations of Dental Laboratories.(see The Process of Auditing)

Developed by the Dental Laboratories Association, DAMAS is designed to bring significant benefits to everyone in the dental chain. Laboratories will have reliable quality procedures and traceability, dentists can be confident that their dental laboratory adheres to all regulatory requirements relating to lab work and the production of dental appliances.