Standards Australia
About Standards Australia
Standards Australia is Australia’s leading standards development and approval body. As a non-government body, Standards Australia accredits other Standards Development Organisations. It also develops and publishes technical, voluntary, and commercial safety standards for use in Australia. Working across various industries, Standards Australia also focuses on adopting international standards. So, what does Standards Australia do? It develops safety standards for Australia’s net benefit through a committee process where consensus is reached.
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Standards Australia is the principal standards body in Australia. As an independent, not-for-profit, non-governmental standards organisation, Standards Australia develops safety standards, handbooks, technical specifications, publications, resources, and solutions.
The critical work Standards Australia performs improves Australia’s international competitiveness and economic efficiency by developing, maintaining, and promoting Australian Standards. It also contributes to ensuring safe and sustainable environments for all Australians. Standards Australia is a member of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) and the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) and is Australia’s representative.
Standards Australia forms technical committees comprising stakeholders from business, government, community, academia, industry, and consumers. Using a consensus process, Standards Australia facilitates the committees to develop safety standards in Australia for everyone’s benefit.
Standards Australia is the owner and creator of Australian standards. As a not-for-profit, independent, non-government entity, it creates and maintains standards across various public, private and community stakeholders. Some of the industries that Standards Australia is responsible for include:
- Building and construction
- Dangerous goods protection
- Electrical engineering
- Electrical wires and cables.
- Occupational health and safety
- Playground equipment
- Quality management
- Quality assurance
- Timber structures.
Standards Australia publishes voluntary standards that State and Commonwealth governments can refer to in their legislation. If this happens, the safety standards become mandatory.
Standards Australia is the leading non-governmental, independent, not-for-profit standards organisation. They are specialists in developing and adopting internationally aligned standards in Australia. Standards Australia works across many industries with various stakeholders to ensure Australian industries maintain safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
Standards Australia's purpose includes:
- International participation: Standards Australia participates in developing and adopting International Standards.
- Standards development: Standards Australia offers stakeholders across multiple industries the opportunity to develop or update new and existing safety standards.
- Accreditation of standards development organisations: Standards Australia assesses and approves other Australian organisations to develop Australian Standards.
Standards Australia cannot provide advice regarding compliance or non-compliance with specifications or requirements in standards. The relevant regulators deal with compliance matters. A list of safety Standards Australia government contacts is available here.
AS 3959 Bushfire Attack Levels Overview & Guide
Building in bushfire-prone areas
AS 3959 is a critical Standard for the construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas in Australia. This guide provides an overview of the AS 3959 bushfire Standard, specifically focusing on Bushfire Attack Levels (BAL).
What is the AS 1684 Standard in Australia?
General changes to AS 1684 Standards in 2024
The AS 1684 Standards series is a cornerstone in Australian timber-framed construction, providing essential guidelines for the building industry. It is also referred to as the Timber Framing Code.
Is AS 3000 a legal requirement?
AS/NZS 3000:2018 is mandated across all Australian jurisdictions
Compliance with the Wiring Rules is currently enforced through state and territory legislation which ensures the safety of electrical installations. The latest ruling, AS/NZS 3000:2018 Rul 1:2024, has been consolidated into the current Standard.
Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
3 Standards to assist in building in bushfire prone areas
Whether you are building or renovating in bushfire prone areas, Standards play a role in stating certain requirements to improve the level of safety and reduce the likeliness of damage to the building.
Guide to Australian Lighting Standards
Lighting Standards for all construction projects
Indoor and outdoor lighting have vastly different requirements based on the location and activity performed. From working in an office, to lighting a tunnel - projects should meet the benchmarks as stated in their relevant Standards.
Wiring Rules
Discover more about the Wiring Rules with our Web Series
Essential for electricians, inspectors and regulators, AS/NZS 3000 specifies the electrical installation safety requirements for all premises in Australia and New Zealand.
Wiring Rules: Top 5 Things you need to know
Comply with the Standards, it could save your life
There have been over 200 changes to AS/NZS 3000 Wiring Rules revision since the last update in 2007. Industry feedback and experience gained from the previous edition of the Wiring Rules have led to several enhancements to the AS/NZS 3000 2018 Wiring
What is the NCC and why is it Important?
Learn about The National Construction Code (NCC)
It keeps Australians safe by outlining technical provisions for the design and construction of buildings and other structures throughout Australia. The NCC is a comprehensive code that covers all buildings and more.
8 Benefits of Standards
Compliance with Standards has a range of benefits
Standards can affect an organisation's quality, lead-time, supply chain management and costs. They make trade across international borders easier and promote global competition, having a positive impact on economies.