In a world where innovation and progress are constant, the role of Standards across all industries has never been more important. From the meticulous precision required in medical device manufacturing to the sturdy foundations of building and construction, and the intricacies of precision engineering, the adherence to established standards plays a pivotal role in ensuring quality, safety, and reliability.
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A Guide to Australian Building Code Standards
Standards ensure safety, durability, and compliance
Every building company must follow Australian building Standards, ensuring full safety and compliance in every structure. Some key areas covered in these Standards include structural integrity, fire safety and energy efficiency.
What is the Dangerous Goods - Initial Emergency Response Guide?
Overview of SAA/SNZ HB 76:2010
The SAA/SNZ HB 76:2010 Dangerous Goods Initial Emergency Response Guide provides emergency response information for dealing with incidents involving dangerous goods.
What is the difference between ISO 9001 2015 and ISO 19011 2018?
Quality Management Standards
While ISO 9001:2015 focuses on establishing and maintaining a quality management system, ISO 19011:2018 provides guidelines for auditing management systems, discocver the key differences between these two Standards.
Guide to the Australian and New Zealand Wiring Rules Standard
Everything you need to know about AS/NZS 3000:2018
The Wiring Rules provide technical assistance and guidance to electricians and electrical contractors with regard to the design, construction and verification of electrical installations, as well as the installation of appropriate equipment.
Australian Food Safety Standards
Standards enable the regulation of the whole food supply chain
Australia’s Food Safety Standards are governed by Food Safety Australia and New Zealand (FSANZ) – an independent agency that forms part of the federal government’s health portfolio.
Guide to Environmental, Social and Governance Standards
Improve your business’s sustainability and environmental goals
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is designed to address the impact of a business’s activities on the natural environment, people and society, and its governance structures including risk management and compliance.
Power Piping
Minimise risks and maximise operational efficiency
Engineering Standards for piping are designed to enhance the safety and reliability of piping services. The Standards set out the rules and requirements of piping systems, including power piping.
Guide to Australian Medical Device Standards and Regulations
Medical Device Standards
Medical device regulation is a regulatory framework for devices used in medicine and healthcare settings. This includes such products as monitors, syringes, X-Ray equipment, software, ventilators and implants.
AS 3600: An Overview of the Australian Concrete Code
Guide to the Concrete Code
Also known as the Concrete Code, AS 3600:2018 sets out comprehensive guidelines for builders and developers to follow when designing, erecting and strength-testing concrete buildings and members that contain reinforcing steel or tendons, or both.
A Guide to AS/NZS 1754 the Standard for Child Restraint Systems
Everything to know about AS/NZS 1754
Child restraint systems are a critical part of optimising vehicle safety for children. They are designed to lower the risk of serious injury or death in the event of an accident.
Information Security Standards: Managing Risk and Compliance
Protect against cyber threats and stay compliant
Maintaining information security can seem like an overwhelming task for organisations. But it’s a business risk that all organisations must address and manage on an ongoing basis.
Understanding ISO/IEC 42001:2023
Reduce risk factors and build trust with AI
ISO 42001:2023 is the world’s first artificial intelligence management system standard that provides a framework to develop, manage and continuously improve artificial intelligence management systems (AIMS) that can be independently certified.
What is the AS9100D Standard?
Quality management in the aerospace industry
The AS9100D standard is a critical framework for quality management in the aerospace industry, tailored specifically to meet the stringent demands of aviation, space, and defence organisations.
What is ISO 14001 & Why is it Important?
Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
ISO 14001 is the internationally recognised Standard for Environmental Management Systems (EMS). It provides a framework for organisations to effectively manage their environmental responsibilities and reduce their ecological footprint.
NFPA Standards - The Ultimate Guide
Standards by National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has been at the forefront of fire safety for over a century, establishing a comprehensive array of standards that safeguard industries and individuals from fire and electrical hazards.
BS 5266-1:2016 – Emergency Lighting Standards
Everything you need to know
BS 5266-1:2016 is the British Standard for emergency lighting, which provides detailed guidance on the application and practice of emergency lighting.
AS 2870:2011 – Residential Slabs and Footings Standard
Implement the Standard, get compliant.
The AS 2870 Residential Slabs and Footings Standard sets out the criteria and specific designs and construction of slabs and footing systems in residential buildings to maintain structural integrity and reduce damage caused by soil movement.
AS 3740:2021 Waterproofing Standard - Everything you need to know
Complying to waterproofing Standards is crucial for all buildings
Waterproofing buildings is essential to maintaining their integrity. Water can cause significant damage if it infiltrates building structures, causing leakage, moisture and mould, cracking, and building collapse.
Understanding ISO 14044 and Key Differences from ISO 14040
Standards for environmental impact management
The ISO 14040 and 14044 Standards are two complementary Standards drawn up by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that address the methods of creating LCAs and how these should be executed.
What is AS 1428.1:2021?
Standards for Access and Mobility Guide
This guide will detail the key components of AS 1428.1, focusing on key elements such as grab rails, handrails, and the proper placement of accessibility features. Whether you're an architect or builder understanding AS 1428.1 is vital.
What is ISO 14020 Series of Standards?
The Ultimate Overview
The ISO 14020 series comprises international Standards that establish guidelines for environmental labels and declarations. These Standards provide clarity and consistency in how organisations communicate the environmental impacts of their products.
ISO 44001:2017 - Benefits, Components & Certification
Explore core benefits and key components of ISO 44001
ISO 44001:2017 is an international standard focused on effective collaborative business relationships. It provides a framework for organisations to improve cooperation, efficiency, and partnership management.
Construction and Engineering
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.
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.
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Non-compliance in Building and Construction
Construction Worker Standards
Standards and Precision Engineering
Overcoming challenges in aerospace engineering with Standards
What is the National Construction Code (NCC)?
Is AS 3000 a Legal Requirement?
Transport and Infrastructure
Warehouse and Inventory Management
Quality Management Systems
Managing a small business requires constant evaluation to stay on track to success. Two important processes to help reach business goals and targets are warehouse and inventory management.
Standards Keeping you Safe on the Road
Road traffic safety (RTS) around the world
Transportation has come a long way in the past few decades with a focus on intelligence, comfort and sustainability. As new technology shapes how people travel, Standards keep the focus on safety.
Why There’s More Than Meets the Eye With Painting
Painting has many roles in building and construction
Painting is a crucial part of buildings, and architects, trades people, building owners and building managers alike should be aware of the importance of a building or material being well painted and adhering to the right Standards.
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Importance of Standards in Automotive Engineering
Process for Delivery of Volumetric Modular Buildings
Standards for Building in Bushfire Prone Areas
Business Continuity
A focus on Business Continuity
Business continuity, preparedness and disaster recovery
In a time of crisis, there are business continuity strategies that can improve organisational resilience. This planning can assist throughout all stages of a crisis, including prevention, preparation, responsiveness and recovery.
Lessons in Business Continuity thanks to COVID-19
The reality of risks
The magnitude of COVID-19 is teaching a hard-learned lesson to many businesses about the business continuity and risk management systems they need to have in place.
5 Standards key to Business Continuity
Prepare for the unexpected with a business continuity strategy
To assist in with establishing or updating a business continuity management system, there are many Standards an organisation can implement to feel confident when preparing for and responding to a crisis.
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Demand Forecasting your Supply Chain
Employee Management after a Disruption
Make Risk Management an Integral part of your Business Success
ISO 9001:2015 Benefits for Businesses
5 Tips for an Effective Logistics Strategy and Plan
Opportunities to improve the workplace following COVID-19
Personal Protective Equipment Standards for face masks
Relying on Standards in a ‘new’ world
6 Types of Business Continuity Risks
Business Continuity vs. Disaster Recovery
Respiratory Protective Devices
PPE Standards for Face Masks
Relying on Standards in a ‘new’ world
8 Benefits of Standards
Supply Chain Security
Medical Devices
Understanding the delay of MDR2020
The Medical Devices Regulation 2020
The transition started in May 2017, and was due to finish in May 2020. There has been an enormous global effort across the industry to meet the new regulations by it's May 2020 deadline, when all previous MDD will become void.
Understanding ISO 14971:2019
The medical device risk management Standard
The third edition of ISO 14971:2019 was published in December 2019 and provides a thorough process for manufacturers within the medical device industry to assess, monitor, and control risks in the creation and use of a medical device.
The Power of Predictability in Medical Devices
Predictability in challenging times within the MedDev industry
Challenging times arise from unpredictable circumstances. Predictability usually translates into low risk situations, whereas unpredictability usually translates into varying types of risk (including residual or inherent risks).
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Quality Management Systems in Medical Devices with ISO 13485
Staying on Top of Regulatory Obligations in the Medical Device Industry
3 Standards to Help with Controlling the Spread of Infection
Guiding Healthcare Providers on Sterilising Techniques
Medical Device Labelling
Medical Devices Quality Requirements
Securing Healthcare Records and Privacy
Medical Device engineering challenges
The Safe Handling of Health Care Waste Materials
MedDev Product Design to Product Development
Control the Spread of Infection
Is EU MDR 2020 the Brexit of the Med Dev industry?
Supporting the response to COVID-19
Performance of Filtering Respirators
Medical Industry and Device Standards
Energy and Renewables
A safe and sustainable mining industry with Standards
Stepping towards sustainability in mining
To say the mining industry is diverse is an understatement. It's an evolving industry that demands constant advancements while reducing costs, all while remaining compliant.
Global interoperability in the Oil and Gas Industry
ISO 15926 in the oil and gas industry
Technology's driving purpose is to make our lives easier. Technology in all its evolving forms helps humans go about their lives more efficiently. But what happens when technologies diverge and advance separately in parallel streams?
Oil & Gas Value Chain
The oil and gas industry supply chain is complex. There are various moving parts and systems to extract, produce and distribute oil & gas products that are so commonly used in everyday life.
Sustainability
4 Ways to empower Business with Sustainability Challenges
International Standards and Sustainability
As businesses start to place more importance on sustainability goals and practices, International Standards play a large role as the ultimate tools to help achieve these goals.
Top 5 Environmental Standards to help your business
Quality Management Systems
With organisations expected to address environmental issues as part of their business model, the implementation of environmental standards is now more important than ever.
A Better Fairer Sustainable World with Standards
World Standards Day shines a light on the importance of Standards
World Standards Day offers an opportunity to celebrate those who have contributed to developing the millions of Standards that we use and encounter every day.
Procurement
Control Costs and Enhance Profitability
5 Ways procurement helps budgets and profitability
When spending and procurement are conducted with a strategic and risk management based approach, unnecessary costs can be controlled and a businesses' profitability increases.
Standards for Procurement Teams
5 Ways procurement teams can utilise Standards
With businesses, suppliers, customers and the community prioritising the need for sustainable and ethical choices throughout all business processes - procurement plays an important role in aligning expectations in the decision-making process.
The Importance of Procurement
Procurement plays a crucial role in supply chain management
Procurement is the process of sourcing and acquiring goods and services that a company needs to fulfil its business model. It deals with the sourcing activities, negotiation, and strategic selection of goods and services needed by the business.
Technology
Technology Shaping the Logistics Industry
Three technologies shaping the future of the logistics industry
The logistics industry is transforming to make way for the demands of the future. Continually looking for improvements to reduce travel times and increase efficiencies overall, technological advancements play a vital role in this transformation.
3 Ways 5G is Changing the Logistics Industry
The future is here, and the future is fast.
5G networks are spreading around the world, increasing efficiency and efficacy of industries everywhere. Within the logistics industry, 5G will have particularly positive and powerful effects.
The Ultimate Guide to ISO/IEC 42001
Information Technology - Artificial intelligence
The Standard supports organisations to ask the right questions to help create rules for using artificial intelligence wisely. It acts as a guidebook to make sure an organisation's rules match what they do and their goals.