2.10 National and International Standards Flashcards
What is the BSI kitemark?
the Kitemark is a quality assurance mark for UK product and service quality which is owned and operated by the British Standards Institution (BSI group). The Kitemark is most frequently used to identify products where safety is paramount, such as crash helmets, smoke alarms and flood defences. Does not talk about how well the product functions or how well designed it is-it just tells you it is safe to use and meets the safety standards. The BSI is optional for companies.
What is the ISO?
international standards organisation where internationally recognised standards are agreed and put in place, allowing companies to sell their product abroad.
What is the CE mark?
The CE mark (European conformity marking) signifies that products sold in the EEA have been assessed to meet high safety, health, and environmental protection requirements. For a product to be sold within the EEA it must have this mark.
What is the ISO 9000 series?
a set of 5 quality management standards set out by the ISO
What is the RoHS directive?
the restriction of hazardous substances directive is a European directive that restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electronic and electrical products. All products sold in the EU must be RoHS compliant. It aims to prevent hazardous substances entering the production process due to human health and environmental risks
Give 4 metals banned under the RoHS directive
lead
mercury
cadmium
chromium
What is the battery directive?
an amendment of the 2006 banned substances directive which, in combination with the RoHS and WEEE directives, deals specifically with the restriction of hazardous substances and safe disposal of batteries and accumulators). It limits the amount of mercury allowed in batteries and the volume of cadmium in portable batteries. It also requires all batteries to have a crossed-out wheelie bin to explain they shouldn’t be disposed of in normal waste.
What is the WEEE directive?
the waste from electrical and electronic equipment directive is a mandatory European directive that covers the end of life of electrical and electronic equipment, whereas RoHS outlines the materials that can be used in the product.
What is the EU packaging directive?
aims to limit the production of, and prompt the recycling and use of, packaging materials. All packaging must be marked with the specific materials used, the weight and volume must be minimal, and there should be no hazardous substances
What is the EC energy label?
a compulsory system required on a wide range of household appliances. It must be displayed by manufacturers and retailers to guide customer choice. It uses a coloured scale from A to G to rank energy efficiency
What is eco-labelling?
a wide range of voluntary environmental certifications given to companies seen to meet specific environmental targets
What is the FSC?
forest stewardship council logo is found on products made from sustainable timber, paper or other forest products. FSC forests are are managed in an environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable manner. FSC guarantee that the workers are trained, working safely and receive a fair wage.
What is the EPA energy star?
a program developed between the EU and US to standardise how IT equipment was labelled to show energy usage
What is the Mobius loop
a universal recycling symbol consisting of three chasing arrows forming a triangle. It indicates that a product is capable of being recycled. Sometimes, it includes a percentage in the middle to show how much of the product is made from recycled materials.
Explain the European Eco-label
a voluntary label awarded to products and services meeting high environmental standards throughout their life cycle. It helps consumers identify products that have a reduced environmental impact
