standards

Question 1

definition

Answer 1

standards are documents that set out the technical specifications or other criteria needed to ensure that a product, service or system will consistently do the job it is required to do

Question 2

purpose

Answer 2

is to ensure safety reliability, consistency and quality

Question 3

international standards purpose

Answer 3

international organisation for standardization is responsible for developing worldwide standards to ensure the products manufactured in one country can be sold and used in another. reduce the technical barriers to international trade, increase the size of potential markets and position australian firms to compete in a world economy. not all products have standards and most are adopted voluntarily

Question 4

mandatory standards

Answer 4

required by law

standard becomes mandatory when the goverment identifies it or refers to it in legislation eg childrens toys

Question 5

international standards what they do

Answer 5

many relate to how a product is produced rather than the product itself. outline management systems such as quality and environmental. usually generalised and can be applied to all companies

Question 6

health and safety ohs

Answer 6

applies to all workplaces and must be kept safe for employees customers and general public. all aus businesses are legally obliged to provide safe premises, safe machinery and materials. workplace illnesses and injury cost businesses a great deal financially and in reputation