Do libraries have Australian standards?

Do libraries have Australian standards?

Contains current standards plus many superseded, withdrawn and obsolescent versions of Australian standards. The Library holds many standards that were in force prior to 2000 but not all have an individual catalogue entry.

Does Australia follow ISO standards?

Standards Australia is also Australia’s member of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), providing a direct link to the international arena and creating further standards development efficiencies.

How do I look up Australian standards?

Accessing Australian Standards Online

1. Go to Federation University Library at federation.edu.au/library.
2. Select the Databases tab and Search by database A-Z list.
3. Enter title search terms “Australian Standards Online” in the Find databases box or.
4. Click on “A” and scroll down to the Australian Standards Online database link.

Where can I get free Australian standards?

To identify current standards, use a site such as Techstreet or the SAI Global Infostore which provides information on Australian, ISO and a range of other international standards.

What are 2 Australian standards?

There are 2 types of standards, mandatory and voluntary.

How many Australian standards are there?

5,000 Australian Standards
Standards Australia maintains more than 5,000 Australian Standards® and associated publications, all available in a variety of formats from the traditional printed book, through to advanced online subscription services.

What do Standards Australia do?

Australian standards set out specifications and design procedures to ensure products and services consistently perform safely, reliably, and the way they’re intended to. There are 2 types of standards, mandatory and voluntary.

How many standards are there in Australia?

Do you have to buy Australian Standards?

Standards and the Law On their own, standards are voluntary. There is no requirement for the public to comply with standards. However, State and Commonwealth governments often refer to Australian Standards® (AS) or joint Australian/New Zealand Standards (AS/NZS) in their legislation.

How much do Australian Standards cost?

Since 2003 Standards Australia has given exclusive publishing rights to SAI Global. SAI Global then holds its own agreement with nine participating libraries around Australia, giving each library online access to standards at an annual cost of $14,000.

Is an Australian standard a legal requirement?

Standards are not laws, so there is no general requirement to conform to a Standard. However, conforming to specific Standards is mandatory if there is a law which says you must conform with it.

Are Australian standards legal?