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AS/NZS 60335.2.27:2024
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.27: Particular requirements for skin exposure to optical radiation
AS/NZS 60335.2.65:2024
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.65: Particular requirements for air-cleaning appliances.
AS/NZS 3100:2022 A2
Approval and test specification – General requirements for electrical equipment
AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2024
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.97: Particular requirements for drives for shutters, awnings, blinds and similar equipment
AS/NZS 60335.2.73:2024
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.73: Particular requirements for fixed immersion heaters
AS/NZS 60335.2.95:2024
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.95: Particular requirements for drives for vertically moving garage doors for residential use
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Draft Publication
DR 24047:2024 - Regulatory compliance mark for electrical and electronic equipment Part 2: Specific requirements for particular regulatory applications
AS/NZS 4417.2:2020 specifies the requirements for the Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) and its placement on electrical and electronic equipment to indicate compliance with particular regulations applicable to aspects of the equipment as detailed in this standard. It is to be read in conjunction with AS/NZS 4417.2 and with the Electrical Equipment Safety System (EESS), Equipment Safety Rules, relevant Australian State and Territory Electrical Safety legislation, New Zealand Electricity (Safety) Regulations and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) and Radio spectrum Management (RSM) Regulations.
The proposed amendment applies to committee representation, preface, clause 1.1, 3.5 and 3.6 in relation to RSM, and B.2 and B.4 in relation to Australian equipment regulatory definitions and risk classifications.
Please click here to provide feedback on this draft proposal.
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Closing date for comments 16/12/2024
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AS/NZS 62841.3.5:2024 (Includes IEC Text) - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3.5: Particular requirements for transportable circular saws
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers.
This Standard is an adoption of the first edition of IEC 62841 3-5 Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3-5 Particular requirements for transportable band saws. There are no national variations to this part of AS/NZS 62841 other than those listed in the national variations in AS/NZS 62841.1:2015.
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AS/NZS 62841.3.5:2024 (Excludes IEC Text) - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety –Part 3.5: Particular requirements for transportable band saws
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers.
This Standard is an adoption of the first edition of IEC 62841 3-5 Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3-5 Particular requirements for transportable band saws. There are no national variations to this part of AS/NZS 62841 other than those listed in the national variations in AS/NZS 62841.1:2015.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.7:2020 (Excludes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety Part 2.7: Particular requirements for washing machines
This amendment to the national variations takes effect 2 years from the date of publication of this amendment. The other parts of the amendment take effect from the date of publication. During this period, AS/NZS 60335.2.7:2020 without this amendment will also remain current.
Regulatory authorities that reference this standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this standard should consult these authorities to confirm their requirements.
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AS/NZS 62841.4.4:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) A1 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety Part 4.4: Particular requirements for lawn trimmers, lawn edge trimmers, grass trimmers, brush cutters and brush saws
Amendment applies to the foreword of AS/NZS 62841.4.4 and takes effect from the date of publication.
Energy, Electricity and Gas, Manufacturing and Processing
AS/NZS 60335.2.7:2020 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.7: Particular requirements for washing machines
This amendment to the national variations takes effect 2 years from the date of publication of this amendment. The other parts of the amendment take effect from the date of publication. During this period, AS/NZS 60335.2.7:2020 without this amendment will also remain current.
Regulatory authorities that reference this standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this standard should consult these authorities to confirm their requirements.
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AS/NZS 62841.4.4:2021 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety Part 4.4: Particular requirements for lawn trimmers, lawn edge trimmers, grass trimmers, brush cutters and brush saws
Amendment applies to the foreword of AS/NZS 62841.4.4 and takes effect from the date of publication.
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NZS ISO 19880.3:2024 - Gaseous hydrogen – Fuelling stations – Part 3: Valves
Standard objective is to specify the requirements and test methods for the safe performance of high-pressure gas valves used in gaseous hydrogen stations of up to the H70 designation.
This document covers the following gas valves:
(a) Check valves;
b) Excess-flow valves;
(c) Flow-control valves;
(d) Hose-breakaway devices;
(e) Manual valves;
(f) Pressure-safety valves;
(g) Shut-off valves.
This standard was prepared by the P3652 Hydrogen Standards Committee and is identical to and has been reproduced from ISO 19880-3:2018, Gaseous hydrogen – Fuelling stations – Part 3: Valves.
Energy, Electricity and Gas, Manufacturing and Processing, Transportation and Logistics
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Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 3760:2010 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment
Superseded by AS/NZS 3760:2022
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Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60825.5:2023 - Safety of laser products, Part 5: Manufacturers checklist for AS/NZS 2211.1
The objective of this document is to specify requirements intended for use by manufacturers of laser products and their agents to establish that each new or modified design conforms to the requirements of AS/NZS IEC 60825.1:2014. The checklist is used in conjunction with AS/NZS IEC 60825.1, as relevant clauses and subclauses in AS/NZS IEC 60825.1 are referred to in the text. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC TR 60825-5:2019, Safety of laser products – Part 5: Manufacturer’s checklist for IEC 60825‑1. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Closing date for comments 21/6/2023
DR AS/NZS IEC 60825.4:2023 - Safety of laser products, Part 4: Laser guards
The objective of this document is to specify the requirements for laser guards, permanent and temporary (for example, for service), that enclose the process zone of a laser processing machine, and specifications for proprietary laser guards. This document applies to all component parts of a guard including clear (visibly transmitting) screens and viewing windows, panels, laser curtains and walls. In addition, this document indicates: (a) how to assess and specify the protective properties of a laser guard; and (b) how to select a laser guard. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 60825‑4:2022, Safety of laser products – Part 4: Laser guards. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Closing date for comments 21/6/2023
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS ISO 19818.1:2023 - Eye and face protection – Protection against laser radiation, Part 1: Requirements and test methods
The objective of this document is to apply to protectors intended to provide protection against accidental exposure to laser radiation within the wavelength range 180 nm to 1 mm. It specifies the requirements, test methods and marking. Protectors intended for adjustment work on lasers are included in the scope of this document and are marked in the same way as other protectors, but selection of appropriate eyewear for a specific application is a choice of the user. Laser protective filters used as viewing windows in laser equipment machinery or incorporated into optical instruments such as operating microscopes and loupes that may be used for deliberate viewing of laser radiation as part of their function are outside the scope of this document. Laser radiation in the wavelength range below 180 nm is absorbed in air, therefore eye and face protection should not be required. This document is applicable to devices intended for patient protection during medical laser procedures except for treatment in the periorbital area. Guidance on eye protectors for patients (including those used for periorbital treatment) is given in ISO/TR 22463. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Closing date for comments 15/6/2023
New Publication
AS/NZS IEC 62232:2023 - Determination of RF field strength, power density and SAR in the vicinity of base stations for the purpose of evaluating human exposure
Standard identically adopts IEC 62232:2022, which provides methods for the determination of RF field strength, power density and specific absorption rate (SAR) in the vicinity of base stations (BS) for the purpose of evaluating human exposure.
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AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical installations (the Wiring Rules)
AS/NZS 5139, Electrical installations—Safety of battery systems for use with power conversion equipment
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AS/NZS IEC 61000.3.3:2023
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), Part 3.3: Limits - Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current ≤16 A per phase and not subject to conditional connection.
AS/NZS IEC 61000.2.2:2023
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), Part 2.2 Environment - Compatibility levels for low-frequency conducted disturbances and signalling in public low-voltage power supply systems.
AS/NZS IEC 61000.4.13:2023
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), Part 4.13: Testing and measurement techniques - Harmonics and interharmonics includingmains signalling at a.c. power port, low frequency immunity tests
AS/NZS 1170.2:2021 A1
Structural design actions, Part 2: Wind actions
AS/NZS IEC 62232:2023
Determination of RF field strength, power density and SAR in the vicinity of base stations for the purpose of evaluating human exposure
AS/NZS 50004:2023
Energy management systems — Guidance for the implementation, maintenance and improvement of an AS/NZS ISO 50001 energy management system (ISO 50004:2020, (E.D. 1.0), MOD)
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AS/NZS 4836:2023 - Safe working on or near low-voltage and extra-low voltage electrical installations and equipment
Standard outlines principles, guidelines, and procedures for safe work on or near low‐voltage and extra‐low voltage electrical installations and equipment. It provides a minimum set of procedures, safety requirements and recommendations to manage the hazards associated with electricity, specifically arc blast, arc flash, electric shock, and electrocution.
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AS/NZS 1789:2023 - Metallic and other inorganic coatings — Electroplated coatings of zinc with supplementary treatments on iron or steel (ISO 2081:2018, MOD)
Standard adopts and modifies ISO 2081:2018, which specifies requirements for electroplated coatings of zinc with supplementary treatments on iron or steel. It includes information to be supplied by the purchaser to the electroplater, and the requirements for heat treatment before and after electroplating. This document does not specify requirements for the surface condition of the basis metal prior to electroplating with zinc.
Manufacturing and Processing
AS/NZS IEC 60839.11.5:2023 - Alarm and electronic security systems Part 11.5: Electronic access control systems – Open supervised device protocol (OSDP)
Standard identically adopts and modifies IEC 60839‐11‐5:2020, which. describes the communication protocol for interfacing one or more Peripheral Devices (PD) to an Access Control Unit (ACU).
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Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 4836:2011 - Safe working on or near low-voltage electrical installations and equipment
Superseded by AS/NZS 4836:2023
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DR AS/NZS 61386.21:2015 Amd 2:2022 - Conduit systems for cable management, Part 21: Particular requirements - Rigid conduit systems
This Amendment applies to the following elements: • Preface • Clause 8.201.1 • Tables 201, 207 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Energy, Electricity and Gas
Closing date for comments 10/1/2023
New Publication
AS/NZS IEC 60706.3:2022 - Maintainability of equipment - Part 3: Verification and collection, analysis and presentation of data
Standard identically adopts IEC 60706 3:2006, which describes the various aspects of verification necessary to ensure that the specified maintainability requirements of an item have been met and provides suitable procedures and test methods.
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AS/NZS IEC 60706.5:2022 - Maintainability of equipment, Part 5: Testability and diagnostic testing
Standard identically adopts IEC 60706 5:2007, which provides guidance for the early consideration of testability aspects in design and development and assists in determining effective test procedures as an integral part of operation and maintenance. This document can be applied to all types of products which may include commercial off‐the‐shelf (COTS) items. In this respect, it does not matter whether the product uses mechanical, hydraulic, electrical or some other technology.
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AS/NZS IEC 61070:2022 - Compliance test procedures for steady-state availability
Standard identically adopts IEC 61070:1991, which specifies techniques for availability performance testing of frequently maintained items when the availability performance measure used is either steady‐state availability or steady‐state unavailability. It is applicable to compliance testing of the steady‐state availability of items attaining only two states, up‐state and down‐state.
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AS/NZS IEC 61123:2022 - Reliability testing - Compliance test plans for success ratio
Standard identically adopts IEC 61123:2019, which defines a procedure to verify if the reliability of an item/system complies with the stated requirements. The requirements are assumed to be specified as the percentage of success (success ratio) or the percentage of failures (failure ratio).
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AS/NZS IEC 61907:2022 - Communication network dependability engineering
Standard identically adopts IEC 61907:2009, which provides guidance on dependability engineering of communication networks. It establishes a generic framework for network dependability performance, provides a process for network dependability implementation, and presents criteria and methodology for network technology designs, performance evaluation, security consideration and quality of service measurement to achieve network dependability performance objectives.
Business and Trade, Engineering, Digital and Media
AS/NZS IEC 62853:2022 - Open systems dependability
Standard identically adopts IEC 62853:2018 which provides guidance in relation to a set of requirements placed upon system life cycles in order for an open system to achieve open systems dependability. Elaborates on AS/NZS IEC 60300.1 by providing details of the changes needed to accommodate the characteristics of open systems. It defines process views based on AS/NZS ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288:2015, which identifies the set of system life cycle processes
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AS/NZS IEC 62960:2022 - Dependability reviews during the life cycle
Standard identically adopts IEC 62960:2020 which provides guidance on a review methodology for dependability from a technical perspective that is applicable at all stages of a system life cycle. Its application can improve the dependability of a system throughout its life cycle by triggering appropriate actions at appropriate times to address potential dependability problems.
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AS/NZS IEC 60825.2:2022 - Safety of laser products, Part 2: Safety of optical fibre communication systems (OFCSs)
Standard identically adopts IEC 60825 2:2021 and its Corrigendum No. 1 (2021), which provides requirements and guidance for the safe operation and maintenance of optical fibre communication systems (OFCSs). In these systems, optical power is possibly accessible outside the confines of the transmitting equipment and/or at great distance from the optical source.
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Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for residential use
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Access to this guideline has been sponsored by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), who recognise the significance electricity and the role EVs will play in our connected future. This is of particular importance to non-technical audiences and to that end, public access to a PDF copy of the publicly available specification (PAS) is available online, at no charge.
SNZ PAS 6011:2021 Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for residential use
SNZ PAS 6011: Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for residential applications is targeted exclusively at plug-in type EVs and has been prepared by representatives from the motor vehicle industry, electrical engineering, energy retailers and transport sectors, as a collation of best-practice advice for New Zealand consumers on the charging and installation of EV chargers at residential premises. The objective of this publicly available specification, is to provide consumers with clear and simple guidance on how to safely, and cost effectively charge an EV in the home. This document also covers key aspects that equipment installers need to consider, prior to the installation of an EV charger in a residential environment.
Copyright in SNZ PAS 6011 is Crown copyright, administered by the New Zealand Standards Executive. Access to this standard has been sponsored by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority under copyright licence LN001390.
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Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for commercial applications
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Access to this guideline has been sponsored by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), who recognise the significance electricity and the role EVs will play in our connected future. This is of particular importance to non-technical audiences and to that end, public access to a PDF copy of the publicly available specification (PAS) is available online, at no charge.
SNZ PAS 6010:2021 Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for commercial applications
SNZ PAS 6010: Electric vehicle (EV) chargers for commercial applications is targeted exclusively at plug-in type EVs. The PAS has been prepared by representatives from the motor vehicle industry, electrical engineering, energy retailers and transport sectors as a collation of best-practice advice to guide New Zealand publicly facing businesses, suppliers of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), associated equipment and services to adopt a best practice approach for public and commercial EV charging. The PAS is designed to become a single touch point document, where all relevant general EV charging information is contained, and incorporates: WorkSafe New Zealand safety requirements and Waka Kotahi New Zealand Transport Agency guidance. Advice concerning the energy efficiency transmission of electricity from the grid to an EV in a commercial installation setting, and the types of chargers available to optimise this efficiency. The New Zealand Government Procurement Rules; selection criteria for government funding and investment. This is administered by government agencies, who are expected to apply this guideline.
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High-temperature heat pumps
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SNZ PAS 5210:2021 High-temperature heat pumps
The objective of this publicly available specification (PAS) is to provide advice and information to support the adoption of energy-efficient heat pump systems to deliver hot water in New Zealand commercial space heating applications (for example, schools or hospitals), and industrial process heat applications. Advice is included on how to quantify and compare the cost, performance, and environmental impact of heat pump systems.
This PAS includes electrically driven packaged heat pump systems with a heating capacity greater than 10 kW and delivering a temperature between 50°C and 160°C. Both new installations and retrofit installations to replace an existing heating system are considered. Site integration of the heat pump system is also considered. This includes the use and configuration of associated thermal storage and heating fluid distribution systems, electrical supply, advanced control, data connectivity, performance monitoring, commissioning and operating, and the provision of cooling. Safety issues and the issues and impacts of refrigerant selection are also noted.
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- 2022-09-16
Proposal to reconfirm
Demand response capabilities and supporting technologies for electrical products - Part 1: Demand response framework and requirements for demand response enabling devices (DREDs)
- 2022-09-09
Electrical installations - Periodic assessment
Standard sets out the requirements for periodic assessment of existing electrical installations which are connected to a low voltage a.c. supply system (exceeding 50 V a.c. but ... Supersedes by 3019.
Withdrawn
Simultaneous interpreting delivery platforms — Requirements and recommendations
Withdrawn on 08/09/2022
Proposal to reconfirm
Accessories for electric cables - Test requirements - Power cables with extruded insulation for rated voltages from 1.9/3.3 (3.6) kV up to and including 19/33 (36) kV
2022-08-26
Performance of household electrical appliances — Rotary clothes dryers Part 2: Energy efficiency labelling requirements
This amendment applies to the following elements: • Figures 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, B.1, B.2 Supersedes by 2442.
2022-08-11
Draft
Energy management systems — Guidance for the implementation, maintenance and improvement of an ISO 50001 energy management system
Closing date for comments 13/10/2022
· AS/NZS 2895.1:2007
Proposal to withdraw
Performance of household electrical appliances - Microwave ovens - Methods for measuring the performance of microwave ovens for household and similar purposes
Feedback closes on 23/07/2022
· AS/NZS 61000.4.14:2012
Proposal to reconfirm
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4.14: Testing and measurement techniques - Voltage fluctuation immunity test for equipment with input current not exceeding 16 A per phase
· AS/NZS 61000.4.27:2012
Proposal to reconfirm
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4.27: Testing and measurement techniques - Unbalance, immunity test for equipment with input current not exceeding 16 A per phase
· AS/NZS 61000.4.34:2012
Proposal to reconfirm
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4.34: Testing and measurements techniques - Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests for equipment with mains current more than 16 A per phase
· AS/NZS 61000.4.7:2012
Proposal to reconfirm
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4.7: Testing and measurement techniques - General guide on harmonics and interharmonics measurements and instrumentation, for power supply systems and equipment connected thereto
· AS/NZS 61000.4.8:2012
Proposal to reconfirm
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4.8: Testing and measurement techniques - Power frequency magnetic field immunity test
· AS/NZS 60601.2.43:2022
Medical electrical equipment, Part 2.43: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for interventional procedures
Standard adopts and modifies IEC 60601 2 43:2010+AMD1:2017 + AMD2:2019 CSV (ED. 2.2), which specifies provisions for basic safety and essential performance for fixed and mobile ...
· AS/NZS IEC 60601.2.41:2022
Medical electrical equipment, Part 2.41: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of surgical luminaires and luminaires for diagnosis
Standard identically adopts IEC 60601 2 41:2021, which specifies requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of surgical luminaires and luminaires for diagnosis
· AS/NZS 3760:2022
In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its ... Supersedes by 3760.
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Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 3019:2007 - Electrical installations - Periodic verification
Superseded by AS/NZS 3019:2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 3019:2022 - Electrical installations - Periodic assessment
Standard sets out the requirements for periodic assessment of existing electrical installations which are connected to a low voltage a.c. supply system (exceeding 50 V a.c. but not exceeding 1 000 V a.c.). Inspection and/or testing is intended, as far as reasonably practicable, to determine whether the installation and all its constituent equipment is in a safe condition for continued use.
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Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60825.3:2022 - Safety of laser products, Part 3: Guidance for laser displays and shows
The objective of this document is to give guidance on the planning and design, set-up, and conduct of laser displays and shows that make use of high-power lasers emitting output between 380 nm and 780 nm. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC TR 60825-3:2022, Safety of laser products – Part 3: Guidance for laser displays and shows. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 30/9/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 2442.2:2021 A3 - Performance of household electrical appliances — Rotary clothes dryers Part 2: Energy efficiency labelling requirements
This amendment applies to the following elements: • Figures 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, B.1, B.2
Proposal to withdraw Publication
AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 - Personal eye-protection - Part 1: Eye and face protectors for occupational applications
Specifies minimum requirements for non-prescription eye and face protectors and associated oculars designed to provide protection for the eyes and faces of persons in industrial undertakings against common industrial hazards such as flying particles and fragments, dusts, splashing materials and molten metals, harmful gases, vapours and aerosols.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Proposal to withdraw Publication
AS/NZS 2895.1:2007 - Performance of household electrical appliances - Microwave ovens - Methods for measuring the performance of microwave ovens for household and similar purposes
Specifies the reproducible performance measurements of household microwave ovens and combination microwave ovens from IEC 60705, Ed. 3.2(2006). In particular the principal performance characteristics and procedures for determining external dimensions, useable cavity volume, useable cavity dimensions, microwave power output, efficiency, uniformity of heating and heating of beverages. It does not include the subjective cooking tests of IEC 60705, Ed. 3.2(2006) (these are contained in AS/NZS 2895.3.:2007). Based on IEC 60705, Ed. 3.2 (2006) with national modifications.
AS/NZS 4869.2:2010 - Maritime Survivor Locating Systems (MSLS) - Operating on frequencies other than 121.5 MHz
Provides the minimum requirements for Maritime Survivor Locating Systems (MSLSs) intended for very short-range crew retrieval applications operating on frequencies other than 121.5 MHz, commonly referred to as man-overboard systems.
AS/NZS ISO 140.7:2006 - Acoustics - Measurement of sound insulation in buildings and of building elements - Field measurements of impact sound insulation of floors
Specifies field methods for measuring the impact sound insulation properties of buildings floors by using a standard tapping machine. This method is applicable to bare floors and also to floors with coverings. Adopted from ISO 140-7:1998, with national modifications.
Environment and Sustainability
Proposal to withdraw Publication
AS/NZS 4869.2:2010 - Maritime Survivor Locating Systems (MSLS) - Operating on frequencies other than 121.5 MHz
Provides the minimum requirements for Maritime Survivor Locating Systems (MSLSs) intended for very short-range crew retrieval applications operating on frequencies other than 121.5 MHz, commonly referred to as man-overboard systems.
AS/NZS ISO 140.7:2006 - Acoustics - Measurement of sound insulation in buildings and of building elements - Field measurements of impact sound insulation of floors
Specifies field methods for measuring the impact sound insulation properties of buildings floors by using a standard tapping machine. This method is applicable to bare floors and also to floors with coverings. Adopted from ISO 140-7:1998, with national modifications.
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New Publication
AS/NZS 3760:2022 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) on the 24th June 2023. This edition has undergone a complete revision.
AS/NZS 60079.14:2022 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 14: Design selection, erection and initial inspection
Standard adopts IEC 60079 14, setting out the specific requirements for the design, selection, erection, and initial inspection of electrical installations in, or associated with, explosive atmospheres. Applies to all electrical equipment including fixed, portable, transportable, and personal, and installations, permanent or temporary.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 Amendment 1 is a correction to reference IEC 60335-2-115 Edition 1 including its Corrigendum 1 (2022). AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 Amendment 1 is a correction to reference IEC 60335-2-115 Edition 1 including its Corrigendum 1 (2022). AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.24: Particular requirements for refrigerating appliances, ice-cream appliances and ice-makers Amendment No. 1 (Correction) (2022)
The changes required by Amendment 1 (Correction) are indicated in the text by a marginal bar and amendment number against the part affected. AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021(Excludes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.24: Particular requirements for refrigerating appliances, ice-cream appliances and ice-makers Amendment No. 1 (Correction) (2022)
The changes required by Amendment 1 (Correction) are indicated in the text by a marginal bar and amendment number against the part affected. AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021.
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 10.1: Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres
Standard adopts IEC 60079 10 1:2020, which specify requirements for the classification of areas where flammable gas or vapour hazards may arise and may then be used as a basis to support the proper design, construction, operation and maintenance of equipment for use in hazardous areas.
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 Supplement 1 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 10.1: Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres – Commentary (Supplement 1 to AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022)
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 Sup 1:2022 provides commentary and additional information to support the application of AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022.
AS/NZS IEC 61331.1:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 1: Determination of attenuation properties of materials
Standard adopts IEC 61331 1:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for materials in sheet form used for the manufacturing of protective devices against X‐radiation of radiation qualities generated with X‐ray tube voltages up
AS/NZS IEC 61331.2:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 2: Translucent protective plates
Standard adopts IEC 61331 2:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for translucent protective plates used for radiation protection in X‐ray diagnosis and in X‐ray therapy. It also applies to translucent protective plates used for protection against gamma radiation in nuclear medicine and brachytherapy with automatically controlled after loading equipment.
AS/NZS IEC 61331.3:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 3: Protective clothing, eyewear and protective patient shields
Standard adopts IEC 61331 3:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for protective devices, such as protective clothing and eyewear for the protection of persons against X‐radiation up to 150 kV, during radiological examinations and interventional procedures.
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 4543.1:1999 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Determination of attenuation properties of materials
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.1:2022
AS/NZS 4543.2:1999 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Protective glass plates
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.2:2022
AS/NZS 4543.3:2000 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Protective clothing and protective devices for gonads
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.3:2022
AS/NZS 60079.10.1:2009 (RLV) - Explosive atmospheres - Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022
AS/NZS 60079.14:2017 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 14: Design selection, erection and initial inspection
Superseded by AS/NZS 60079.14:2022
Environment and Sustainability
New Publication
AS/NZS 3760:2022 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) on the 24th June 2023. This edition has undergone a complete revision.
AS/NZS 60079.14:2022 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 14: Design selection, erection and initial inspection
Standard adopts IEC 60079 14, setting out the specific requirements for the design, selection, erection, and initial inspection of electrical installations in, or associated with, explosive atmospheres. Applies to all electrical equipment including fixed, portable, transportable, and personal, and installations, permanent or temporary.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 Amendment 1 is a correction to reference IEC 60335-2-115 Edition 1 including its Corrigendum 1 (2022). AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 Amendment 1 is a correction to reference IEC 60335-2-115 Edition 1 including its Corrigendum 1 (2022). AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 cannot be used without this amendment. The application date of the change introduced by Amendment 1 is applicable to AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 from the date of publication of AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021.
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 10.1: Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres
Standard adopts IEC 60079 10 1:2020, which specify requirements for the classification of areas where flammable gas or vapour hazards may arise and may then be used as a basis to support the proper design, construction, operation and maintenance of equipment for use in hazardous areas.
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 Supplement 1 - Explosive atmospheres, Part 10.1: Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres – Commentary (Supplement 1 to AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022)
AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022 Sup 1:2022 provides commentary and additional information to support the application of AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022.
AS/NZS IEC 61331.1:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 1: Determination of attenuation properties of materials
Standard adopts IEC 61331 1:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for materials in sheet form used for the manufacturing of protective devices against X‐radiation of radiation qualities generated with X‐ray tube voltages up
AS/NZS IEC 61331.2:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 2: Translucent protective plates
Standard adopts IEC 61331 2:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for translucent protective plates used for radiation protection in X‐ray diagnosis and in X‐ray therapy. It also applies to translucent protective plates used for protection against gamma radiation in nuclear medicine and brachytherapy with automatically controlled after loading equipment.
AS/NZS IEC 61331.3:2022 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation, Part 3: Protective clothing, eyewear and protective patient shields
Standard adopts IEC 61331 3:2014 (ED.2.0), which specifies requirements for protective devices, such as protective clothing and eyewear for the protection of persons against X‐radiation up to 150 kV, during radiological examinations and interventional procedures.
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 4543.1:1999 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Determination of attenuation properties of materials
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.1:2022
AS/NZS 4543.2:1999 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Protective glass plates
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.2:2022
AS/NZS 4543.3:2000 - Protective devices against diagnostic medical X-radiation - Protective clothing and protective devices for gonads
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61331.3:2022
AS/NZS 60079.10.1:2009 (RLV) - Explosive atmospheres - Classification of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 60079.10.1:2022
AS/NZS 60079.14:2017 - Explosive atmospheres - Part 14: Design selection, erection and initial inspection
Superseded by AS/NZS 60079.14:2022
Manufacturing and Processing
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS 4856:2022 - Welding consumables — Covered electrodes for manual metal arc welding of creep-resisting steels — Classification
Closing date for comments 12/8/2022
DR AS/NZS ISO 14175:2022 - Welding consumables — Gases and gas mixtures for fusion welding and allied processes
The objective of this document is to specify requirements for the classification of gases and gas mixtures used in fusion welding and allied processes including, but not limited to — (a) tungsten arc welding (Process 141); (b) gas-shielded metal arc welding (Process 13); (c) plasma arc welding (Process 15); (d) plasma arc cutting (Process 83); (e) laser welding (Process 52); (f) laser cutting (Process 84); and (g) arc braze welding (Process 972). This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 14175:2008, Welding consumables — Gases and gas mixtures for fusion welding and allied processes. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 9/8/2022
DR AS/NZS ISO 14341:2022 - Welding consumables — Wire electrodes and weld deposits for gas shielded metal arc welding of non alloy and fine grain steels — Classification
The objective of this document is to specify requirements for the classification of wire electrodes and weld deposits in the as-welded condition and in the post-weld heat-treated condition for gas shielded metal arc welding of non-alloy and fine grain steels with a minimum yield strength of up to 500 MPa or a minimum tensile strength of up to 570 MPa. One wire electrode can be tested and classified with different shielding gases. This document constitutes a combined specification providing classification utilizing a system based upon the yield strength and the average impact energy of 47 J of all-weld metal, or utilizing a system based upon the tensile strength and the average impact energy of 27 J of all-weld metal. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 5/8/2022
DR AS/NZS ISO 17632:2022 - Welding consumables — Tubular cored electrodes for gas shielded and non-gas shielded metal arc welding of non-alloy and fine grain steels — Classification
The objective of this document is to specify requirements for the classification of tubular cored electrodes with or without a gas shield for metal arc welding of non-alloy and fine grain steels in the as-welded condition or in the post-weld heat-treated condition with a minimum yield strength of up to 500 MPa or a minimum tensile strength of up to 570 MPa. One tubular cored electrode can be tested and classified with different shielding gases if any. This document is a combined specification providing classification utilizing a system based upon the yield strength and the average impact energy of 47 J of all-weld metal or utilizing a system based upon the tensile strength and the average impact energy of 27 J of all-weld metal. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 5/8/2022
DR AS/NZS ISO 17634:2022 - Welding consumables — Tubular cored electrodes for gas shielded metal arc welding of creep-resisting steels — Classification
The objective of this document is to specify requirements for the classification of tubular cored electrodes used in the post-weld heat-treated condition for gas shielded metal arc welding of creep-resisting and low alloy elevated temperature steels. One tubular cored electrode can be tested and classified with different shielding gases. This document is a combined specification providing for classification utilizing a system based upon the chemical composition of an all-weld metal or utilizing a system based upon the tensile strength and the chemical composition of the all-weld metal. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 5/8/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 3760:2022 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) on the 24th June 2023. This edition has undergone a complete revision.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 3100:2017 - Approval and test specification - General requirements for electrical equipment
Superseded by AS/NZS 3100:2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 3100:2022 - Approval and test specification – General requirements for electrical equipment
Standard specifies the general safety requirements for, or with respect to, equipment (including fittings, accessories, appliances and apparatus) of classes and types that are used in, or intended for use in, or in connection with, electrical installations in buildings, structures, and premises. It is not applicable to an appliance within the scope of AS/NZS 60335.1 or a part 2 of this Standard, except where an approval and test specification makes reference to this Standard. Guidelines covering design and testing of electrical equipment to ensure safety and protection against electric shock, including the principles and application of double insulation, are contained in Annex D. Users of this Standard may find it helpful to study Annex D before reading the main body of this Standard. AS/NZS 3100:2022 will supersede the 2017 edition on 24 June 2022.
AS/NZS 60335.1:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
Standard is an adoption with Australian and New Zealand national modifications of the sixth edition of IEC 60335 1, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements. It has been varied as indicated to take account of Australian and New Zealand conditions. The 2022 edition of AS/NZS 60335.1 is only to be used in conjunction with the appropriate Part 2 of AS/NZS 60335 based on this edition. The Parts 2 contain clauses to supplement or modify the corresponding clauses in this part to provide the relevant requirements for each type of appliance. AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments remain valid until all the parts 2 that are used in conjunction with it have been withdrawn. No date of withdrawal of AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments (dow) has therefore been fixed.
AS/NZS 60335.1:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
Standard is an adoption with Australian and New Zealand national modifications of the sixth edition of IEC 60335 1, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements. It has been varied as indicated to take account of Australian and New Zealand conditions. The 2022 edition of AS/NZS 60335.1 is only to be used in conjunction with the appropriate Part 2 of AS/NZS 60335 based on this edition. The Parts 2 contain clauses to supplement or modify the corresponding clauses in this part to provide the relevant requirements for each type of appliance. AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments remain valid until all the parts 2 that are used in conjunction with it have been withdrawn. No date of withdrawal of AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments (dow) has therefore been fixed
AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.4: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.4: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Environment and Sustainability
New Publication
AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 (Excl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.4: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 (Incl IEC Text) - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.4: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 on 24 June 2025. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Manufacturing and Processing
New Publication
AS/NZS 62841.3.12:2018 (Excludes IEC text) A1 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3.12: Particular requirements for transportable threading machines Amendment No. 1
Amendment applies to Committee representation, Clauses 21.35 and 23.3. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from the date of publication of this amendment. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62841.3.12:2018 (Includes IEC Text) A1 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3.12: Particular requirements for transportable threading machines Amendment No. 1
Amendment applies to Committee representation, Clauses 21.35 and 23.3. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from the date of publication of this amendment. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
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Consumer and Occupational Safety
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 1716:2012 - Respiratory protective devices
Superseded by AS/NZS ISO 16900.6:2022
AS/NZS 4495:1997 - Radiotherapy equipment - Coordinates, movements and scales
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61217:2022
AS/NZS IEC 61217:2022 - Radiotherapy equipment - Coordinates, movements and scales
Standard identically adopts IEC 61217:2011, which defines a consistent set of coordinate systems for use throughout the process of teleradiotherapy, defines the marking of scales (where provided), defines the movements of ME equipment used in this process, and facilitates computer control when used.
AS/NZS ISO 16900.6:2022 - Respiratory protective devices — Methods of test and test equipment Method 6: Mechanical resistance/strength of components and connections
Standard identically adopts ISO 16900 6:2021, which specifies the method of test for the mechanical resistance and strength of components of respiratory protective devices.
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS 10542.1:2022 - DITRDC review: Technical systems and aids for people with disability - Wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems, Part 1: Requirements and test methods for all systems (ISO 10542-1:2012, MOD)
This Standard has been made available on Standards Australia’s Public Commenting Platform as it is part of a Regulatory Impact Statement review being run by the Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, and Communications. The standards in this review also include alternative text descriptions for all Figures in order to make them compliant with WCAG standard level 2.0. The text in the alternative text descriptions does not form part of the requirements of any Standard. For information on the Consultation RIS and access to the Standards during the consultation period please contact the Department at DisabilityTransport@infrastructure.gov.au. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 9/8/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS IEC 61217:2022 - Radiotherapy equipment - Coordinates, movements and scales
Standard identically adopts IEC 61217:2011, which defines a consistent set of coordinate systems for use throughout the process of teleradiotherapy, defines the marking of scales (where provided), defines the movements of ME equipment used in this process, and facilitates computer control when used.
AS/NZS ISO 16900.6:2022 - Respiratory protective devices — Methods of test and test equipment Method 6: Mechanical resistance/strength of components and connections
Standard identically adopts ISO 16900 6:2021, which specifies the method of test for the mechanical resistance and strength of components of respiratory protective devices.
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 1716:2012 - Respiratory protective devices
Superseded by AS/NZS ISO 16900.6:2022
AS/NZS 4495:1997 - Radiotherapy equipment - Coordinates, movements and scales
Superseded by AS/NZS IEC 61217:2022
Consumer and Occupational Safety
New Publication
AS/NZS IEC 60601.2.62:2022 - Medical electrical equipment, Part 2.62: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high intensity therapeutic ultrasound (HITU) equipment
Standard identically adopts IEC 60601‐2‐62:2013 which specifies safety requirements additional to those in IEC 60601‐1 for
It adds or replaces clauses listed in IEC 60601‐1 that are specific for high intensity therapeutic ultrasound equipment. Applies to the basic safety and essential performance of high intensity therapeutic ultrasound equipment.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Withdrawn Publication
AS/NZS 61558.2.15:2012 (Excludes IEC text) - Safety of transformers, reactors power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2.15: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers for the supply of medical locations
Deals with safety aspects of isolating transformers for the supply of medical locations. Safety includes electrical, thermal and mechanical aspects. This part is applicable to stationary, single-phase or three-phase, air-cooled (natural or forced) independent dry-type isolating transformers for the supply of medical IT systems for group 2 medical locations, designed to be permanently connected to the fixed wiring and intended to form the IT power system on the secondary side. The windings may be encapsulated or non-encapsulated. Adopted with national modifications from, but does not include the text of, IEC 61558-2-15 Ed 2.
Environment and Sustainability
Withdrawn Publication
AS/NZS 61558.2.15:2012 (Excludes IEC text) - Safety of transformers, reactors power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2.15: Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers for the supply of medical locations
Deals with safety aspects of isolating transformers for the supply of medical locations. Safety includes electrical, thermal and mechanical aspects. This part is applicable to stationary, single-phase or three-phase, air-cooled (natural or forced) independent dry-type isolating transformers for the supply of medical IT systems for group 2 medical locations, designed to be permanently connected to the fixed wiring and intended to form the IT power system on the secondary side. The windings may be encapsulated or non-encapsulated. Adopted with national modifications from, but does not include the text of, IEC 61558-2-15 Ed 2.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60601.1.3:2015 Amd 1:2022 - Medical electrical equipment, Part 1.3: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Radiation protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment
This Amendment applies to the following elements: • Front cover; • Preface; and • Amendment 2. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 13/4/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2022 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
Standard sets out a method for the continuous determination of PM2.5 particulate matter in ambient air using a tapered element oscillating microbalance (TEOM) monitor incorporating a filter dynamic measurement system (FDMS) unit. The method can provide a measure of mean particle concentration over periods from 1 h to 24 h
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2013 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air - Method 9.13: Determination of suspended particulate matter - PM2.5 continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
Superseded by AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2022
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60601.1.3:2015 Amd 1:2022 - Medical electrical equipment, Part 1.3: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Radiation protection in diagnostic X-ray equipment
This Amendment applies to the following elements: • Front cover; • Preface; and • Amendment 2. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 13/4/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2022 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
Standard sets out a method for the continuous determination of PM2.5 particulate matter in ambient air using a tapered element oscillating microbalance (TEOM) monitor incorporating a filter dynamic measurement system (FDMS) unit. The method can provide a measure of mean particle concentration over periods from 1 h to 24 h
Superseded Publication
AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2013 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air - Method 9.13: Determination of suspended particulate matter - PM2.5 continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
Superseded by AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2022
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 61217:2022 - Radiotherapy equipment - Coordinates, movements and scales
The objective of this document is to define a consistent set of coordinate systems for use throughout the process of teleradiotherapy, to define the marking of scales (where provided), to define the movements of ME equipment used in this process, and to facilitate computer control when used. This document applies to equipment and data related to the process of teleradiotherapy, including patient image data used in relation with radiotherapy treatment planning systems, radiotherapy simulators, isocentric gamma beam therapy equipment, isocentric medical electron accelerators, and non-isocentric equipment when relevant. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 61217:2011 Radiotherapy equipment – Coordinates, movements, and scales. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 17/3/2022
Here are the latest changes to the standards you included in your Keep me up to date selection.
Manufacturing and Processing
Withdrawn Publication
AS/NZS 1268:1996 - Equipment for checking pressure and inflation of tyres
Specifies minimum requirements for tyre pressure gauging equipment when used to measure, inflate, control or adjust the pressure of tyres used on road vehicles.
AS/NZS 3889:1993 - Rubber and plastics. Analysis of multi-peak traces obtained in determinations of tear strength and adhesion strength
Specifies three methods of calculating, after test, the tear strength and adhesion strength of vulcanized rubber or fabrics coated with, or adhered to, rubber or plastics. This standard is identical with and reproduced from ISO 6133:1981.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60479.1:2021 - Effects of current on human beings and livestock, Part 1: General aspects
The objective of this document is to provide basic guidance on the effects of shock current on human beings and livestock. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 60479‑1:2018 Effects of current on human beings and livestock — Part 1: General aspects. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 26/1/2022
Withdrawn Publication
AS/NZS 2210.4:2009 - Occupational protective footwear - Specification for protective footwear
Specifies basic and additional (optional) requirements for safety footwear.
AS/NZS 4536:1999 - Life cycle costing - An application guide
Sets out a process for life cycle costing of a product as a component of an economic evaluation. The Standard is intended for use by both customers (users) and suppliers of products. Following the proposed methodology will give a dollar value representing the life cycle cost of the product. Appendices propose hypothetical worked examples which reflect the use of the outlined analysis, a sample spreadsheet indicating typical costs that may occur over the life cycle phases, typical cost-generating activities and an elaboration of real cost, nominal cost and discounted cost.
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS IEC 60479.1:2021 - Effects of current on human beings and livestock, Part 1: General aspects
The objective of this document is to provide basic guidance on the effects of shock current on human beings and livestock. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 60479‑1:2018 Effects of current on human beings and livestock — Part 1: General aspects. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 26/1/2022
Proposal to withdraw Publication
AS/NZS 4194:1994 - Requirements for the declaration of the acoustic output of medical diagnostic ultrasonic equipment
Establishes requirements for the declaration of the acoustic output of medical diagnostic equipment for the information of intending purchasers. Identical with and reproduced from IEC 61157:1993.
AS/NZS 4714:2000 - Ultrasonic power measurement in liquids in the frequency range 0.5 MHz to 25 MHz
Specifies a method of determining the total radiated acoustic power of ultrasonic transducers being used to test the calibration of ultrasound physiotherapy equipment. This Standard is identical with and has been reproduced from IEC 61161:1992 and its first Amendment (1998).
AS/NZS 4966:2002 - Ultrasonics - Pulsed Doppler diagnostic systems - Test procedures to determine performance
Describes test methods for measuring the performance of pulsed Doppler ultrasound systems, and applies to tests made on overall pulsed Doppler ultrasound system which is not disassembled or disconnected, and to tests made on pulsed Doppler ultrasound systems whether they are stand-alone or as part of another ultrasound instrument. Electrical safety, acoustic output and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) are not covered in this technical specification. It is identical with and reproduced from IEC TS 61895:1999.
Withdrawn Publication
AS/NZS 2210.4:2009 - Occupational protective footwear - Specification for protective footwear
Specifies basic and additional (optional) requirements for safety footwear.
AS/NZS 4536:1999 - Life cycle costing - An application guide
Sets out a process for life cycle costing of a product as a component of an economic evaluation. The Standard is intended for use by both customers (users) and suppliers of products. Following the proposed methodology will give a dollar value representing the life cycle cost of the product. Appendices propose hypothetical worked examples which reflect the use of the outlined analysis, a sample spreadsheet indicating typical costs that may occur over the life cycle phases, typical cost-generating activities and an elaboration of real cost, nominal cost and discounted cost.
In this issue:
- Carmen Mak, National Manager Standards New Zealand, shares her views on why standards matter
- SNZ PAS 5312 Gas and liquid fuel boiler systems helps companies to leave coal in the ground
- Hailing the next hydrogen-eration of fuel – New Zealand leading the way on a new standard
- Joint webinar with UL sparks conversation on electric vehicle charging systems
- Kevin Flint – Keeping you safe with ball valves
- Standards, your hidden holiday hero
- Comment on aged energy-related standards under review
- Committee member vacancies, including for optical fibre communications systems
Carmen Mak, National Manager Standards New Zealand, shares her views on why standards matter
‘This challenging year hasn’t stopped the need for standards,’ says Carmen. ‘The world is changing in so many ways, from looking at the energy we’re likely to be using in the future to reduce our carbon emissions, to keeping exports moving and transforming how we live through digital innovation. If there are people doing business, there are standards in the background supporting that work.’
Carmen gives a recap on the year and tells us why she thinks standards matter
SNZ PAS 5312 Gas and liquid fuel boiler systems helps companies to leave coal in the ground
The new publicly available specification (PAS) forms part of a suite of guidance sponsored by the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) to provide information on process heat technologies that present alternatives to using coal.
EECA has sponsored the development of SNZ PAS 5312 Gas and liquid fuel boiler systems to inform and guide best practice for those with coal boilers so that they can quickly adopt the gas and liquid fuel options already on the market.
Many schools, hospitals, prisons, hotels, industrial plants, and processing facilities still use coal-powered boilers. SNZ PAS 5312 provides advice and information to help users of coal boilers assess their options when looking to replace or upgrade their heating plant.
SNZ PAS 5312 Gas and liquid fuel boiler systems helps companies to leave coal in the ground
Hailing the next hydrogen-eration of fuel – New Zealand leading the way on a new standard
Hydrogen produced by methods that emit relatively low levels of greenhouse gases can be a preferable option to use in transportation and electricity generation, to help meet green energy demands.
Over the past year, Standards New Zealand and the trade and international team at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment | Hīkina Whakatutuki have been working with industry experts to develop a green credentialing standard that is internationally recognised for the production of hydrogen. The result is the establishment of the New Zealand-led APEC Sub-Committee on Standards and Conformance (or APEC SCSC 05 2020 Low-Carbon Hydrogen International Standard) working with the APEC Energy Working Group (EWG).
Kevin Flint – Keeping you safe with ball valves
You benefit from standards every day without realising it. Whether you’re filling your car or relying on mass transport, the systems used for highly flammable fuels must be made to standard.
Ball valves may be a tiny component but an essential element engineer and committee leader Kevin Flint was able to get incorporated into an international standard. Find out why they are so important.
Kevin Flint – keeping you safe with ball valves
Joint webinar with Underwriters Laboratories (UL) sparks conversation on electric vehicle charging systems
The 'standards for electric vehicle charging systems' webinar illustrated some of the challenges of electric vehicles and the role being played, and yet to be played, by standards.
The global audience from over 20 countries and around 200 organisations, representing regulatory bodies, fire safety, electric vehicle industry companies and institutes of higher learning, reflected the universal and growing interest in standardisation in this evolving topic.
A link to the synopsis and a recording of the event can be found on our website.
Standards, your hidden holiday hero
There is a range of standards to help demonstrate safety and reliability for the upcoming holiday season.
Hooray for the holiday season! You might be going jet-skiing, bungy jumping, diving, camping or just staying home with the BBQ, but did you know that standards play a role in keeping you safe? We like to think of standards as your hidden holiday hero. There are more than 9,000 New Zealand and international standards available, and their diversity underpins almost every aspect of life, leisure and business.
We're going to take this moment to acknowledge the hard work and expertise that has gone behind all the standards that exist in the background. Standards that help you enjoy your holiday activities safely and with confidence
Just some of the standards that help keep you safe
- NZS AS 4557(Int):2013 Domestic outdoor gas barbecues
- NZS 8603:2005 Design and application of outdoor recreation symbols
- SNZ HB 8630:2004 Tracks and outdoor visitor structures
- NZS 8500:2006 Safety barriers and fences around swimming pools, spas and hot tubs
- AS/NZS 2416.2:2010 Water safety signs and beach safety flags – Specifications for beach safety flags – Colour, shape, meaning and performance
- ISO 13687–1:2017 Tourism and related services – Yacht harbours – Part 1: Minimum requirements for basic service level harbours
- ISO 24803:2017 Recreational diving services – Requirements for recreational diving providers
- ISO 20187:2016 Inflatable play equipment – Safety requirements and test methods
- BS EN 1647:2018+A1:2021 Leisure accommodation vehicles. Caravan holiday homes. Habitation requirements relating to health and safety
Standards help demonstrate best practice and help keep people safe this holiday season. Take a look at our online shop or get in touch if you want more information.
Do you work with optical fibre communications systems?
The joint committee SF-019 Personal Protection Against Laser Radiation is looking for a specialist to join the committee on a revision of AS/NZS IEC 60825.2:2011 Safety of laser products, Part 2: Safety of optical fibre communication systems (OFCSs) (Identical adoption of IEC 60825-2:2021).
This standard aims to protect people from optical radiation resulting from optical fibre communications systems (OFCS).
We’re looking for representation from those with expertise in OFCS – manufacturers, installation, service and operating organisations.
Standards Australia is coordinating the committee. If you are interested please email joints@standards.govt.nz to be sent the nomination forms. The project will kick off early next year and we need nominations by 17 January 2022.
Other current vacancies
Here are current opportunities for participation on joint Australian/New Zealand standards committees:
Join a joint standard committee
We have vacancies for committee members on international ISO and IEC standards development committees in a range of diverse sectors including health equipment, paper and pulp, electronics and appliances and wheelchairs. See if there's something for your industry here:
International standards committee vacancies
Have your say on energy-related aged standards
Standards New Zealand constantly reviews New Zealand and joint Australian/New Zealand standards (in conjunction with Standards Australia) that are more than 10 years old to ensure they are current and continue to be fit for purpose. As part of this review, we ask for feedback from stakeholders on standards that we propose to withdraw or reconfirm.
A new list of joint publications under review will be published and available for comment from Monday 20 December. These are all energy sector-related standards and the rationale for reconfirmation or withdrawal is to reflect the source ISO/IEC adoptions.
Have your say – Review of aged standards
Can a publicly available specification (PAS) support your goals?
Publicly available specifications (PAS) are normative* documents responding to an urgent market need. They represent either consensus in an organisation or industry external to Standards New Zealand or consensus of the experts within a working group. A PAS can be produced by Standards New Zealand on behalf of another organisation, and will be recognised as having the status of a document developed and published by an independent national standards body.
We can help develop a PAS – with a shorter development time, it is a fast and effective way to inform more rapid change, whether for industry or consumers. With oversight from the same experienced project management team, a PAS can provide a stepping stone towards developing a full New Zealand standard.
- Call 0800 782 632
- engagement.snz@mbie.govt.nz
*A normative document is one that provides requirements.
Standards built into the evolving construction sector
The building sector is a major user of standards that keep our homes and workplaces dry, durable and safe and protect those working in the industry.
The regulator at the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment | Hīkina Whakatutuki has adopted a new tier framework to support the development and maintenance of standards referenced in building code documents.
New standards operating protocols confirmed for the building sector
The sector will see greater demands to meet the challenges of climate change. These will be highlighted in the regulator's Building for Climate Change programme, which outlines the shifting environment and expectations for those in the sector.
Building a greener future with the building for climate change programme
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Discover what standards are currently being worked on through our work schedule www.standards.govt.nz
Here are the latest changes to the standards you included in your Keep me up to date selection.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR 21014 CP AS/NZS 60335.1:2022 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments. However, AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments remain valid until all the parts 2 that are used in conjunction with it have been withdrawn. No date of withdrawal of AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 and its amendments (dow) has therefore been fixed. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements. This Standard is an adoption with Australian and New Zealand national modifications of the sixth edition of IEC 60335 1, Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements. It has been varied as indicated to take account of Australian and New Zealand conditions. The 2022 edition of AS/NZS 60335.1 is only to be used in conjunction with the appropriate Part 2 of AS/NZS 60335 based on this edition. The Parts 2 contain clauses to supplement or modify the corresponding clauses in this part to provide the relevant requirements for each type of appliance.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR 21015 CP AS/NZS 60335.2.67:2022 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.67: Particular requirements for floor treatment machines, for commercial use
This draft was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.67:2013 three years from the date of publication. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.67:2013 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR 21018 CP AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2022 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.79: Particular requirements for high pressure cleaners and steam cleaners
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 three years from the date of publication of this Standard. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2017 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR 21019 CP AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2.4 Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 three years from the date of publication of this Standard. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR 21021 CP AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 three years from the date of publication of this Standard. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR AS/NZS 4020:2018 Amd 1:2021 - Testing of products for use in contact with drinking water
The objective of this standard is to specify requirements for the suitability of products for use in contact with drinking water, with regard to their effect on the quality of water. This amendment applies to the following elements: • Preface • Clauses 6.8, L2 and N4.7 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 24/2/2022
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR 21019 CP AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2022 - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof - Part 2.4 Particular requirements and tests for isolating transformers and power supply units incorporating isolating transformers for general applications
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 three years from the date of publication of this Standard. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.4:2009 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR 21021 CP AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2022 - Safety of transformers, reactors, power supply units and combinations thereof – Part 2.16: Particular requirements and tests for switch mode power supply units and transformers for switch mode power supply units for general applications
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-002 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances and Small Power Transformers to supersede AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 three years from the date of publication of this Standard. During this period AS/NZS 61558.2.16:2010 and its amendments will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR AS/NZS 4020:2018 Amd 1:2021 - Testing of products for use in contact with drinking water
The objective of this standard is to specify requirements for the suitability of products for use in contact with drinking water, with regard to their effect on the quality of water. This amendment applies to the following elements: • Preface • Clauses 6.8, L2 and N4.7 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 24/2/2022
Manufacturing and Processing
Draft Publication
DR 21022 CP AS/NZS 62841.3.12:2018 Amendment 1 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery – Safety – Part 3.12: Particular requirements for transportable threading machines Amendment No. 1
This amendment applies to Committee representation, Clauses 21.35 and 23.3. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from the date of publication of this amendment. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
DR AS/NZS 4020:2018 Amd 1:2021 - Testing of products for use in contact with drinking water
The objective of this standard is to specify requirements for the suitability of products for use in contact with drinking water, with regard to their effect on the quality of water. This amendment applies to the following elements: • Preface • Clauses 6.8, L2 and N4.7 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 24/2/2022
Here are the latest changes to the standards you included in your Keep me up to date selection.
Manufacturing and Processing
New Publication
AS/NZS 62841.3.1:2015 (Excludes IEC Text) A2 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 3.1: Particular requirements for transportable table saws Amendment No. 2
AS/NZS 62841.3.1:2015 Amendment No. 2 applies to Clauses 2, 3, 8, 18, 19, 20, 21, Figures and Annex K. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 26 November 2023. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62841.4.4:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 4.4: Particular requirements for lawn trimmers, lawn edge trimmers, grass trimmers, brush cutters and brush saws
AS/NZS 62841.4.4:2021 applies to hand-held and walk-behind lawn trimmers and lawn edge trimmers, used by a standing operator for cutting grass, weeds or similar soft vegetation, and grass trimmers, brush cutters and brush saws used by a standing operator for cutting grass, weeds, brush, bushes, saplings and similar vegetation. AS/NZS 62841.4.4:2021 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.91:2008 on 26 November 2024. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.91:2008 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR 21013 CP AS/NZS 3100:2017 A4 - Approval and test specification - general requirements for electrical equipment Amendment No. 4
AS/NZS 3100:2017 Amendment No. 4 applies to Committee representation, Preface and Clause 8.15.9 in Section 8; and takes effect from the date of publication. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Closing date for comments 21/1/2022
New Publication
AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 (Excludes IEC text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements Amendment No. 1
AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 Amendment No. 1 applies to the Australian national variations to clauses AZ.5.201 and 7.1; and the New Zealand national variation to clause 7.1. The amendment to AZ.5.201 takes effect on the 26th November 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 without this amendment to AZ.5.201 will also remain current. The other parts of this amendment take effect from 26th November 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 deals with the safety of electric appliances for skin beauty care of persons and intended for household, commercial and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Appliances covered by this standard can incorporate vapour-producing devices or spray-producing devices. AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 takes effect from 26 November 2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.24: Particular requirements for refrigerating appliances, ice-cream appliances and ice-makers
AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 deals with the safety of the following appliances, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances, 480 V for other appliances and 24 V DC for appliances when battery operated: Refrigerating appliances for household and similar use; ice-makers incorporating a motor-compressor and ice-makers intended to be incorporated in frozen food storage compartments; and refrigerating appliances and ice-makers for use in camping, touring caravans and boats for leisure purposes. AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 has been modified by Australian and New Zealand national variations to clauses 6, 22 and Annex EE. AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2021 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2010 on 26 November 2024. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.30:2015 (Excludes IEC text) A4 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.30: Particular requirements for room heaters Amendment 4
AS/NZS 60335.2.30:2015 Amendment No. 4 applies to Clauses 2, 11 22, 25, Table 101, Figures and Australian and New Zealand national variations to the addition to clause 30.2.1 replace “switched off,” by switched off or otherwise rendered inoperative. The IEC text in this amendment, except for the National variations, takes effect on 26 November 2024. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.30:2015 without this amendment will also remain current. The amendment to the national variations takes effect from 26 November 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.34: Particular requirements for motor-compressors
AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2021 deals with the safety of sealed (hermetic and semi-hermetic type) motor compressors, their protection and control systems, if any, which are intended for use in equipment for household and similar purposes and which conform with the standards applicable to such equipment. It applies to motor-compressors tested separately, under the most severe conditions that may be expected to occur in normal use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase motor-compressors and 600 V for other motor-compressors. This standard also covers multi-speed motor-compressors that are motor-compressors, the speed of which can be set to different values; and variable capacity motor-compressors that are motor-compressors where the capacity of the compressor is controlled at fixed speeds. AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2021 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2016 on 26 November 2024. During this period AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2016 will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.4: Particular requirements for spin extractors
AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 deals with the safety of stand-alone electric spin extractors, and spin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction. AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2010 on 26 November 2024. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.53:2011 (Excludes IEC text) A2 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.53: Particular requirements for sauna heating appliances and infrared cabins Amendment No. 2
AS/NZS 60335.2.53:2011 Amendment No. 2 applies to Clauses 3, 5, 7, 11, 19, 22 and Figures. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect on 26 November 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.53:2011 without this amendment will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62115:2018 (Excludes IEC text) A1 - Electric toys - Safety
AS/NZS 62115:2018 Amendment No. 1 updates the Australian and New Zealand national variations to clause 13 and Annex E and takes effect on 26 November 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Environment and Sustainability
New Publication
AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 (Excludes IEC text) A1 - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 1: General requirements Amendment No. 1
AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 Amendment No. 1 applies to the Australian national variations to clauses AZ.5.201 and 7.1; and the New Zealand national variation to clause 7.1. The amendment to AZ.5.201 takes effect on the 26th November 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.1:2020 without this amendment to AZ.5.201 will also remain current. The other parts of this amendment take effect from 26th November 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.115: Particular requirements for skin beauty care appliances
AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 deals with the safety of electric appliances for skin beauty care of persons and intended for household, commercial and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Appliances covered by this standard can incorporate vapour-producing devices or spray-producing devices. AS/NZS 60335.2.115:2021 takes effect from 26 November 2021.
AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.4: Particular requirements for spin extractors
AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 deals with the safety of stand-alone electric spin extractors, and spin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction. AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2021 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2010 on 26 November 2024. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62115:2018 (Excludes IEC text) A1 - Electric toys - Safety
AS/NZS 62115:2018 Amendment No. 1 updates the Australian and New Zealand national variations to clause 13 and Annex E and takes effect on 26 November 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Here are the latest changes to the standards you included in your Keep me up to date selection.
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS 60079.29.1:2017 Amd 1:2021 - Gas detectors – Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases
The objective of this standard is to specify general requirements for construction, testing and performance, and describe the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the detection and measurement of flammable gas or vapour concentrations with air. The equipment, or parts thereof, is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and in mines susceptible to firedamp. This amendment applies to the following elements: • Front cover • Preface • Amendment 1 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 22/12/2021
New Publication
AS/NZS 2442.2:2021 A2 - Performance of household electrical appliances – Rotary clothes dryers, Part 2: Energy efficiency labelling requirements
Amendment applies to the following elements: • Preface • Clauses 2.2.2, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS 60079.29.1:2017 Amd 1:2021 - Gas detectors – Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases
The objective of this standard is to specify general requirements for construction, testing and performance, and describe the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the detection and measurement of flammable gas or vapour concentrations with air. The equipment, or parts thereof, is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and in mines susceptible to firedamp. This amendment applies to the following elements: • Front cover • Preface • Amendment 1 The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 22/12/2021
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR AS/NZS ISO 16900.6:2021 - Respiratory protective devices — Methods of test and test equipment, Method 6: Mechanical resistance/strength of components and connections
The objective of this document is to specify the method of test for the mechanical resistance and strength of components of respiratory protective devices. This document is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 16900‑6:2021 Respiratory protective devices — Methods of test and test equipment — Part 6: Mechanical resistance/strength of components and connections. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 3/12/2021
New Publication
AS/NZS 2442.1:2021 A1 - Performance of household electrical appliance - Rotary clothes dryers - Part 1: Energy consumption and performance
Amendment applies to the following elements: • Clauses 1.4.3 and A.3.
IEC 60730-2-14:2017/AMD2:2021 - Amendment 2 - Automatic electrical controls - Part 2-14: Particular requirements for electric actuatorsIEC 60730-2-14:2017+AMD1:2019+AMD2:2021 CSV - Automatic electrical controls - Part 2-14: Particular requirements for electric actuators
IEC 60730-2-14:2017+A1:2019+A2:2021 applies to electric actuators for use in, on, or in association with equipment for household and similar use. The equipment may use electricity, gas, oil, solid fuel, solar thermal energy, etc., or a combination thereof. This International Standard is applicable to controls for building automation within the scope of ISO 16484. This part 2-14 also applies to automatic electrical controls for equipment that may be used by the public, such as equipment intended to be used in shops, offices, hospitals, farms and commercial and industrial applications.<br /> EXAMPLE: Controls for commercial catering, heating and air-conditioning equipment. Electric actuators for appliances are within the scope of IEC 60335. This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition, published in 1995, its Amendment 1 (2001) and its Amendment 2 (2007). This edition constitutes a technical revision. This edition includes the following significant technical changes with respect to the previous edition: adapting it to the 5th Ed of IEC 60730-1, addition of checking electric actuators with action 1.AB or 2AB, and modification of tests under abnormal condition. This Part 2-14 is intended to be used in conjunction with IEC 60730-1. It was established on the basis of the 5th edition of that standard (2013). Consideration may be given to future editions of, or amendments to, IEC 60730-1. This part 2-14 supplements or modifies the corresponding clauses in IEC 60730-1, so as to convert that publication into the IEC standard: Particular requirements for electric actuators. Where this part 2-14 states "addition", "modification" or "replacement", the relevant requirement, test specification or explanatory matter in part 1 should be adapted accordingly. Where no change is necessary part 2-14 indicates that the relevant clause or subclause applies.
Manufacturing and Processing
New Publication
AS/NZS 60745.1:2009 A1 - Hand-held motor-operated electric Tools - Safety - Part 1: General requirements Amendment 1
AS/NZS 60745.1:2009 A1 applies to Foreword and Annex ZZ. The national variations in this amendment take effect from the date of publication. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015 A2 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 1: General requirements Amendment 2
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015 A2 applies to Foreword and New Zealand national variations. The national variations in this amendment take effect from 25 June 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015 A2 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 1: General requirements Amendment 2
AS/NZS 62841.1:2015 A2 applies to Foreword and New Zealand national variations. The national variations in this amendment take effect from 25 June 2021. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Draft Publication
DR 21012 AS/NZS 3760:2021 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
This standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) 12 months from the date of publication. This edition has undergone a complete revision. In-service testing is a necessary part of any safety programme to help ensure the safety of persons using electrical equipment in the workplace. This standard specifies in-service safety inspection and testing protocols and criteria that satisfy these obligations, and provides a cost-effective approach to safety without jeopardizing personnel safety or involving excessive equipment downtime. Note: In-service testing and inspection deals with the safety of electrical equipment and not just the electrical safety. The philosophy of the document is to provide an inspection and testing regime capable of implementation with only simple instrumentation, and performed by a person not necessarily having formal qualifications or registration, but who has the necessary practical and theoretical skills, acquired through training, qualification, experience or a combination of these, to correctly undertake the tasks prescribed by this standard.
Closing date for comments 23/8/2021
Consumer and Occupational Safety
Draft Publication
DR 21012 AS/NZS 3760:2021 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
This standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) 12 months from the date of publication. This edition has undergone a complete revision. In-service testing is a necessary part of any safety programme to help ensure the safety of persons using electrical equipment in the workplace. This standard specifies in-service safety inspection and testing protocols and criteria that satisfy these obligations, and provides a cost-effective approach to safety without jeopardizing personnel safety or involving excessive equipment downtime. Note: In-service testing and inspection deals with the safety of electrical equipment and not just the electrical safety. The philosophy of the document is to provide an inspection and testing regime capable of implementation with only simple instrumentation, and performed by a person not necessarily having formal qualifications or registration, but who has the necessary practical and theoretical skills, acquired through training, qualification, experience or a combination of these, to correctly undertake the tasks prescribed by this standard.
Closing date for comments 23/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.11:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~10~ beta attenuation monitors
The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 10 μm (PM10) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods in use. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.12:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ beta attenuation monitors
The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 2.5 μm (PM2.5) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EV‑007, Methods for Examination of Air, to supersede AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2013. The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a standard method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 2.5 µm (PM2.5) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. It also allows for the use of a dichotomous instrument thereby providing simultaneous measurement of coarse particulates with diameters between 2.5 and 10 µm (PM10-2.5). The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.16:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~10~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor incorporating a filter dynamics measurement system
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EV‑007, Methods for Examination of Air, to supersede AS/NZS 3580.9.16:2016. The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a standard method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 10 µm (PM10) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
New Publication
AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2017 A2 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.23: Particular requirements for appliances for skin or hair care Amendment No. 2
AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2017 Amendment No. 2 is to update the Australian national variations to clause 7.1 of the IEC standard. AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2017 A2 takes effect on 25 June 2021. AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2017 in its unamended form will also remain current for twelve months from the date of publication of this document. After this time, it will be superseded by AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2017 incorporating Amendment No 1 and No. 2. Regulatory authorities that reference this standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this document should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 (Excludes IEC Text) A3 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.81: Particular requirements for foot warmers and heating mats Amendment 3
AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 A3 applies to Foreword Clauses 2, 15, 24, 30, Figures and national variations. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 25 June 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 without this amendment will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 (Includes IEC Text) A3 - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.81: Particular requirements for foot warmers and heating mats Amendment 3
AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 A3 applies to Foreword Clauses 2, 15, 24, 30, Figures and national variations. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 25 June 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.81:2015 without this amendment will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 A1 (Excludes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances - Safety - Part 2.82: Particular requirements for amusement machines and personal service machines Amendment 1
AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 A1 applies to Foreword, Clause 15 and national variations. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 25 June 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 without this amendment will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 A1 (Includes IEC Text) - Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.82: Particular requirements for amusement machines and personal service machines Amendment 1
AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 A1 applies to Foreword, Clause 15 and national variations. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 25 June 2023. During this period the Standard AS/NZS 60335.2.82:2018 without this amendment will also remain current. Regulatory authorities that reference this Standard in regulation may apply these requirements at a different time. Users of this Standard should consult with these authorities to confirm their requirements.
Environment and Sustainability
Draft Publication
DR 21012 AS/NZS 3760:2021 - In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
This standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL 036 – In-service testing of electrical equipment to supersede AS/NZS 3760:2010 and its Amendment No. 1 (2011) and Amendment No. 2 (2012) 12 months from the date of publication. This edition has undergone a complete revision. In-service testing is a necessary part of any safety programme to help ensure the safety of persons using electrical equipment in the workplace. This standard specifies in-service safety inspection and testing protocols and criteria that satisfy these obligations, and provides a cost-effective approach to safety without jeopardizing personnel safety or involving excessive equipment downtime. Note: In-service testing and inspection deals with the safety of electrical equipment and not just the electrical safety. The philosophy of the document is to provide an inspection and testing regime capable of implementation with only simple instrumentation, and performed by a person not necessarily having formal qualifications or registration, but who has the necessary practical and theoretical skills, acquired through training, qualification, experience or a combination of these, to correctly undertake the tasks prescribed by this standard.
Closing date for comments 23/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.11:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~10~ beta attenuation monitors
The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 10 μm (PM10) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods in use. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.12:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ beta attenuation monitors
The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 2.5 μm (PM2.5) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~2.5~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EV‑007, Methods for Examination of Air, to supersede AS/NZS 3580.9.13:2013. The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a standard method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 2.5 µm (PM2.5) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. It also allows for the use of a dichotomous instrument thereby providing simultaneous measurement of coarse particulates with diameters between 2.5 and 10 µm (PM10-2.5). The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
DR AS/NZS 3580.9.16:2021 - Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air – Determination of suspended particulate matter – PM~10~ continuous direct mass method using a tapered element oscillating microbalance monitor incorporating a filter dynamics measurement system
This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EV‑007, Methods for Examination of Air, to supersede AS/NZS 3580.9.16:2016. The objective of this document is to provide regulatory and testing bodies with a standard method for continuously monitoring suspended particulate matter with an equivalent aerodynamic diameter (EAD) of less than 10 µm (PM10) in ambient air, providing near real-time measurement of mean particle concentration. The major changes in this edition are as follows: (a) Alignment with current technology and to ensure consistency and uniformity across the different methods used in other continuous particulate monitoring standards. (b) Provision of an essential reference to AS 3580.19, Methods for sampling and analysis of ambient air, Method 19: Ambient air quality data validation and reporting. The secretariat of this committee is managed by Standards Australia. Please see the attached document on how to access public comment drafts and submitting comments via the Standards Australia Public Commenting Portal, Connect.
Closing date for comments 25/8/2021
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International access for standards development . . . . .
Standards New Zealand first looks to see what international standards are available before we commission the development of local standards. This is also a requirement of the Standards and Accreditation Act 2015.
To consider international standards as a potential solution, the commissioners of standards need to research the international landscape early on, to see what standards may already exist. Previously, this meant having to purchase overseas standards during this discovery phase.
We are pleased to have obtained agreement from a number of international standards bodies to use their standards for review and reference early in the standards development process. This initiative will support the development of faster, more affordable standards, with a focus on international first.
In their first standards collaboration agreement in Australasia, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) recently signed a collaboration and licensing agreement with Standards New Zealand to share information and work together to advance standardisation and safety.
The partnership will focus on sectors such as building and construction, electrical and gas safety, energy efficiency, climate change and sustainability, and digital economy – including artificial intelligence (AI) and smart cities.
Read more about UL and Standards NZ
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was also recently signed between Standards NZ and global standards organisation ASTM International, leading to a closer working relationship between our two organisations.
Read more about ASTM and Standards NZ
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Despite making good progress on our new website, the launch has been delayed due to technical reasons. We don’t have a new date yet for when you can enjoy the better user experience, upgraded services, and refreshed look but we will keep you updated.
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Many of you participated in our most recent stakeholder survey. We can now share with you that 88% of respondents were ‘very’ or ‘somewhat’ satisfied with our overall performance, while 95% were ‘very’ or ‘somewhat’ satisfied with the quality and relevance of our products. 86% expressed the same sentiments with the standards development services we offer.
Additionally, 74% of respondents said the citation of standards in regulation is the biggest reason why they purchase and use standards, while the most common suggestion for improvement is to make standards more affordable or free. The survey also provided other valuable insights.
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ISO is currently undergoing a formal review of ISO 9001, after which ISO/TC 176/SC2 will have up to six months to decide whether the standard should be confirmed (unchanged), revised, or withdrawn.
Join the new Data and Digital Standards Community of Practice . . . . .
The Digital Public Service Branch, an operational arm of the Government Chief Digital Officer, Statistics New Zealand, the Government Chief Data Steward, and Standards New Zealand have formed a new Data and Digital Standards Community of Practice (CoP).
It will provide a platform for sharing information, experience, and practice on data and digital standards-related matters. The CoP aims to maximise the effective and efficient use of data and digital standards to achieve the outcomes of the Strategy for a Digital Public Service and the Data Strategy and Roadmap for New Zealand.
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Standards New Zealand continues to develop and update key standards. Projects currently underway include standards documents related to timber buildings, the transportation of dangerous goods, fire alarms and detection, agrichemicals, and concrete production.
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Consumer safety
New publication
Amendment applies to the Preface and ISO 8124-4:2014/Amd 2:2019
Amendment applies to the Preface and ISO 8124-4:2014/Amd 1:2017
Health
New publication
AS/NZS ISO 13666:2020 - Ophthalmic optics - Spectacle lenses - Vocabulary
Standard adopts ISO 13666:2019 which defines terms relating to ophthalmic optics, specifically to blanks, finished spectacle lenses and fitting purposes. Terms relating to processes and material for fabrication and surface treatment (other than some specific terms relating to coatings), and terms relating to defects in materials and after optical processing are given in ISO 9802.
Materials
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
AS/NZS ISO 13666:2015 - Ophthalmic optics - Spectacle lenses - Vocabulary
Superseded by AS/NZS ISO 13666:2020
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Standards development
As we navigate through these unique and challenging times post-lockdown, Standards New Zealand is busy developing and updating several key standards. Projects currently under development include standards documents related to timber buildings, the transportation of dangerous goods, fire alarms and detection, agrichemicals, and concrete production.
New key standards undergoing development include:
· Working in partnership with the Ministry of Health to create one overarching standard designed to combine NZS 8181:2007 Fertility Services, NZS 8134 Health and disability services standards set and NZS 8158:2012 Home and community support sector standard. This will eliminate large amounts of duplication across all three documents.
· Revision of NZS 4211:2008 Specification for performance of windows, which specifies requirements for the performance of windows to be installed in exterior walls.
· We are also about to kick off revision of NZS 4510:2008 Fire hydrant systems for buildings, which sets out the minimum technical and performance requirements for fire hydrant systems installed in buildings.
New website coming soon
We are making good progress with our Information and Communications Technology (ICT) roadmap, which forms a key part of our business strategy. We have so far implemented a new Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform and launched our new standards development committee online collaboration tool, Komiti.
Komiti lets Standards Development Committee members securely create, find, and access important committee documents on many different devices. It improves collaboration by enabling committee members to easily share important committee information from any location at any time.
We have also been hard at work on our new website, which is due for launch in coming months. It will feature our new logo and visual identity, as well as a brand new eCommerce platform.
We are also upgrading our Online Library. So, if you are a subscriber, we’ll be in touch shortly about how the move to this new platform may affect you. If you use our IP login service to access the Online Library, there are some changes coming for you too.
Improved process for international standards committees
It's important New Zealand plays a role and has a voice in the development of international standards. By participating in international standards development committees, regulators and industry ensure they contribute to and shape the standards that matter most for New Zealand.
We are working on improving processes for international standards committees. Some recent initiatives set up to support our international participation include:
· Actioning of ISO and IEC new work proposals has been streamlined.
· Priority sectors have been identified and we are assessing current levels of NZ involvement.
· ISO and IEC publications and videos will be included in induction for new international committee members.
· Individual applications to join an International Review Group (IRG) (national mirror committee) have been streamlined.
· A stocktake of existing participation (P) level IRG’s has been completed. Work continues to identify new members for IRG’s with insufficient member numbers.
29 joint Australia-New Zealand standards proposed for withdrawal
We constantly review standards that are more than 10 years old to ensure they are current and continue to be fit for purpose. As part of this review, we ask for feedback from users and stakeholders on standards we propose to withdraw.
We are currently consulting on 29 joint Australia/ New Zealand standards across the Building and Construction, Business and ICT, Consumer and Occupational Safety, Energy and Transportation sectors. Feedback closes on 5 August 2020.
Do you have an innovative idea for using standards?
We continue to seek entrepreneurial partners to help deliver New Zealand standards content to users through our Value Add Programme. The aim is to make standards content more useful and increase the traction of standards throughout New Zealand, making use of new digital formats we will have available soon.
Value Add products improve on the traditional content delivery methods of print and PDF ‘books’, making that content more useful and accessible to users. Read more
We also offer a supportive path to help entrepreneurs manage their ideas into commercial viability. An RFI is open until 13 July if you have an idea about offering standards content in innovative ways.
The team at Standards New Zealand
Web: www.standards.govt.nz | Email: enquiries@standards.govt.nz | Phone: +64 3 943 4259
Consumer safety
New publication
AS/NZS 2063:2020 - Helmets for use on bicycles and wheeled recreational devices
Standard specifies the design, construction and basic performance requirements of lightweight protective helmets intended to mitigate the adverse effects of a blow to the head. This Standard covers impact energy attenuation, helmet stability, load distribution, strength and effectiveness of the retention system and its attachment points, peripheral vision clearance and marking requirements. This Standard applies to helmets used for recreational activities involving bicycles, and wheeled recreational devices (such as skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, hoverboards and kick-scooters, including those that are power-assisted). This Standard does not cover helmets intended to be used by motorcyclists. The design and construction of motorcycle helmets are provided in AS/NZS 1698 or UNECE R22.05. The major changes in this edition are as follows: The addition to the scope of wheeled recreational devices, such as skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, and kick-scooters; Specification of normative product conformity and batch testing requirements; Specification of impact velocities and indicative drop heights; and Clarification of the intent of test site selection.
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
AS/NZS 2063:2008 - Bicycle helmets
Superseded by AS/NZS 2063:2020
As we navigate through these unique and challenging times, Standards New Zealand is continuing to help support businesses and organisations like yours with our unique products and services. While our momentum – like many others – has been temporarily checked, we remain committed to delivering value to you, our customers and stakeholders.
Here’s an update on what’s been happening in the life of Standards New Zealand, some information on what’s coming up, and how we will remain open and available for you.
Getting in touch with us
Following Government COVID-19 guidelines, we have adapted our work practices, including working remotely. Working flexibly is a key part of how we operate and our team is well equipped to respond to your enquiries and support you while working from home.
Our phone lines are open, but we have limited availability to answer calls. The best way to contact us is by email at enquiries@standards.govt.nz. More info
Embracing digital ways of working
While we had plans already underway for a move to video conferencing for our standards committees, International Review Groups (IRGs), and Standards Approval Board meetings, recent developments have accelerated this. Like many of you, we are now successfully holding virtual meetings. This makes the standards development and decision making processes a lot more seamless and cost-effective.
Our standards development committee online collaboration tool, Komiti, has also been rolled out successfully. If you’re involved in a new standards development project in the future, our team will be in touch to explain how it works.
Standards are here to support innovation
New Zealanders have demonstrated their ingenuity and adaptability as they adapt to unite against COVID-19. Standards continue to play a key role as a tried and tested way of improving quality and safety, enhancing products and services, and meeting industry best practice.
The international standards community has offered its support by making a number of COVID-19 relevant standards and their national adoptions accessible for free to help deal with the effects on businesses and organisations. Read the details
What's in our standards development pipeline
We have several key standards undergoing development. These include:
· Revision of NZS 4512 Fire detection and alarm systems in buildings. The fire sprinkler standard NZS4541 has just been updated and NZS 45412 provides up-to-date specifications for the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems.
· Revision of NZS4514 Interconnected smoke alarms for houses sets out the requirements for the installation and commissioning of externally-powered interconnected smoke alarms. It also provides information on the selection, installation, and maintenance of smoke alarms.
· Revision of NZS5433 Transport of dangerous goods on land details technical requirements, including classification criteria and packaging performance standards for the transport of dangerous goods in New Zealand.
· Introduction of Hydrogen as a fuel. Phase 1 of this project is currently underway, which focuses on producing a scoping study to identify and address changes needed to relevant standards that would affect the use of hydrogen.
You can see our full work programme here.
Value Add RFI open for innovators
We continue to seek entrepreneurial partners to help deliver New Zealand standards content to users through our Value Add Programme. The aim is to make standards content more useful and increase the traction for standards throughout New Zealand. We offer a low-cost supportive path through the copyright system to help entrepreneurs manage their ideas into commercial viability. An RFI is now open to third parties who have ideas for offering standards content in innovative ways.
Seeking feedback on new digital formats
We also keen to hear from you which formats you’d find most helpful in the future – particularly in the light of a distributed workforce under COVID-19. Standards are currently provided in hard copy and as pdfs, but we’re interested in hearing whether you’d find them useful as eBooks, or in html format etc. Share your thoughts with us at valueadd@standards.govt.nz
The team at Standards New Zealand
Web: www.standards.govt.nz | Email: enquiries@standards.govt.nz | Phone: +64 3 943 4259
Consumer safety
Draft for public comment
This amendment applies to the Front cover, Preface and ISO 8124-4:2014 Amd 1:2017.
Comments close on 24/04/2020
This amendment applies to the Front cover, Preface and ISO 8124-4:2014 Amd 2:2019.
Comments close on 24/04/2020
Self-containment standard now sponsored for free download
New Zealanders and tourists alike will be pleased to know that the Ministry of Business and Innovation (MBIE) has funded the self-containment standard NZS 5465:2001 for free download.
Successful collaboration supports health and wellbeing of New Zealanders
A standards and accreditation seminar for health and disability sector agencies was held at MBIE’s Wellington offices on Wednesday 13 November. It explored how the regulation, international standards and accreditation community can work with the health and disability sector to minimize risk and help deliver positive health outcomes for all New Zealanders.
Standards support the conversation around artificial intelligence (AI)
The acceleration and proliferation of AI products and services means closer attention is being paid to it by government agencies, regulators and industry. Read how standards can play a role in the implementation of AI and the mitigation of risks.
Your feedback is most welcome to editor@standards.govt.nz
Update from the Manager, Standards NZ
Read the end of year update from Carmen Mak on what's been happening in the life of Standards New Zealand. Read
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Occupational Safety
Proposed to Withdraw publication
Please let us know your thoughts on this proposal to withdraw standards to AgedCatalogueReview@mbie.govt.nz
Specifies a test method to measure repellency, retention and penetration of a known volume of liquid pesticide when applied to protective clothing material. Identical to ISO 22608:2004.
AS/NZS 3576:1998 - Clearing saws, brushcutters and grass trimmers - Guide to safe working practices
Provides recommendations for the safe use of clearing saws, brushcutters and grass trimmers. Guidelines are given covering the basic principles for the safe operation of the equipment, the training of operators, the appropriate measures and precautions to take to guard the safety and health of operators, and the general maintenance of the equipment.
Provides guidelines for users of occupational clothing. Identical to CEN/TR 15321:2006.
AS/NZS 2161.5:1998 - Occupational protective gloves - Protection against cold
Specifies the performance requirements and test methods for gloves which are intended to protect against convective or conductive cold down to temperatures of 50 degrees C. This could be linked to either the climatic conditions or occupational activity concerned. This Standard is technically equivalent to and reproduced from EN 511:1994.
Specifies test methods and evaluation criteria for the vibration transmissibility of gloves at the palm of the hand. This joint Standard is identical with and reproduced from ISO 10819:1996.
An innovative future for Standards Australia
22 November 2019
- Standards Australia releases distribution and licensing framework to encourage partners in the distribution of its content.
- Future partners will help deliver Australian Standards in new and different ways, with innovation as a key criteria.
- New distribution partners are planned to be up and running in early 2020.
A little over a year ago, Standards Australia set out to put in place a framework that would allow for its content to be used more broadly and in innovative ways across the economy. Earlier today, following months of consultation, Standards Australia released its distribution and licensing framework to encourage partnerships in the use of its content.
“We have been on this journey for over 5 years and it’s great to be staking the ground and actively encouraging the use of our content in new and different ways,” said CEO of Standards Australia, Adrian O’Connell.
“The policy framework has innovation at its core. We are excited about the opportunities to deliver even more value to end users.”
The framework has been released to outline the way in which additional distributors can be utilised to improve access to all the content of Standards Australia through a variety of forms and distribution types including bulk licensing arrangements already of interest to industries and governments.
“For many years the documents published by Standards Australia have been in print or PDF. These remain very important to us and our users. As well as seeking new partnerships for the delivery of content this way, we want to move far beyond PDFs and hard copy books and consider the apps and web platforms being utilised across different industries.”
“We know there are already apps out there that help tradespeople do their work, but they do so without the standard as part of the workflow – today’s release of the framework means we can start working with the developers of these apps to incorporate our content and make it easier for Australia to be a safer and more efficient economy.”
In addition, Standards Australia has committed to funding access to its content for personal, domestic and household use by 2023.
“The commitment to funding access for personal, domestic or household use is part of a package of distribution changes we’ve been striving for and will be in addition to any access available in libraries,” said Mr O’Connell.
“Standards Australia has a very well-known primary objective which is delivery of public benefit. Today’s announcement is us reaching out and saying come and work with us to deliver greater benefit in more ways to more people,” concluded Mr O’Connell.
A copy of Standards Australia’s Distribution and Licensing Policy Framework is available here.
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World Standards Day celebrated
Standards NZ celebrated World Standards Day at our Wellington offices on Monday 14 October with an expo, workshops and a recognition ceremony.
Future casting: The path to 2030 at the ISO General Assembly
Carmen Mak, Manager Standards New Zealand and Sanjai Raj, Standards New Zealand Executive and General Manager Consumer Protection and Standards at MBIE, attended the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) annual General Assembly (known as ISO Week) in mid-September. The event was focused on defining ISO’s future strategy under the theme ‘On the path to 2030’.
Standards NZ and Energy Safety sign 3-year agreement for standards-related services
WorkSafe New Zealand has signed a three-year contract with Standards New Zealand to provide services to support local, trans-Tasman and international Standards for gas and electrical safety.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards NZ
Read an update from Carmen Mak on what's been happening in the life of Standards New Zealand. Read
Innovation delivers 75% time saving to standard construction contracts
Standards New Zealand is looking for partners to work with us on digitally innovative ways to repurpose standards content. The aim is ensure that standards are accessible by the people who need to use them, at the right time, and in an effective format. Our first partner in this 'value add' programme is Kiwi document automation specialists, LawHawk. Read about how this award-winning company is using their innovative technology to deliver significant time saving to standard construction contracts.
Successful first-ever Joint Committee Member Training Workshop
Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand jointly presented a two-day Joint Committee Member Training Workshop in Wellington in July. It gave joint committee members valuable up-to-date information on best practice for writing standards.
Forward thinkers wanted to enhance standards content
Can you see the future? We're looking for people with ideas on how to develop a product or service based on standards content, such as a smartphone app or software tool.
Update from the Manager, Standards NZ
Welcome to our September update on what’s been going on in the life of Standards New Zealand. Following the same pattern as recent months, it has been very busy and productive. Read more
World Standards Day
Every day, standards and standardisation make a difference in the lives of New Zealanders. Standards help to keep our homes, public buildings, playgrounds, electrical appliances, and health services safe. They help protect our environment, increase productivity, and drive innovation. World Standards Day on 14 October pays tribute to the thousands of men and women all over the world who develop voluntary standards for the advancement and welfare of societies. It also provides the perfect opportunity to reflect on the benefits that standards bring to our everyday lives, the market economy, and to the smooth running of public affairs.
This year, Standards New Zealand will be hosting an expo event to showcase what's happening in the world of standards and recognise those who have contributed their time and expertise to the standards community.
It will be from 2-5pm on Monday 14 October at MBIE's offices, 15 Stout St, Wellington. More details will follow.
In recognition of the need for an installation standard for battery storage devices in Australia, Standards Australia has been working with industry, government and the broader community.
The draft standard has gone through the consensus-based standards development process, with Standards Australia engaging with representatives on the relevant technical committee throughout this process to ensure a wide-range of views have been considered.
The draft standard, Electrical Installations - Safety of battery systems for use with power conversion equipment, is progressing to the ballot stage of the standards development process.
“Given strong support from a range of key industry and government representatives, this standard should be heading towards publication in coming weeks,” said General Manager, Strategy and Engagement, Adam Stingemore.
“This draft standard has been updated in an effort to make it easier for the installer to know what requirements are necessary for the type of system they are installing,” said Mr Sandy Atkins, from Standards Australia’s EL-042 Technical Committee responsible for the standard.
Standards Australia expects that work in this area will continue as the industry evolves. Proposals for new standards or changes to standards can be submitted at any time.
“Standards are detailed, technical documents which address safety and efficiency challenges in heavily regulated sectors. The publication of standards such as this prove the value of the Standards Australia process in bringing industry, government and the community together for a collective benefit. We look forward to progressing through the ballot stage of development over the coming weeks,” concluded Mr Stingemore.
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Help shape the future Standards Australia
A once in a generation opportunity has presented itself to Australian industry, consumers, businesses, and the broader community with Standards Australia seeking input on how it distributes content.
Following an important arbitration win supporting Standards Australia’s position that future distribution of its content will not be on an exclusive basis, Standards Australia has been working towards opening up access to its content with the needs of our stakeholders and users front of mind.
“As an organization, we have been working to make Australian communities safer, help our economy grow and connect our nation to the world for close to 100 years. This decision late last year has enabled us to take even more steps towards opening up access to our content,” said Adam Stingemore, General Manager Strategy and Engagement.
This process will include comprehensive consultation in each capital city across Australia seeking views on our Distribution and Licensing Policy Discussion Paper, which has been released today.
“Heading to each capital city in coming weeks will enable us to canvass the views of industry, community groups, business, governments, students, and apprentices and to hear firsthand what has worked well and what can improve in the future,” said Mr Stingemore.
“This is an exciting step towards delivering greater value and improving access to Australian Standards, to be taken following careful consideration ensuring Standards Australia’s long term sustainability and the ability to increase the reach and relevance of our content across Australia.”
Interested parties are encouraged to read the discussion paper here. Submissions can be made until 29 July 2019, with registration for the consultations available here.
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Scott McGrath
Public Affairs Officer
+612 9237 6044
31 May 2019
Drug testing methods get a revision to increase safety
22 May 2019
https://www.standards.org.au/news
Latest guide – New Zealand’s standards and conformance system
A Guide to New Zealand’s Standards and Conformance System provides a broad overview of the standards and conformance system in New Zealand. The guide was published in March 2018. It is targeted at businesses, consumers, regulators, and those working within the system.
ISO new field of technical activity proposal – Circular economy
Standards New Zealand is seeking feedback from relevant stakeholders on the International Organization for Standardization’s (ISO) proposal for the development of a new field of technical activity, ‘Circular economy’.
Standards New Zealand – Changes under way
We’re renewing our business to take charge of our future and ensure Standards New Zealand remains relevant and sustainable.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my July update for Touchstone. Click on the link for a summary of Standards New Zealand news on: publications and calls for public consultation, international standards, and industry guidance.
https://www.standards.govt.nz/?noutm
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Public comment – Amendment to AS/NZS 3012:2010 with separate New Zealand-only appendix
Standards New Zealand is seeking feedback on an amendment to AS/NZS 3012:2010 Electrical installations – Construction and demolition sites. Note that there are two separate documents to review, one for New Zealand-only content and one for joint Australian/New Zealand content.
Health standards proposed for withdrawal
At present we are consulting on three Standards New Zealand publications in the health sector. These publications are proposed for withdrawal as they contain material that is out of date and in the opinion of the Ministry of Health they are not fit for purpose.
Tackling counterfeit with ISO and IEC standards
Counterfeit goods are nothing new, but with globalisation, the internet, and increased movement of goods the fakes business is booming. From fake versions of widely sold pharmaceutical brands to phony designer watches and handbags, counterfeit has grown into a thriving underground economy.
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my May update for Touchstone. Click on the link for a summary of Standards New Zealand news on: publications and calls for public consultation, international standards, and industry guidance.
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Phone: +64 3 943 4259
Can you improve how standards are delivered?
Standards New Zealand have released a request for information (RFI). We are seeking interest from third parties who can see potential for standards content to be offered to customers in innovative new ways.
Public comment sought on revision to ambulance and paramedical services standard
Standards New Zealand and the P8156 committee are seeking feedback on the draft revision to NZS 8156:2008 Ambulance and paramedical services.
AS/NZS 3000:2018 Wiring Rules – Coming soon
The new edition of the Wiring Rules, AS/NZS 3000:2018, is expected to be published in the next few months and will be more flexible, user-friendly and easier to read.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my April update for Touchstone. Click on the link for a summary of Standards New Zealand news on: our request for information on value-add products, upcoming publications and calls for public consultation, new ISO proposals, international standards, and industry guidance.
Your feedback is most welcome to editor@standards.govt.nz.
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New digital formats for standards – Try them out
Please have a look at a pilot standard in two alternative formats and let us know what you think. Complete the (very short!) survey, which closes in June 2018.
Extension to the end date for public consultation on timber standards
Standards New Zealand has decided to extend the time frames for consultation the draft standards of NZS 3602 Timber and wood-based products for use in buildings and NZS 3640 Chemical preservation of round and sawn timber to 6 April 2018.
Corrosion protection for steelwork – New technical specification
Standards New Zealand has published a new technical specification, SNZ TS 3404:2018 Durability requirements for steel structures and components. It covers the corrosion protection of structural steelwork exposed to New Zealand atmospheric and non-atmospheric environments.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my March update for Touchstone. Click here for a summary of Standards New Zealand news on: new digital formats, the ePing exporter service, new standards, updates from development committees, new ISO proposals, and industry news.
Your feedback is most welcome to editor@standards.govt.nz
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Lead paint management – New standard published
A new standard provides a guide for tradespeople performing lead paint management work to deal with lead paint and related hazards in a safe and responsible way: AS/NZS 4361.2:2017 Guide to hazardous paint management – Part 2: Lead paint in residential, public and commercial building.
New standard for ski and tourism operators – Improving chairlift safety
Standards New Zealand has published NZS 8635:2018 Passenger ropeways and passenger conveyors. Ski and tourism operators will use the new standard to improve the safety of chairlifts, gondolas and similar uphill facilities.
New free online web service for exporters – ePing
Standards New Zealand is encouraging the use of ePing, a free online web service for exporters. Operated by the World Trade Organization, the new service provides up to date information on regulations in export markets, including product requirements and standards.
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
For this month’s update we’re looking at last year in review. We achieved a lot in 2017 in partnership with our domestic and international customers and stakeholders.
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Progress with the revisions to timber-related standards, NZS 3640:2003 and NZS 3602:2003
For the past 12 months, two standards development committees have been working on revisions to the timber-related standards NZS 3640 and NZS 3602. They are now going out for public consultation.
Building regulator sponsors public access for five building standards and a handbook
MBIE’s building regulator has sponsored five commonly used building standards and a handbook. Providing this access is another way MBIE is making the building system easier to use and will help people to do the right thing.
Still in transition to ISO 9001:2015?
We are less than a year away from the deadline for those certified to ISO 9001:2008 to make the transition to ISO 9001:2015 (in New Zealand to AS/NZS ISO 9001:2016). ISO outlined a transition period of 3 years for those with accredited certification to the 2008 standard to arrange recertification to the newer standard, and this period will end on 15 September 2018.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my January update for Touchstone. I am pleased to be able to share a few recent news items where Standards New Zealand has partnered with key stakeholders to facilitate New Zealand’s participation in international standards development and to make it easier for users to access key standards in new ways.
Your feedback is most welcome to editor@standards.govt.nz. You can amend your details or unsubscribe at any time.
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Electrical New publication
AS/NZS 60598.1:2017 A1 - Luminaires - Part 1: General requirements and tests: Amendment 1:2017
Amendment applies to Appendix ZZ Variations, Clause 13.3.3.
Consumer safety
New publication
AS/NZS 8124.7:2017 - Safety of toys - Part 7: Requirements and test methods for finger paints
Specifies requirements for the substances and materials used in finger paints. It is applicable to finger paints only. It is not applicable to paints intended to be applied to the face or body e.g. face paints. Additional requirements are specified for markings, labelling and containers. Adopted with national modifications from ISO 8124-7:2015.
Electrical
Draft for public comment
AS/NZS 62841.3.13:2018 applies to transportable drills, with manually fed axial movement of the spindle, having a maximum chuck capacity of 13 mm. The rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. The limits for the applicability of this standard for battery tools are given in K.1 and L.1. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. AS/NZS 62841.3.13:2018 does not apply to stationary drilling machines, radial arm drills or magnetic drill stands and drill motors. Transportable drills are also known as bench drills or drill presses. AS/NZS 62841.3.13:2018 will take effect from the date of publication.
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.15:2013 deals with the safety of electrical appliances for heating liquids for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Appliances intended for normal household and similar use and that may also be used by laymen in shops, in light industry and on farms, are within the scope of this standard. If the appliance is intended to be used professionally to process food for commercial consumption, the appliance is not considered to be for household and similar use only. As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented by appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. Amendment 2 applies to the Foreword and Australian and New Zealand National Variations. The National Variations text in this amendment takes effect 2 years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/20).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.2:2010 is a modified adoption of IEC 60335-2-2 Ed 6.1 and deals with the safety of electric vacuum cleaners and water-suction cleaning appliances for household and similar purposes, including vacuum cleaners for animal grooming, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It also applies to centrally-sited vacuum cleaners and automatic battery-powered cleaners. It also applies to motorized cleaning heads and current-carrying hoses associated with a particular vacuum cleaner.. Amendment 5 applies to the Foreword and Clauses 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 15, 19, 21, 22, 30 and Figures. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect 2 years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/20). As this will be the 5th amendment it will be published as a new edition incorporating amendments 1 to 5.
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 62841.2.21:2018 applies to hand-held drain cleaners (drain cleaners are also known as pipe cleaners) the rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. The limits for the applicability of this standard for battery tools are given in K.1 and L.1. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. This standard does not apply to transportable drain cleaners or machines that use a solid rod to clean drains. AS/NZS 62841.2.21:2018 will supersede AS/NZS 60745.2.1:2009 three years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/21).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 62841.2.10:2018 applies to mixers the rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. The limits for the applicability of this standard for battery tools are given in K.1 and L.1. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. Mixers are not considered to be tools with a liquid system. This standard does not apply to drills and impact drills, even if they can be used as a mixer. AS/NZS 62841.2.10:2018 will take effect from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/18).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 4417.2:2018 Amendment 1 updates the Preface, Annex B.2 Combined Australian and New Zealand Equipment Regulatory Definitions and Table B.4 Australian and New Zealand Equipment Risk Classifications. In New Zealand a level 3 item of equipment is also classified as a level 2 item of equipment to comply with New Zealand Electricity (Safety) Regulations for the issuance of a Supplier Declaration of Conformity. It is estimated that AS/NZS 4417.2:2018 will be published on 30 June 2018 and Amendment 1 on 30 November 2018.
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.85:2018 deals with the safety of electric fabric steamers intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Appliances not intended for normal household use, such as appliances to be used by laymen in laundries and dry cleaners, are within the scope of this standard. AS/NZS 60335.2.85:2018 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.85:2005 from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/18).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.74:2018 deals with the safety of portable electric immersion heaters, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V, for household and similar purposes. It also includes appliances intended for use by laymen in shops, in light industry and on farms. The revised edition modifies IEC 60335-2-74 Ed 2.2 to include Australian and New Zealand National Variations to clause 5.101. AS/NZS 60335. 2.74:2018 will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.74:2005 2 years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/20).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
DR 17914 CP - AS/NZS 62115:2018 Electric toys – Safety
AS/NZS 62115:2018 specifies safety requirements for electric toys that have at least one function dependant on electricity, electric toys being any product designed or intended, whether or not exclusively, for use in play by children under 14 years of age. Examples of electric toys also within the scope of this standard are: - constructional sets; - experimental sets; - functional electric toys (an electric toy that performs and is used in the same way as a product, appliance or installation intended for use by adults, and which may be a scale model of such product, appliance or installation); - electric toy computers as well as a doll's house having an interior lamp. If the packaging is intended to have play value then it is considered to be part of the electric toy. AS/NZS 62115:2018 only covers the safety aspects of electric toys that relate to an electrical function. This standard covers the safety of electric toys taking power from any source, such as batteries, transformers, solar cells and inductive connections. AS/NZS 62115:2018 will supersede AS/NZS 62115:2011 three years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/21).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 62841.2.1:2018 applies to hand-held drills and impact drills, including diamond core drills. This standard also applies to drills that can be used for driving screws by attaching screwdriver bits. The rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. The limits for the applicability of this standard for battery tools are given in K.1 and L.1. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. This standard does not apply to rotary hammers, even if they can be used as a drill. AS/NZS 62841.2.1:2018 will supersede AS/NZS 60745.2.1:2009 three years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/21).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.4:2010 deals with the safety of spin extractors incorporated in washing machines that have separate containers for washing and spin extraction for household and similar purposes that have a capacity not exceeding 10 kg of dry cloth and a drum peripheral speed not exceeding 50 m/s, their rated voltages being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Amendment 4 applies to clause 15, Annex AA and Bibliography. The IEC text in this amendment will take effect 2 years from the date of publication (estimated to be 30/6/20).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
AS/NZS 60335.2.24:2010 deals with the safety of refrigerating appliances for household and similar use; ice-makers incorporating a motor-compressor and ice-makers intended to be used in frozen food storage compartments; refrigerating appliances and ice-makers for use in camping, touring caravans and boats for leisure purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances and 24 V d.c for appliances when battery operated. These appliances may be operated from the mains, from a separate battery or operated either from the mains or from a separate battery. This standard also deals with the safety of ice-cream appliances intended for household use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. It also deals with with compression-type appliances for household and similar use, which use flammable refrigerants. Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 2, 3, 5, 7, 15, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, and 30 and the Australian and New Zealand National Variations. This amendment takes effect two years from the date of publication (expected to be 30/6/20).
Comments close on 02/02/2018
Telecommunications and radio
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
AS/NZS 4117:1999 - Surge protective devices for telecommunication applications
Specifies minimum electrical performance, environmental, marking and disposal requirements for stand-alone surge protection devices having two or more terminals that are used in telecommunication applications. The Standard also provides methods of tests for ascertaining compliance with the electrical requirements.
Electrical
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
Specifies safety requirements for the design and manufacture of electrically operated hospital beds, including requirements for side rails and prevention of entrapment, and variations for Australian/New Zealand use.. Identical with and has been reproduced from IEC 60601-2-38:1996, Amendment 1:1999.
Consumer safety
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
NZS 5820:1982 - Specification for the safety of toys
Sets out general safety requirements, constructional requirements, toxicological requirements, flammability requirements and test methods for the safety of toys for children aged up to 14 years.
Specifies the requirements for a test rig for testing protective clothing for users of hand-held chainsaws for resistance to cutting by a chainsaw. Identical to and reproduced from EN 381-1:1993.
NZS 5820:1982 C1 - Specification for the safety of toys: Amendment 1
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NZS 5820:1982 A`1 - Specification for the safety of toys: Amendment 1
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Specifies the requirements for testing protective legwear for users of hand-held chainsaws for dimensional change, protective coverage and resistance to cutting by a chainsaw. Identical to and reproduced from EN 381-2:1995.
Engineering
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
Specifies the sampling and analytical procedure for the determination of diffusible and residual hydrogen in ferritic weld metal arising from the welding of ferritic steel using arc welding processes with filler metal.
Lighting
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
Identifies the factors that influence variability in lighting performance and gives recommendations on how such variability may be contained within tolerable limits in the specification, calculation and measurement of interior and exterior lighting systems. Provides advice on the comparison of calculated/measured values of lighting parameters with specified or target values, taking into account the uncertainties of calculation/measurement. Sets out typical uncertainties that might be expected for various elements of lighting calculations/measurements, together with total uncertainties for the overall design.
Sets out requirements applying to verification of compliance of calculated or measured values of lighting parameters, from interior and exterior lighting systems, with specified or target values for these parameters. The requirements are the minimum considered necessary to ensure that calculated or measured values of lighting parameters are of an acceptable accuracy.
Materials
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
AS/NZS 1568:1998 - Copper and copper alloys - Forging stock and forgings
Specifies requirements for copper and copper alloy wrought or cast forging stock, and forgings produced from it by the hot-forging process, intended for engineering purposes.
To extend the iterim period for a further 24 months
Sets out a method for determining the level of card waste produced during the LAC length test.
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Prescribes the procedure for measuring the bending resistance of paper or paperboard using the Taber stiffness tester. Although this instrument is called a stiffness tester, it cannot be used to measure stiffness because most paper and paperboard materials, when tested according to this method, are bent beyond their elastic limit. Bending resistance is defined as the force required to bend, under specified conditions, a rectangular test piece of the paper or paperboard which is clamped at one end. The method is applicable to paper and paperboard having a bending resistance value in the range 10 to 9000 mN.
NZS 4702:1982 - Metal-arc welding of grade 275 reinforcing bar
Covers the workmanship, materials, equipment and testing required for the joining together of Grade 275 steel reinforcing bars by manual metal-arc welding, semi-automatic or automatic gas-shielded or flux cored metal-arc welding. Three levels of weld acceptance are specified.
To extend the iterim period for a further 24 months
NZS/BS 4848.2:1991 - Specification for hot-rolled structural steel sections - Hollow sections
Gives the requirements for dimensions, tolerances and sectional properties of hot finished structural steel hollow sections.
Sets out a method for determining the fibre length after carding and gilling or scoured or carbonised wool, the wool initially being in the form of LAC grab samples.
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Telecommunications and radio
Draft for public comment
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify the minimum technical characteristics and methods of measurement required for portable very high frequency (VHF) radiotelephones with integrated hand-held class H DSC operating in certain frequency bands allocated to the maritime mobile service using either 25 kHz channels or 25 kHz and 12.5 kHz channels. This Standard does not cover requirements for the integrated GNSS receiver providing locating function.
Comments close on 01/12/2017
Electrical
New publication
Specifies the insulation requirements and the corresponding insulation tests with reference to specific windings and their terminals. This standard recommends external clearances in air and gives details of the applicable dielectric tests and minimum dielectric test levels. Recommended minimum external clearances in air between live parts and between live parts and earth are given for use when these clearances are not specified by the purchaser. For categories of power transformers and reactors which have their own IEC standards, this standard is applicable only to the extent in which it is specifically called up by cross reference in the other standards. Adopted with national modifications from IEC 60076-3, Ed.3.0:2013.
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
Provides designers, suppliers, purchasers and users of oil-immersed power transformers with requirements for insulation levels, dielectric tests and minimum external clearances in air between live parts of bushings and to objects at earth potential. Adopted with national modifications from IEC 60076-3:2000, including Corrigendum 1: 2000.
Draft for public comment
DR AS/NZS IEC 60990:2017 - Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 60990:2016 Ed.3.0, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current and is intended to supersede AS/NZS 60990:2002, Methods of measurement of touch current and protective conductor current. The objective of this Standard is to define measurement methods for d.c. or a.c. current of sinusoidal or non-sinusoidal waveform, which could flow through the human body, and current flowing through a protective conductor. The measuring methods recommended for touch current are based upon the possible effects of current flowing through a human body. In this Standard, measurements of current through networks representing the impedance of the human body are referred to as measurements of touch current. These networks are not necessarily valid for the bodies of animals.
Comments close on 11/12/2017
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Electrical
New publication
Specifies general requirements for construction, testing and performance, and describe the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the detection and measurement of flammable gas or vapour concentrations with air. The equipment, or parts thereof, is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and in mines susceptible to firedamp. Identical to and reproduced from IEC 60079 29 1:2016.
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The Enquiry and Reply in this Ruling are identical with an IEC Interpretation Sheet issued by IEC Committee TC 31, relating to IEC 60079-29-1, Ed.1.0 (2007), which was adopted as AS/NZS 60079.29.1:2008.
Provides general requirements for construction, testing and performance, and describes the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed apparatus for the detection and measurement of flammable gas or vapour concentrations with air. Identical to IEC 60079-29-1, Ed. 1.0 (2007).
Amendment No. 3 to NZS 3101 Concrete structures standard
The amendment follows recommendations following the Canterbury and Kaikoura earthquakes.
New Zealand students benefit from agreement with Standards New Zealand
Library Life magazine has an excellent article on the recent arrangement between Standards New Zealand and a consortium of institutes of technology to aid access to standards for tertiary students (quoted in full).
Fonterra’s quest for sustainable dairy nutrition
Are you among the one billion people around the world who enjoy the nutritional benefits of dairy from Fonterra and wonder how sustainable dairy production is? An ISOfocus interview with Carolyn Mortland, Director, Social Responsibility, at Fonterra looks at the role of standards.
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Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my October update for Touchstone.
This month we announce the newly amended concrete structures standard, and there is news on innovative thinking from the ISO conference in Berlin and more ...
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Materials
Draft for public comment
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify the procedure to be used for determining the whiteness of papers and boards. The values obtained correspond to the visual appearance of white papers and boards with or without fluorescent whitening agents when they are viewed under the CIE D65 daylight standard illuminant. This Standard is based on reflectance data obtained over the full visible spectral range (VIS) in contrast to the measurement of ISO brightness which is limited to the blue region of VIS. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 11475:2017, Paper and board — Determination of CIE whiteness, D65/10° (outdoor daylight).
Comments close on 10/11/2017
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify a method for the calculation of light-scattering and light-absorption coefficients based upon diffuse reflectance measurements made under the conditions specified in AS/NZS 1301.510:2016 using the Kubelka-Munk theory. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 9416:2017, Paper — Determination of light scattering and absorption coefficients (using Kubelka-Munk theory).
Comments close on 06/11/2017
Electrical
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
Specifies particular safety requirements for approval and test purposes. It is to be read in conjunction with AS/NZS 60335.1. This Standard is technically equivalent to and reproduced from IEC 60335-2-15:2002.
Applies to Cover Page, Foreword, Introduction, Clauses 1, 3, 5, 7, 11, 15 and 19, Annex ZZ and the Bibliography.
Applies to Contents, Foreword, Introduction and Clauses 1, 7, 11, 15, 21, 22, 24 and 25 and Figures and Annex ZZ.
Consumer safety
New publication
Amendment 2 rationalizes and reduces flammability tests and trim requirements. A new cautionary label has been introduced, and other changes have been made to improve and clarify some parts of the Standard that were considered confusing and to provide users with a more workable document.
Superseded/Withdrawn publication
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Specifies a spectrophotometric method for the determination of boron content between 0.0005 percent and 0.01 percent in steel. This standard is technically identical with and reproduced from ISO 10153:1991.
Prescribes the procedure for measuring the bending resistance of paper or paperboard using the Taber stiffness tester. Although this instrument is called a stiffness tester, it cannot be used to measure stiffness because most paper and paperboard materials, when tested according to this method, are bent beyond their elastic limit. Bending resistance is defined as the force required to bend, under specified conditions, a rectangular test piece of the paper or paperboard which is clamped at one end. The method is applicable to paper and paperboard having a bending resistance value in the range 10 to 9000 mN.
Electrical
Proposed to Withdraw publication
Specifies safety requirements for the design and manufacture of electrically operated hospital beds, including requirements for side rails and prevention of entrapment, and variations for Australian/New Zealand use.. Identical with and has been reproduced from IEC 60601-2-38:1996, Amendment 1:1999.
Engineering
Proposed to Withdraw publication
Specifies the sampling and analytical procedure for the determination of diffusible and residual hydrogen in ferritic weld metal arising from the welding of ferritic steel using arc welding processes with filler metal.
Electrical
Draft for public comment
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify general requirements for construction, testing and performance, and describe the test methods that apply to portable, transportable and fixed equipment for the detection and measurement of flammable gas or vapour concentrations with air. The equipment, or parts thereof, is intended for use in explosive atmospheres and in mines susceptible to firedamp. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, IEC 60079 29 1:2016, Explosive atmospheres, Part 29-1: Gas detectors—Performance requirements of detectors for flammable gases. As this document has been reproduced from an International Standard, the following applies: (a) In the source text ‘this part of IEC 60079-29’ should read ‘this Australian/New Zealand Standard’; (b) A full point substitutes for a coma when referring to a decimal marker.
Comments close on 30/08/2017
Materials
Draft for public comment
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to provide manufacturers, specifiers, retailers, purchasers and users with test methods and requirements for general safety, strength, durability, stability and dimensions for office desks, office workstations, and tables intended to be used as office desks, for use in an indoor commercial and/or home office environments, to assist in determining the suitability of these items for their intended purpose.
Comments close on 11/10/2017
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Standard to target meth-contaminated properties released
The highly anticipated NZS 8510:2017 Testing and decontamination of methamphetamine contaminated properties has been released by Standards New Zealand.
Closer ties to European Committee for Standardization (CEN)
Standards New Zealand’s application to become a Companion Standards Body (CSB) with the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) has been approved by the CEN General Assembly, effective as of 1 July.
Standard amended to clarify self-containment for caravans
Freedom campers will now be required to have a usable toilet within their motor caravan or caravan to gain certification under Standards New Zealand’s amended self-contained standard NZS 5465:2001.
New | in brief
Update from the Manager, Standards New Zealand
Welcome to my July update for Touchstone.
This month the testing and decontamination of methamphetamine standard is released and there is news on our international ties.
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Lighting
New publication
AS/NZS 1680.2.4:2017 - Interior and workplace lighting - Part 2.4: Industrial tasks and processes
Sets out recommendations aimed at the provision of a visual environment conducive to the safe and efficient performance of tasks associated with industrial activities and processes.
Specifies for the Australian and New Zealand lighting industries, laboratory conditions, procedures, and instrumentation for making photometric measurements on luminaires for interior and workplace lighting, together with requirements for the derivation of certain photometric data needed for interior lighting calculations.
Sets out recommendations aimed at the provision of a visual environment conducive to the safe and efficient performance of tasks associated with industrial activities and processes.
Draft for public comment
DR AS/NZS 1680.2.5:2017 - Interior and workplace lighting Part 2.5: Hospital and medical tasks
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to set out recommendations aimed at the provision of a visual environment conducive to the safe and efficient performance of tasks associated with hospitals and medical premises. It is intended to be read in conjunction with the general recommendations of AS/NZS 1680.1 and with other specific recommendations in the AS/NZS 1680.2 series which may apply depending on the function of the interior space or the specific visual tasks involved.
Comments close on 04/09/2017
Materials
Draft for public comment
Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action This Standard recognizes the importance of textile floor covering maintenance as a contributing factor to indoor air quality as well as maximizing both appearance retention and the performance or wear life of a textile floor covering. There are five basic systems of textile floor covering cleaning recognized in this Standard based on the mechanical action involved in the cleaning process. This Standard recognizes— (a) the advancements in detergent technology and that all methods can have a positive effect on the appearance and longevity of the textile floor covering, and health of building occupants, if carried out by competent operators using the methods described in this Standard; and (b) the need for safe work practices and hygiene control with the inclusion of methods of control to help prevent cross contamination in vulnerable person’s facilities.
Comments close on 04/09/2017
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Electrical
New publication
Amendment 4 updates the Preface, 1.1, 3.5, 3.6, B.1, B2, B3 and Table B4. For Australia, the amendment to B.2 and B.4 takes effect 01 June 2018. All other aspects of this amendment are applicable from the date of publication. For New Zealand this amendment is applicable from the date of publication.
Amendment 4 applies to the Clauses 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 19, 22, 24, 25, Figures and Annexes. The IEC text in the amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Amendment 4 applies to the Clauses 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, 19, 22, 24, 25, Figures and Annexes. The IEC text in the amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Deals with the safety of cosmetic and beauty care appliances incorporating lasers or intense light sources for household and similar purposes, where their operation relies on contact with the skin, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. This standard covers appliances with a light emitting surface less than 25 cm2. Appliances with a light emitting surface equal to or greater than 25 cm2 are within the scope of IEC 60335-2-27. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-113, Ed 1:2016.
Deals with the safety of cosmetic and beauty care appliances incorporating lasers or intense light sources for household and similar purposes, where their operation relies on contact with the skin, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. This standard covers appliances with a light emitting surface less than 25 cm2. Appliances with a light emitting surface equal to or greater than 25 cm2 are within the scope of IEC 60335-2-27. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-113, Ed 1:2016.
Deals with the safety of electric deep fat fryers having a recommended maximum quantity of oil not exceeding 5 litres, frying pans, woks, and other appliances in which oil is used for cooking, and intended for household use and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.13:2010 on 30 June 2019. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-13 Ed.6 including Amendment 1 (2016).
Deals with the safety of electric deep fat fryers having a recommended maximum quantity of oil not exceeding 5 litres, frying pans, woks, and other appliances in which oil is used for cooking, and intended for household use and similar use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.13:2010 on 30 June 2019. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-13 Ed.6 including Amendment 1 (2016).
Deals with the safety of electric kitchen machines for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.14:2013 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-14, Ed 6:2016.
Deals with the safety of electric kitchen machines for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.14:2013 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-14, Ed 6:2016.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 1, 3, 7, 10, 11, 15, 19 and 22 and National Variations. The IEC text and National Variations take effect from 30 June 2019.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 1, 3, 7, 10, 11, 15, 19 and 22 and National Variations. The IEC text and National Variations take effect from 30 June 2019.
Deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2012 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-23, Ed 6:2016.
Deals with the safety of electric appliances for the care of skin or hair of persons or animals and intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. It will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.23:2012 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-23, Ed 6:2016.
Correction amendment to update Table 101.
Correction amendment to update Table 101.
Deals with the safety of electric battery chargers for household and similar use having an output not exceeding 120 V ripple-free direct current, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Battery chargers intended for charging batteries in a household end use application outside the scope of the IEC 60335 series of standards are within the scope of this standard. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.29:2004 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-29, Ed 5:2016.
Deals with the safety of electric battery chargers for household and similar use having an output not exceeding 120 V ripple-free direct current, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Battery chargers intended for charging batteries in a household end use application outside the scope of the IEC 60335 series of standards are within the scope of this standard. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.29:2004 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-29, Ed 5:2016.
Amendment 2 updates Clauses 2, 7, 11 and 22. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect on 30 June 2019.
Amendment 2 updates Clauses 2, 7, 11 and 22. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect on 30 June 2019.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 1, 7, 15, 22, 25, 30 and Annexes. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect on 30 June 2019.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 1, 7, 15, 22, 25, 30 and Annexes. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect on 30 June 2019.
Amendment 1 applies to Clauses 1, 7, 15, 20, 21, 25 and Annexes. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Amendment 1 applies to Clauses 1, 7, 15, 20, 21, 25 and Annexes. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum cleaners, including back-pack vacuum cleaners, and dust extractors, for wet suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction, intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use with or without attachments. They may be provided with a blowing or inflating function. It also deals with the safety of centrally-sited vacuum cleaners, excluding the installation of the system. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.69:2012 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-69, Ed 5:2016.
Deals with the safety of electrical motor-operated vacuum cleaners, including back-pack vacuum cleaners, and dust extractors, for wet suction, dry suction, or wet and dry suction, intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use with or without attachments. They may be provided with a blowing or inflating function. It also deals with the safety of centrally-sited vacuum cleaners, excluding the installation of the system. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.69:2012 on 30 June 2020. Adopted with national modifications from, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-69, Ed 5:2016.
Deals with the safety of powered ride-on and powered walk-behind machines intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use for the following applications: sweeping, scrubbing, wet or dry pick-up, polishing, application of wax, sealing products and powder based detergents and shampooing of floors with an artificial surface. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.72:2013 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-72, Ed 4:2016.
Deals with the safety of powered ride-on and powered walk-behind machines intended for commercial indoor or outdoor use for the following applications: sweeping, scrubbing, wet or dry pick-up, polishing, application of wax, sealing products and powder based detergents and shampooing of floors with an artificial surface. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.72:2013 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-72, Ed 4:2016.
Deals with the safety of high-pressure cleaners without traction drive, intended for household and commercial indoor or outdoor use, having a rated pressure not less than 2,5 MPa and not exceeding 35 MPa. It also applies to steam cleaners and those parts of hot water high pressure cleaners incorporating a steam stage which have a capacity not exceeding 100 l, a rated pressure not exceeding 2,5 MPa and a capacity and rated pressure not exceeding 5 MPa·l. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2012 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-79, Ed 4:2016.
Deals with the safety of high-pressure cleaners without traction drive, intended for household and commercial indoor or outdoor use, having a rated pressure not less than 2,5 MPa and not exceeding 35 MPa. It also applies to steam cleaners and those parts of hot water high pressure cleaners incorporating a steam stage which have a capacity not exceeding 100 l, a rated pressure not exceeding 2,5 MPa and a capacity and rated pressure not exceeding 5 MPa·l. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.79:2012 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-79, Ed 4:2016.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 2, 7, 20, 22 and Annex BB. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 2, 7, 20, 22 and Annex BB. The IEC text in this amendment takes effect from 30 June 2019.
Deals with the safety of electric drives for shutters, blinds and awnings, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase drives and 480 V for other drives. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2007 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 60335-2-97, Ed 3:2016.
Deals with the safety of electric drives for shutters, blinds and awnings, intended for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase drives and 480 V for other drives. The 2017 edition will supersede AS/NZS 60335.2.97:2007 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 60335-2-97, Ed 3:2016.
Amendment 3 applies to Clauses 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 11, 19 and 21 and National Variations. The IEC text and National Variations in this amendment take effect on 30 June 2019.
Amendment 3 applies to Clauses 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 11, 19 and 21 and National Variations. The IEC text and National Variations in this amendment take effect on 30 June 2019.
Applies to hand-held shears and nibblers the rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. This edition will supersede AS/NZS 60745.2.8:2009 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, but does not include the text of, IEC 62841-2-8, Ed 1:2016.
Applies to hand-held shears and nibblers the rated voltage is not more than 250 V for single-phase a.c. or d.c. tools, and 480 V for three-phase a.c. tools. The rated input is not more than 3 700 W. This standard deals with the hazards presented by tools which are encountered by all persons in the normal use and reasonably foreseeable misuse of the tools. Hand-held electric tools, which can be mounted on a support or working stand for use as fixed tools without any alteration of the tool itself, are within the scope of this standard and such combination of a hand-held tool and a support is considered to be a transportable tool and thus covered by the relevant Part 3. This edition will supersede AS/NZS 60745.2.8:2009 on 30 June 2020. Identical to, and includes the text of, IEC 62841-2-8, Ed 1:2016.
Materials
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Provides a measure of the crushing resistance of the arch structure of corrugated board when subjected to loads applied perpendicular to the surface of the board and under conditions that minimize lateral motion of the facings. This test may be used on single-wall or single-face corrugated board, but is not suitable for and cannot be adapted to measuring the crushing resistance of double-wall corrugated board, which usually fails by lateral motion of the centre liner. Adopted with national modifications from ISO 3035:2011.
Consumer safety
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NZS 8510:2017 - Testing and decontamination of methamphetamine-contaminated properties
Addresses all potential sources of methamphetamine contamination in affected properties, and aims to ensure consistency, reliability, and competency in screening, sampling, testing and, where necessary, decontaminating properties and disposing of contaminated materials. The standard includes maximum acceptable methamphetamine levels to reduce risks of harm, contamination-level assessment processes, decontamination procedures, and post-decontamination verification that affected properties have been decontaminated and are safe to occupy. The standard is intended to assist a wide range of stakeholders, including property owners, managers and tenants, and local authorities (councils). It has been prepared with input from property interests, the insurance sector, local authorities, public health authorities, and those involved in screening, sampling, testing, and decontaminating methamphetamine-contaminated properties.
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Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify requirements and test methods for general purpose focimeters designed for the measurement of vertex powers, cylinder axis, prismatic power and prism base setting within a restricted area at a specified location of a lens. This excludes instruments that can only measure the whole lens at once. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 8598-1:2014, Optics and optical instruments — Focimeters — Part 1: General purpose instruments.
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Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify optical and non-optical requirements and test methods for anti-reflective coatings on spectacle lenses. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 8980 4:2006, Ophthalmic optics— Uncut finished spectacle lenses—Part 4: Specifications and test methods for anti-reflective coatings.
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Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action The objective of this Standard is to specify requirements for test lenses for the calibration of focimeters that are used for the measurement of spectacle form lenses. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from, ISO 9342-1:2005, Optics and optical instruments — Test lenses for calibration of focimeters — Part 1: Test lenses for focimeters used for measuring spectacle lenses.
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Electrical
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AS/NZS 3100:2017 specifies the general safety requirements for, or with respect to, equipment (including fittings, accessories, appliances, and apparatus) of classes and types that are used in, or intended for use in, or in connection with, electrical installations in buildings, structures, and premises. It is not applicable to an appliance within the scope of AS/NZS 60335.1 Amendment 1 applies to Contents, Preface, Section 1, Section 3 and Section 8 and takes effect two years from the date of publication
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Amendment 1 to IEC 60335-1 published in December 2013 changed the title of Annex B from ‘Appliances powered by rechargeable batteries’ to ‘Appliances powered by rechargeable batteries that recharged in the appliance’ and introduced a new annex ‘Battery-operated appliances powered by batteries that are non-rechargeable or not recharged in the appliance’. Amendment 1 to IEC 60335-2-2 is now out of step with IEC 60335-1 Ed 5.1. It is stated in the foreword of IEC 60335-2-2 Ed 6 and Ed 6.1: ‘This part is to be used in conjunction with the latest edition of IEC 60335-1 and its amendments.’ This situation has caused uncertainty on how to test robotic vacuum cleaners supplied with a rechargeable battery that is not recharged in the appliance. Amendment 4 applies to Foreword and interpretation sheet for Annex S in the IEC text and will take effect from the date of application.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.30:2015 deals with the safety of electric room heaters for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Amendment 2 applies to Contents, Foreword, Clauses 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 11, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 29, 30, Figures, Bibliography and National Variations. The IEC text and National variations will take effect 2 years from the date of publication.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.34:2016 deals with the safety of sealed (hermetic and semi-hermetic type) motor-compressors, and their protection and control systems, if any, which are intended for use in equipment for household and similar purposes and which conform with the standards applicable to such equipment. It applies to motor-compressors tested separately, under the most severe conditions that may be expected to occur in normal use, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase motor-compressors and 480 V for other motor-compressors. Amendment 1 applies to Clauses 1, 6, 13, 16, 19, 22, 29, Annex AA and Bibliography. The IEC Text in this amendment will take effect two years from the date of publication.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.35:2013 deals with the safety of electric instantaneous water heaters for household and similar purposes and intended for heating water below boiling temperature, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Amendment 1 applies to Clauses 5, 7, 13, 16, 22. The IEC Text in this amendment will take effect two years from the date of publication.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.53:2011 deals with the safety of electric sauna heating appliances and infrared-emitting units having a rated power input not exceeding 20 kW, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. Amendment 1 applies to Introduction and Clauses 3, 22, 24. The IEC Text in this amendment will take effect two years from the date of publication.
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DR 17907 CP - AS/NZS 60335.2.105:2017
AS/NZS 60335.2.105:2017 deals with the safety of electric multifunctional shower cabinets and electric separate multifunctional shower units for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V for single-phase appliances and 480 V for other appliances. AS/NZS 60335.2.105:2017 will supersede the 2006 edition 3 years from the date of publication.
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AS/NZS 60335.2.109:2011 deals with the safety of UV radiation water treatment appliances for household and similar purposes, their rated voltage being not more than 250 V. Amendment 2 applies to Clauses 15, 22, 23, 32 and Annexes. The IEC Text in this amendment will take effect 2 years from the date of publication.
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AS/NZS 4417.2:2012 Amendment 5 updates the Preface, Annex B.2 Combined Australian and New Zealand Equipment Regulatory Definitions and Table B.4 Australian and New Zealand Equipment Risk Classifications. In New Zealand a level 3 item of equipment is also classified as a level 2 item of equipment to comply with New Zealand Electricity (Safety) Regulations for the issuance of a Supplier Declaration of Conformity. As this is the fifth amendment to AS/NZS 4417.2:2012 it will be published as a revised edition.
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Materials
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Specifies the Soxhlet and Soxtec procedures for determining organic solvent extractives in wood, pulp and paper. It is recognized that the two procedures can yield different results.
Telecommunications and radio
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Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action It is intended that this Standard will run in parallel with AS/NZS 60065:2017, Audio, video and similar electronic apparatus—Safety requirements, (IEC 60065:2014 (ED.8.0) and AS/NZS 60950.1:2015, Information technology equipment—Safety, Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60950-1, Ed. 2.2 (2013), MOD), for at least three years from the date of publication, until AS/NZS 60065 and AS/NZS 60950.1 are eventually withdrawn. The objective of this Standard is to establish minimum safety requirements for the design, construction and operation of electrical and electronic equipment within the field of audio, video, information and communication technology, and business and office equipment. It sets out requirements intended to ensure the safety of the operator and other people who may come into contact with the equipment (i.e. ‘ordinary persons’) and, where specifically stated, maintenance and service personnel (i.e. ‘instructed persons’ and ‘skilled persons’).
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Lighting
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Please note that when submitting comments on draft Joint standards, these must be submitted to Standards Australia. To do this, please use the following link— https://hub.standards.org.au/hub/public/listOpenCommentingPublication.action Amendment 1 to SA/SNZ TS 1158.6:2015 Lighting for roads and public spaces Part 6: Luminaires
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AS/NZS 1301.407:2017 - Methods of test for pulp and paper - Method 407: Ring crush test
Provides a measure of the resistance to crushing due to in-plane compressive forces that can occur during shipment or storage of fibreboard shipping containers. Adopted with national modifications from ISO 12192:2011.
Specifies a method for measuring the diffuse blue reflectance factor (ISO brightness) of pulps, papers and boards. Identical with and reproduced from ISO 2470-1:2016.
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The objective of this Standard is to provide requirements which are intended to reduce the risks to children when finger paints are used as intended or in a foreseeable way, bearing in mind the behaviour of children.
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Electrical
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DR AS/NZS 3112:2017 CP - Approval and test specification—Plugs and socket outlets
The objective of this standard is to provide the Australian and New Zealand electrical industry, including manufacturers, test laboratories and regulators, with requirements and test methods for plugs and socket-outlets. Regulatory Authorities have accepted a transition period of 18 months for the requirements of particular clauses. In Clause 3.1.2, new requirements have been added. In Paragraphs J2.3, J4.3.1 and J4.8.2 through to J4.8.4.1 of Appendix J, new and pre-existing requirements are included. During the transition period, the pre-existing requirements may be applied in lieu of the new requirements. All other parts of this Standard take effect from the date of publication. The ‘new requirement’ date of application (DOA) and the ‘preexisting’ date of withdrawal (DOW), where relevant, are indicated by the marginal bar against the part affected. This standard is one of a series of approval and test specifications to be read in conjunction with AS/NZS 3100, Approval and test specification—General requirements for electrical equipment. The purpose of this series is to outline conditions which need to be met to secure approval for the sale and use of electrical equipment. Only safety matters and related conditions are covered.
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Next steps on development of NZS 8510 testing and decontamination of methamphetamine-contaminated properties
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Guide to painting of buildings
A new standard provides a guide to products and procedures for the painting of buildings for general domestic, commercial, and industrial use.
Tinker Tailor – clothing size standards get a makeover
Ever wondered how clothing sizes are calculated and why they vary? A standard for measuring the body in order to calculate clothing size and shape profiles has just been updated to ensure that everything fits just right.
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Electrical
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Provides rulings on enquiries relating to diesel fuels.
Specifies electrical safety requirements for self-ballasted LED-lamps, intended for general lighting services, with a rated voltage of greater than 50 V. Adopted with national modifications from IEC 62560, Ed. 1.1:2015.
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The objective of this Standard is to specify method of test for the assessment of vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables, electrical or optical, under defined conditions. This Standard specifies the apparatus and its arrangement and calibration. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60332-3-10:2000+AMD1:2008 CSV (ED. 1.1), Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions, Part 3-10: Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables—Apparatus.
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The objective of this Standard is to specify method of test for the assessment of vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables, electrical or optical, under defined conditions. This Standard specifies Category A F/R and relates only to power cables of conductor cross-sectional area greater than 35 mm2 installed on the test ladder in a spaced configuration on the front and rear to achieve a nominal total volume of non-metallic material of 7 l/m of test sample. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60332-3-21:2000 (ED. 1.0), Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions, Part 3-21: Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables—Category A F/R.
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The objective of this Standard is to specify methods of test for the assessment of vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables, electrical or optical, under defined conditions. This Standard specifies Category A and relates to cables installed on the test ladder to achieve a nominal total volume of non-metallic material of 7 l/m of test sample. This category is intended for general use where high volumes of non-metallic material are required to be evaluated. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60332-3-22:2000+AMD1:2008 CSV (ED. 1.1), Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions, Part 3-22: Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables—Category A.
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The objective of this Standard is to specify method of test for the assessment of vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables, electrical or optical, under defined conditions. This Standard specifies Category C and relates to cables installed on the test ladder to achieve a nominal total volume of non-metallic material of 1,5 l/m of test sample. This category is intended for general use where low volumes of non-metallic material are required to be evaluated. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60332-3-24:2000+AMD1:2008 CSV (ED. 1.1), Tests on electric and optical fibre cables under fire conditions, Part 3-24: Test for vertical flame spread of vertically-mounted bunched wires or cables—Category C.
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The objective of this Standard is to specify the apparatus and procedure for the determination of the amount of halogen acid gas, other than hydrofluoric acid, evolved during the combustion of compounds based on halogenated polymers and compounds containing halogenated additives taken from electric or optical fibre cable constructions. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60754-1:2011 (ED. 3.0), Test on gases evolved during combustion of materials from cables, Part 1: Determination of the halogen acid gas content.
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This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee, EL-003 Electric Wires and Cables, to supersede in part, AS/NZS 1660.5.3:1998, Test methods for electric cables, cords and conductors, Method 5.3: Fire tests—Determination of the amount of halogen acid gas evolved during the combustion of polymeric materials taken from cables. The objective of this Standard is to specify the apparatus and procedure for the determination of the potential corrosivity of gases evolved during the combustion of materials taken from electric or optical fibre cable constructions by measuring the acidity (pH) and conductivity of an aqueous solution resulting from the gases evolved during the combustion. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 60754-2:2011 (ED. 2.0), Test on gases evolved during combustion of materials from cables, Part 2: Determination of acidity (by pH measurement) and conductivity.
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This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-003 Electric Wires and Cables, to supersede in part, AS/NZS 1660.5.2:2006, Test methods for electric cables, cords and conductors, Method 5.2: Fire tests—Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. The objective of this Standard is to provide details of the test apparatus to be used for measuring smoke emission when electric or optical fibre cables are burnt under defined conditions, for example, a few cables burnt horizontally This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 61034-1:2005+AMD1:2013 CSV (ED. 3.1), Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions, Part 1: Test apparatus.
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This Standard was prepared by the Joint Standards Australia/Standards New Zealand Committee EL-003 Electric Wires and Cables, to supersede in part, AS/NZS 1660.5.2:2006, Test methods for electric cables, cords and conductors, Method 5.2: Fire tests—Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions. The objective of this Standard is to provide details of the test procedure to be employed for the measurement of the density of smoke emitted from cables burning under defined conditions. This Standard describes the means of preparing and assembling cables for test, the method of burning the cables, and gives recommended requirements for evaluating test results. This Standard is identical with, and has been reproduced from IEC 61034-2:2005+AMD1:2013 CSV (ED. 3.1), Measurement of smoke density of cables burning under defined conditions, Part 2: Test procedure and requirements.
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Electrical New publication
Amendment 1 applies to Clauses 2.5.2 and 2.5.6.