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Could a New Standard Reduce Human Errors in Safety? Standard Norway Wants Feedback
Standard Norway is exploring the development of comprehensive standards addressing human factors in accident prevention and is seeking feedback from businesses by March 1.
New Norwegian Competency Standard for Social Workers Open for Consultation
A new Norwegian competency standard, NS 6512, designed for authorized social workers, is now open for consultation until February 17, 2025.
Standard Norway Expands With New Committees and Recruitment Drive
Standard Norway has announced the creation of two new technical committees and is seeking additional members for two existing committees.
Standard Norway and Innovation Norway Launch Free Digital Course on Standards
Standard Norway and Innovation Norway have released a free, 25-minute digital course that introduces the role and importance of standards.
Standard Norway Introduces Innovative AI Tools for Standards Users
Standard Norway is launching new tools to simplify and enhance the use of standards.
Standard Norway Recruiting Experts for New Railway Standardization Committee
Standard Norway has announced the formation of a new committee to develop standards for railway infrastructure and rolling stock.
NEK Publishes New Standard for Emergency Preparedness
The Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) has launched NEK 801, a new standard for electrical installations in mobile units used by defense and emergency response actors.
Standard Norway Launches Committee for Data and Digitization in Agriculture
Standard Norway established a new national standardization committee in September to support the development of data-driven agrifood systems.
Fishing Vessel Waste Management Standard Under Review in Norway with Industry Input
"Standard Norway" is in the process of reviewing the NS-ISO 5020 waste management standard for fishing vessels to determine how suitable it is for the industry.
Norway Adopts International Standards for Life Cycle Processes in Systems
The Norwegian Electrotechnical Committee (NEK) has launched NEK 288, a new standard collection providing a structured framework for life cycle processes in systems and software engineering.
Norway Tightens Greenhouse Gas Verification Standards to Meet EU Goals
Norway has successfully aligned with the EU’s updated requirements for greenhouse gas verification under the ETS framework.Global News
VDA 20 Guide on AI in Quality Management Opens for Feedback
The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA) has released VDA 20 – AI in Quality Management as a draft document and opened it for public feedback until June 30, 2026,
ISO 14155 on Clinical Investigations of Medical Devices in Humans Updated
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published ISO 14155:2026, updating the global Good Clinical Practice standard for clinical investigations of medical devices in human subjects.
ISO 17024 Third Edition Published: Updated Rules For Certification Of Persons
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published the third edition of ISO/IEC 17024,
ISO 12100 Machinery Safety Revision Stalls Over Risk Definition Dispute
The revision of ISO 12100, the core standard for machinery safety, remains unresolved following a negative international vote, with key disagreements, including on alignment with EU requirements.
Sweden Introduces CBAM Accreditation for Emissions Verifiers, Reflecting Broader Global Shift in Climate Data Assurance
The Swedish Board for Accreditation and Conformity Assessment (SWEDAC) has introduced a new accreditation area for organizations verifying emissions data under the
Youth Leadership Program Opens Applications For 2026–2027 Environmental Cohort
Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Environmental Management Youth Leadership Group (YLG 3.0), an initiative of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
PEFC Opens Nominations For Forest Management Working Group Seats
The Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) is inviting nominations for its Sustainable Forest Management Working Group, with submissions open until April 22, 2026.
"Global Standard" Opens Second Consultation On Responsible Textile Standard GRTS
Global Standard has opened a second public consultation on Draft 2 of the Global Responsible Textile Standard (GRTS),
DIN SPEC 14027 Establishes First Comprehensive Framework for Corporate Security
The German Institute for Standardization (DIN) has published DIN SPEC 14027,
GHG Protocol Begins Scope 3 Revision Tightening Data and Measurement Rules
The Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) has launched a major revision of its Scope 3 standard,
ISO 17020 Third Edition Published With Risk-Based Approach
A new edition of ISO/IEC 17020 has been published, introducing updated requirements for inspection bodies and replacing the 2012 version after a technical revision.
