Contact lenses – ISO Standard updated
Issue 29 – July 2011
With millions of people around the world using contact lenses, it is important to make sure that these are safe to wear. However, different countries may have different regulations, which creates confusion for manufacturers, suppliers, and even users. To harmonise requirements for contact lenses, care products, and accessories around the world, ISO developed ISO 14534:2011, Ophthalmic optics – Contact lenses and contact lens care products – fundamental requirements. ISO 14534 has been technically revised to bring it up to date with the latest industry developments.
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DR AS/NZS ISO 8124.3 CP Safety of toys – Part 3: Migration of certain elements (ISO 8124-3:2010, MOD) – Revision of AS/NZS ISO 8124.3:2003
To provide requirements to limit the bioavailability of certain elements resulting from the use of toys.
Public comment on this draft closes on 22 July 2011
DR AS/NZS ISO 8124.6 CP Safety of toys Part 6: Swings, slides and similar activity toys for indoor and outdoor family domestic use
To provide requirements to minimise the risk from certain specific hazards associated with the referenced products when used in a domestic environment.
Public comment on this draft closes on 22 July 2011
STANDARD IN DEVELOPMENT
Safer house design/safety in the home handbook
Committee: P4102
Project Manager: Hagen Kerr
Estimated publication date: July 2011
Comments: The post-public comment meeting and review of all public comments received was completed in June. Prior to postal ballot it is expected a change in title will be decided along with recommendations for changes to the Handbook. The final edits and illustrations are underway, with publication expected in July.