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Students should be aware of, and able to discuss, the importance of national and international standards in product design, including: • the four areas to be considered when labelling a garment: fibre content, country of origin, care instructions, flammability • British Standards Institute (BSI): performance codes in relation to the selection of materials for a range of end users • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). • the European Eco label • packaging directives. Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 41 42 Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration.
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Students should be aware of, and able to discuss, the importance of national and international standards in product design, including: • the four areas to be considered when labelling a garment: fibre content, country of origin, care instructions, flammability • British Standards Institute (BSI): performance codes in relation to the selection of materials for a range of end users • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). • the European Eco label • packaging directives. Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 41 42 Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration
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- You need to be able to students should be aware of, and able to discuss, the importance of national and international standards in product design, including: • the four areas to be considered when labelling a garment: fibre content, country of origin, care instructions, flammability • British Standards Institute (BSI): performance codes in relation to the selection of materials for a range of end users • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). • the European Eco label • packaging directives. Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration 41 42 Visit aqa.org.uk/7562 for the most up-to-date specification, resources, support and administration.
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Which of the following is NOT a required label on a garment according to national standards?
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Design inspiration is not a required label on a garment according to national standards.
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- British Standards Institute (BSI): An organization that sets standards for products and services in the UK, including performance codes for textiles.
- European Eco label: A certification that indicates a product meets environmental criteria, promoting sustainable practices in textiles.
Common trap
Misunderstanding garment labeling requirements: Ensure to include fibre content, country of origin, care instructions, and flammability on all garment labels.
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