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Students should be aware of, and able to discuss, the importance of national and international standards in product design, including: • British Standards Institute (BSI) • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) • Restriction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) directive • battery directive • polymer codes for identification and recycling • packaging directives • WEEE directives • energy ratings of products • eco-labelling: • the Mobius Loop • the European Eco-label • the EC energy label • the Energy Efficient label and logo • Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) • EPA energy star.
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Students should be aware of, and able to discuss, the importance of national and international standards in product design, including: • British Standards Institute (BSI) • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) • Restriction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) directive • battery directive • polymer codes for identification and recycling • packaging directives • WEEE directives • energy ratings of products • eco-labelling: • the Mobius Loop • the European Eco-label • the EC energy label • the Energy Efficient label and logo • Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) • EPA energy star
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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: • British Standards Institute (BSI) • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) • Restriction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) directive • battery directive • polymer codes for identification and recycling • packaging directives • WEEE directives • energy ratings of products • eco-labelling: • the Mobius Loop • the European Eco-label • the EC energy label • the Energy Efficient label and logo • Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) • EPA energy star.
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Quick student answer
Which of the following is a primary purpose of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO)?
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The primary purpose of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) is to promote international standardization across various industries.
Key terms
- Eco-labeling: A labeling system that identifies products with a reduced environmental impact, helping consumers make informed choices.
- Energy ratings: A classification system that indicates the energy efficiency of products, helping consumers understand their energy consumption.
Common trap
Confusing standards with regulations: Understand that standards provide guidelines for best practices, while regulations are legally enforceable requirements.
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