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ISO to Develop Road Safety Standard
Mon, 03/10/2008 - 22:00
(ISO: Geneva) -- The International Organization for Standardization recently approved the creation of a new project committee to develop an international standard for road traffic safety management systems. The secretariat of the project…
Three Key Trends Shaping the New World of WorkTrends to watch across the turbulent twenties
Thu, 02/16/2023 - 13:24
(ISO News: Geneva, Switzerland) -- The world of work connects employers, workers, governments and regulators, but it has fundamentally changed since 2019. The upheaval caused by the pandemic, energy crisis, war and the green transition have exposed…
Embracing Net ZeroTaking crucial steps toward a sustainable future
Mon, 06/26/2023 - 11:03
Net zero is our strongest tool yet against the climate crisis. The transition to net-zero emissions presents a compelling solution that offers not only environmental benefits but also economic, social, and health advantages. Failing to act swiftly…
The Circular Economy: Building Trust Through Conformity AssessmentUsing the CASCO Toolbox to repair and restore
Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:25
Economic practices need to change. The environmental and social consequences of unsustainable growth strategies are becoming increasingly obvious. A circular economy offers a way to counteract the climate crisis, strengthen our adaptive capacity and…
Earthquake-Resistant Cranes With New ISO StandardISO 11031 was developed at Japan’s request following the 1995 earthquake in Kobe
Wed, 09/14/2016 - 16:46
(ISO: Geneva) -- Do cranes pose a risk during earthquakes? A new ISO standard for cranes used in seismically active regions will make sure they don’t. We are no strangers to cranes towering over our city landscapes, but how can we ensure they will…