Miscellaneous

Are Australian standards free?

Are Australian standards free?

Standards Australia do not currently offer free public access to standards. Prior to this members of the public had been able to access standards, for non-commercial purposes such as private research or study, through their State Library. …

How much is a SAI Global subscription?

SAI Global then holds its own agreement with nine participating libraries around Australia, giving each library online access to standards at an annual cost of $14,000.

Can anyone use the USQ Library?

We’re open to all USQ students, staff and community members. Study spaces and facilities are available for USQ staff and students to use at each campus. The USQ Makerspace is a community space for hands-on making with new digital fabrication technologies and traditional crafts.

How do I apply for Australian standards?

How do I obtain a standard and how much do they cost?

  1. Standards Store or call 1800 035 822 (from Australia), or +61 2 9237 6171 (from overseas)
  2. Techstreet (formerly “Standards Australia Webstore powered by Techstreet”) or call +61 1800 845 140.

Are Australian standards legally enforceable?

Australian Standards are only legally enforceable when they are incorporated by the legislature into legislation. It is very commonplace for standards to be incorporated into the law. For more information regarding the mandatory nature of certain standards, you should consult your commercial solicitor.

Why do I have to pay for Australian standards?

Standards are critical tools that support Australian businesses to operate legally, productively and safely. Many health and safety professionals need access to standards to do their work as consultants or as managers within business, and vast sums are invested in their purchasing, as outlined in this article.

How many Australian standards are there?

5,000 Australian Standards
Standards Australia maintains more than 5,000 Australian Standards® and associated publications, all available in a variety of formats from the traditional printed book, through to advanced online subscription services.

What time does the USQ library close?

8.00am – 5.00pm
Library Chat Opening hours *

Monday Friday
6 November – 20 February 2022* 8.00am – 5.00pm 8.00am – 5.00pm

Where can I find the Australian standards?

To identify current standards, use a site such as Techstreet or the SAI Global Infostore which provides information on Australian, ISO and a range of other international standards.

Why do you need to pay for Australian standards?

Is Standards Australia a federal body?

Standards Australia is the nation’s peak non-government, not-for-profit standards organisation.