questions repeatedly arise regarding their application in practice. Interpretation of the texts of New Approach directives is the task of European Commission services and of European bodies. The functions
responsibilities of the CEN/CENELEC Consultants ( CEN/CENELEC Guide 15: Tasks and responsibilities of the New Approach consultants (pdf) ) do not make provision for a formal veto. Further progress of a final draft
erten.de KANBrief 1/10: Machine safety standards: unfinished business following adaptation to the new directive Is agricultural machinery on the home straight? Caution: presumption of conformity! Requirements
schlueter@kan.de KANBrief 1/10: Machine safety standards: unfinished business following adaptation to the new directive Is agricultural machinery on the home straight? Caution: presumption of conformity! Requirements
Products not yet ready for the market It goes without saying that the added elements must not pose new risks or discomfort for the wearer and must function correctly under all foreseeable conditions of
retirement age. Working conditions have become more complex in recent years. Has this resulted in any new laws, specific plans, public debates or social negotiations? Development of working life has traditionally
Robert robert@kan.de KANBrief 1/15: Standardization in the safety and health of workers at work: a new policy paper provides guidance The social partners in KAN: "Not all topics are suitable for standa
sector In partnership with Germany’s National Federation of Skilled Crafts (ZDH), DIN has developed a new search portal geared specifically to the needs of small and medium-sized craft and trade businesses
users with a transitional solution for uniform and appropriate application of EN ISO 8041 until the new version of the standard is available, the position paper also includes an abridged, practicable procedure
IWAs are also unsuitable for regulating occupational safety and health and other safety aspects. A new point concerning the rules of procedure for development of VDE rules of application has been added