The policies and processes for the development of Australian Standards and joint Australian/New Zealand Standards are set out in a series of Standardisation Guides as listed below. These guides are revised from time to time as new policies and procedures are introduced.

Preparing Standards (SG-001)

This guide describes, from an Australian perspective, policies and general processes applicable to the development of Australian and joint Australian/New Zealand Standards by Standards Australia.

Structure and Operation of Standardisation Committees (SG-002)

This guide describes, from an Australian perspective, the basic structure of committees and the processes by which committees are set up and maintained. By ensuring committees are fully representational of all affected stakeholders in the Australian and New Zealand communities, Standards retain their widespread acceptance and relevance.

Standards and Other Publications (SG-003)

This guide sets out the range of outcomes from the standardisation process conducted by Standards Australia. It provides details on the purpose and structure of Standards and also describes other publications that either support Standards or are alternatives to the normal Australian Standard. Its purpose is to assist the readers of Standards and other publications in the use and understanding of these documents.

Roles and Responsibilities in Standardisation (SG-004)

Within the standardisation process, individuals and organisations have well defined roles and responsibilities. These have been developed and refined over many years to ensure the objectives of standardisation are met and to maintain the high reputation Australian Standards have in the community. This guide describes the operational roles and responsibilities of all participants, including committee members, nominating organisations and project managers, in the standardisation process used by Standards Australia.

Technical Governance of the Standards Development Process (SG-005)

SG-005 is currently under review.

Rules for the structure and drafting of Australian Standards (SG-006)

This guide specifies rules for the structure and drafting of Australian Standards and joint Australian/New Zealand Standards where the secretariat is held by Standards Australia.  The aim of this guide is to ensure that Standards Australia publications are drafted in as uniform a manner as practicable, irrespective of the technical content. This guide is based on but not equivalent to ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, 2001, Rules for the structure and drafting of International Standards.

Adoption of International Standards (SG-007)

The policy of Standards Australia on the adoption of International Standards as Australian Standards (including as joint Australian/New Zealand Standards) and is intended to assist committees in their consideration of the international alignment of Standards under development.

Preparation of Standards for Legislative Adoption (SG-009)

Reflects the need for consolidation of their relationship to enhance consistency between the Building Code of Australia and the Australian Standards which it references, and also to reflect the requirements of the community and governments of Australia.

Australian Involvement in International Standardisation (SG-015)

This guide provides an outline of the way in which Australian interests participate in preparing International Standards via ISO and IEC. It also includes a summary version of the international procedures themselves.

Drafting of Standards - Under Occupational Health and Safety Legislation (SG-017)

Assists committees in developing Australian Standards that may incorporate an occupational health and safety component, to ensure compatibility with the legal requirements. It does not address the New Zealand component of joint Australian/New Zealand Standards.

Preparation of Standards Referenced by Water Utilities (SG-018)

Sets out the criteria to be followed to ensure that the water utilities regulatory, contractual or guidance frameworks are met in the Standards.

Participation by End-use Consumers in Standardisation (SG-020)

Assists the end-use consumer representatives to participate in the development of Australian Standards.