Bushfires response
In response to the devastating bushfires or 2019-20, the Commonwealth Government and Standards Australia jointly funded access for all Australians to AS 3959:2018,
Construction of buildings in bushfire-prone areas.
COVID-19 coordination
To tackle shortages of vital PPE equipment, such as masks, surgical gowns and hands sanitisers, Standards Australia played a vital role assisting manufacturers in quickly retooling to meet demand.
Distribution and Licensing
After regaining distribution and licensing rights, we launched the Standards Australia Webstore. In addition, we launched a D&L policy framework to encourage competition and innovative ideas.