Standards: Glossary 

We have gathered an overview of important terms and definitions related to Standards. Use this as a reference guide whenever needed, or open it in a separate tab and use it actively while going through the Standards courses.
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Annex

Standards commonly include annexes containing extra information. Annexes can be either informative (containing recommendations or options) or normative (containing requirements). See Normative vs. Informative Elements.

Example: Annex A in a standard might provide optional guidance on implementation steps, while Annex B could contain mandatory calculation methods.

ASTM International

ASTM is an SDO developing standards for engineering, construction, and manufacturing. ASTM standards are widely referenced in US regulations and contracts, and used internationally in many technical fields.

Example: ASTM C150 defines requirements for Portland cement.

Audit / Auditor

The conformity assessment process for management system standards is called an audit and must be carried out regularly to maintain certification. Can be both an internal audit and an external/certification audit. See Conformity, Certification

Example: An internal auditor reviews whether a company follows its ISO 9001 procedures before an external certification audit.

Annex

Standards commonly include annexes containing extra information. Annexes can be either informative (containing recommendations or options) or normative (containing requirements). See Normative vs. Informative Elements.

Example: Annex A in a standard might provide optional guidance on implementation steps, while Annex B could contain mandatory calculation methods.

ASTM International

ASTM is an SDO developing standards for engineering, construction, and manufacturing. ASTM standards are widely referenced in US regulations and contracts, and used internationally in many technical fields.

Example: ASTM C150 defines requirements for Portland cement.

Audit / Auditor

The conformity assessment process for management system standards is called an audit and must be carried out regularly to maintain certification. Can be both an internal audit and an external/certification audit. See Conformity, Certification

Example: An internal auditor reviews whether a company follows its ISO 9001 procedures before an external certification audit.

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