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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 18h

The Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association (#BHMA) celebrates its 100th anniversary this fall. From locks and hinges to exit devices and door closers, ANSI/BHMA standards shape the #Hardware we interact with every day, whether it’s the front door of a home or hospital emergency exit.

A Century of Standards: BHMA Celebrates 100 Years This Fall - ANSI Blog

BHMA's 100th anniversary in 2025: learn the legacy of the ANSI/BHMA builders hardware standards for doors and locks.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 1d

A 2023 study of administrative staff at Bangladeshi universities found a strong link between poorly designed input devices and increased rates of #Musculoskeletal disorders. ISO 9241-410:2008 is a standard that outlines #Ergonomic design criteria for keyboards, mice, and other input devices.

ISO 9241-410:2008— Ergonomic Input Devices - ANSI Blog

Learn how ISO 9241-410:2008 sets ergonomic design criteria for keyboards, mice, tablets, and other input devices.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 2d

Human-Machine Interfaces (#HMIs) are at the heart of modern industrial #Automation—from oil & gas to food & beverage, HMIs provide operators with real-time data, intuitive controls, and centralized system oversight. ANSI/ISA 101.01-2015 addresses HMIs for equipment and automated processes.

ANSI/ISA 101.01-2015: HMIs for Process Automation Systems - ANSI Blog

Explore ANSI/ISA 101.01-2015, the standard for designing and managing Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) in industrial automation.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 3d

ISO/IEC 27031:2025 offers guidance to help organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from information and communication #Technology (ICT) disruptions. This standard builds resilience across #ICT operations and reduces downtime and data loss. Find it here: ansi.link/ISO-IEC-2703....

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 4d

Happy #WorldStandardsDay! Standards are the invisible framework that makes our world work, driving innovation and safety. This year’s theme, “Shared Vision for a Better World: Spotlight on SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals,” highlights how #Standards foster global collaboration and progress!

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 5d

The revised #RobotSafety standard ANSI/A3 R15.06 2025 is harmonized with ISO 10218 1:2025 and ISO 10218 2:2025, and it now shifts focus to collaborative applications, addresses cybersecurity, and contains explicit functional safety rules.

What's New in the ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 Robot Safety Standard - ANSI Blog

The revised robot safety standard ANSI/A3 R15.06 2025 shifts focus to collaborative applications, cybersecurity, and functional safety rules.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 6d

From smart homes to banking to healthcare, #AI is everywhere—and yet, confusion around AI terminology exists. That’s why standardized terminology is essential. INCITS/ISO/IEC 22989:2022 (2023) establishes terminology for AI and describes concepts in the field of AI.

INCITS/ISO/IEC 22989:2022 (2023)— Artificial Intelligence Terminology - ANSI Blog

Learn how INCITS/ISO/IEC 22989:2022 (2023) defines key AI terminology to foster clear communication of AI development across industries.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 7d

Partnering with Workcred, the Higher Learning Commission, and the League for Innovation in the Community College, Moraine Valley pioneered a curriculum overhaul to prepare students to become certification-ready for #MicrosoftAzure, one of the most in-demand platforms in the #IT ecosystem.

Advancing IT Careers: How Moraine Valley Community College Aligned Its Curriculum with Microsoft Azure Certification - Workcred Point of View

How to Advance IT Careers with Microsoft Azure: As part of the Certification + Degree (C+D) pathway, Moraine Valley pioneered a curriculum.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 8d

Your brain may contain a plastic spoon’s worth of #Microplastics! Tiny #Plastics are everywhere — in our air, food, water, and even our bodies. What does this mean for our health?

Health Effects of Microplastics: What the Science Says - ANSI Blog

Discover how microplastics affect human health—brain, heart, and immune system—and the standards guiding environmental microplastic analysis.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 9d

Elevate safety in industrial robotics with ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025! 🤖 This recently updated standard provides clear guidance for the safe design, integration, installation, and operation of industrial #Robot systems. Find ANSI/A3 R15.06-2025 here: ansi.link/ANSI-A3-R15.....

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 10d

ANAB serves as your trusted partner in #Accreditation, offering #TrainingCourses led by highly experienced experts. These sessions are designed to expand your knowledge and skills while guiding your organization through the accreditation process with greater confidence.

Upcoming ANAB Training Courses in December 2025

Start your accreditation journey with ANAB training! Each course is designed to enhance your expertise and provide practical guidance that prepares your organization for accreditation success. With AN...

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 11d

ANSI/ASSP A10.11-2025 sets the safety requirements for how #PersonnelNets are selected, installed, tested, inspected, and used on construction, repair, and demolition projects. This standard is an important safeguard for protecting workers. Find it here: ansi.link/ANSI-ASSP-A1....

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 12d

Europe generally adopts a stricter approach to ingredient approval, while the US favors a more risk-based system. The differences between EU and US #FoodStandards encompass the pillars of #FoodSafety, quality & integrity in today’s globalized food industry.

Differences between European and American Food Standards - ANSI Blog

Explore key differences in food safety, additives, GMOs, and labeling between U.S. and European standards to make informed food choices.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 13d

84% of workers experience #MentalHealth challenges due to work. Workplaces with strong #PsychologicalSafety see: 76% ↑ engagement, 74% ↓ stress, and 27% ↓ turnover. ISO 45003:2021 provides guidance on managing #PsychosocialRisks at work.

ISO 45003:2021—Psychological Health and Safety at Work - ANSI Blog

Learn how ISO 45003:2021 helps organizations manage psychosocial risks, support mental health at work, and create safe workplaces.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 14d

A new comprehensive Playbook for #Certification + #Degree Pathways captures the lessons learned from four pioneering community colleges and offers flexible models, guiding principles, and practical tools for institutions ready to take this important step.

Bridging Education and Industry: Certification + Degree Pathways for the Future of Community Colleges - Workcred Point of View

Bridging Education and Industry: Certification + Degree Pathways for the Future of Community Colleges in fueling the workforce.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 15d

When dangerous #Chemicals spill or #Hazardous materials are released, most focus on the immediate threat, as they should in the first phase of such a disaster. But here’s what some people don’t realize: there’s a real danger that comes after the crisis seems to be under control.

The Unseen Threat: Why Proper Decontamination Can't Wait - ANSI Blog

Proper decontamination can't wait: What happens after workers are exposed to hazardous chemicals. It reaches emergency workers and others.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 16d

AWS D17.1/D17.1M:2024 provides requirements for #Welding flight & non-flight #Aerospace hardware. Covering electric arc & high-energy beam methods, the 2024 edition modernizes previous practice to reduce defects & strengthen structural integrity. Find this standard here: ansi.link/AWS-D17.1-D1....

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 17d

Due to #CastIron’s high carbon content and brittleness, #Welding it presents unique challenges. That’s why quality control is critical—and the ANSI/AWS D11.2-89 (R2006) standard is your trusted guide.

ANSI/AWS D11.89 (R2006): Guide for Welding Iron Castings - ANSI Blog

Learn about ANSI/AWS D11.89 (R2006), the guide for welding iron castings. Explore procedures, weld quality, and cast iron weldability.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 18d

NSF/ANSI 7-2024 defines requirements for commercial #Refrigerators and #Freezers that store, display, or transport cold food. By setting rigorous criteria, this standard helps protect perishable foods and reduce the risk of foodborne illness. Find this standard here: ansi.link/NSF-ANSI-7-2....

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 19d

#PowerPressBrakes are essential tools in industries like automotive, construction, and aerospace for bending metal with precision. But safety is just as critical as performance. ANSI B11.3-2022 sets safety requirements for power press brakes.

ANSI B11.3-2022: Safety Requirements for Power Press Brakes - ANSI Blog

ANSI B11.3-2022 outlines requirements for power press brakes, helping assure safe metal bending operations in manufacturing environments.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 20d

Discover the backbone of bond identification in North America! Over 1.1M bond issues—from government to corporate & municipal—are uniquely tagged using #CUSIP codes. ANSI X9.6 2020 helps assure seamless trading, efficient clearing/settlement, accurate record keeping, & overall market transparency.

ANSI X9.6‑2020: Uniform Security Identification Procedures - ANSI Blog

Learn how ANSI X9.6-2020 standardizes CUSIP numbers, assuring accurate identification, trading, and settlement of securities.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 21d

As the Workcred project on Certification + Degree (C+D) Pathways comes to a close, one thing is clear: removing the divide between academic #Degrees and industry #Certifications is a promising practice that leads to opportunity.

Certifications and Degrees: Lessons from a Pathways Pilot - Workcred Point of View

Certifications and Degrees: Lessons from Pathways Pilot: insights learned from how institutions engage with employers, faculty, and advisors

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 22d

NYC bagels and pizza owe their fame to the city’s tap #Water—soft, pure, and gravity-fed from the Catskills/Delaware watersheds. Dive into how NYC built a water system serving 9 million people and why NSF/ANSI standards are vital in protecting it.

Untapping NYC’s Tap Water: Why Is It the Best in the U.S.? - ANSI Blog

Discover why NYC’s tap water is considered the best in the U.S.—from Catskill sources, strict testing & NSF/ANSI standards that keep it safe.

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ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 23d

ISO 45001:2018 is dedicated to #OccupationalHealthAndSafety management systems. 🦺🛡️ This standard provides organizations with a framework to reduce risks, prevent workplace incidents, and promote a culture of safety. Find ISO 45001:2018 here: ansi.link/ISO-45001-2018.

ANSI - American National Standards Institute @ansidotorg.bsky.social · 24d

Staying ahead of evolving #Regulations is critical, so ANSI Compliance Solutions provides organizations with the tools and insights needed to navigate #Compliance with confidence. Book a quick 15-minute call to discover how ANSI Compliance Solutions can work for you: ansi.link/Compliance-S....