Engage Governments – to Demonstrate the Benefits of Standards for Regulators John Walter Vice President, Standards Development Canadian Standards Association April 26th, 2007

CSA – Key Facts CSA is a non-government independent standards developer accredited by SCC We have over 9,000 members In excess of 2,600 published codes, standards and guidelines To serve business, industry, consumers and governments

Regulations and Standards Relationship Complementary roles Over 40% of CSA standards are referenced in federal, provincial and municipal laws Why have we been successful? All stakeholders are involved Governments recognize us as being neutral Ease of updating – time, cost Uniformity of implementation and compliance Authority still remains with government

Standards… Making a Difference Standards Solutions to a National Crisis Z902, “Blood & Blood Components” Z900.1 & Subsets, “Cells, Tissues, & Organs for Transplantation & Assisted Reproduction” Standards Solutions to Global Terrorism Z1600 “National Emergency Management & Business Continuity Standard” Personal Protective Equipment Standards for 1st Responders

Challenges Education – Standards AND Legislation Value Proposition of Standards Continued Regulatory Participation Responsiveness AND Rigour Harmonization

Advice Think beyond a Standards Developer Build upon your reputation Engage the media at all levels Develop National Partnerships – both industry and government Provide solutions that leverage AND go beyond your normal codes and standards Analyze Government’s priorities AND propose solutions that realize those strategies Deliver – Deliver – Deliver!

Benefits of Standards to Regulators… A Canadian Perspective Thank You