How are standards developed at CSA?

When called on to develop a standard, CSA forms a committee composed of volunteer members. The volunteers are selected to represent the various interest groups most likely to be affected by the standard, such as business and industry, regulatory bodies, science and academia, labour, and consumer groups, as applicable.

To promote fairness and to capitalize on the strength and expertise of all interest groups, each committee is formed using a balanced matrix approach. The committee members work toward a consensus of opinion, and shape that consensus into a standard that is then formally approved by the committee. During the approval process, the draft standard is available for public review.

The committees are helped in their work by CSA employees who facilitate the process and provide project management support.

Find out more about the standards development process.