The Duality of Artificial Intelligence: Miracle or Menace?

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The recent NATA Accreditation Matters Conference delved into the multifaceted discussions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). Experts from various fields convened to explore AI’s profound implications, examining whether it is a miracle of productivity or an existential threat. This session aimed to cut through the media hype, providing a nuanced understanding of AI’s real-world impact, regulatory landscape, organisational use, and the pivotal role of NATA accreditation in building trust.

Ensuring Reliable Emergency Call Access

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As the 3G network phase-out looms in Australia, concerns regarding access to emergency services have come to the forefront. The switch-off of the 3G network poses a potential threat to millions of Australians ability to make successful emergency calls. While industry is working diligently to address this issue, ensuring the reliability of emergency calls remains critical. Thorough testing over live carrier networks is essential to identify and rectify potential hazards, as simulated testing may fail to capture critical flaws in equipment design.

Navigating Regulatory Landscapes

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Navigating Regulatory Landscapes: The crucial role of product compliance folders in the Australian and New Zealand markets.
In the dynamic landscape of electrical, radiocommunication and telecommunication equipment, adherence to regulatory standards stands as a cornerstone for both manufacturers and importers. Central to this commitment is the establishment and upkeep of a robust product compliance folder.

Button and coin batteries

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Button and coin batteries Button and coin batteries The Australian Government has introduced four mandatory standards to reduce the risk of death and injury associated with the use of button and coin batteries. The standards apply to both button cell and coin cell batteries, and to the products that include them. Button/coin batteries are flat,…

Changes to requirements for telecommunications products

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Changes to requirements for telecommunications products We’re here to update you on standard AS/CA S008:2020, which has just been announced by the Communications Alliance. While the regulatory standard remains the same  — Telecommunications Technical Standard (Requirements for customer cabling products – AS/CA S008), the 2020 version brings updated requirements. Here’s what you need to know.…

Changes to be made to RCM requirements

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Changes to be made to RCM requirements An amendment has been made to AS/NZS 4417.2 “Regulatory compliance mark for electrical and electronic equipment, Part 2: Specific requirements for particular regulatory applications”. This amendment affects the risk classification and certification requirements for some devices listed below, with several increasing from level 2 to level 3 risk.…