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90 years of improving standards for a better New Zealand
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AS/NZS 4357.0:2022
Structural laminated veneer lumber - Specifications
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NZS 20086:2022
Light and lighting – Energy performance of lighting in buildings
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AS/NZS 60601.2.43:2022
Medical electrical equipment, Part 2.43: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of X-ray equipment for interventional procedures
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AS/NZS IEC 60601.2.41:2022
Medical electrical equipment, Part 2.41: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of surgical luminaires and luminaires for diagnosis
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AS/NZS 3760:2022
In-service safety inspection and testing of electrical equipment and RCD’s
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AS/NZS 60335.2.80:2016 (Includes IEC text) A2
Household and similar electrical appliances – Safety – Part 2.80: Particular requirements for fans Amendment No. 2
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AS/NZS 1170.2:2021
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