2004-12-20

Materials for the Production of Primary Aluminum (CAC/ISO/TC 226)

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is seeking interested parties to participate in the technical committee on the "Materials for the Production of Primary Aluminum" (CAC/ISO/TC 226). Representation is required from the following membership categories: consumers, industry, regulators and manufacturers.

The scope of CAC/ISO/TC 226 is:
Standardization in the field of materials for the production of primary aluminum, including aluminum oxide, cryolite, aluminum fluoride, sodium fluoride, carbonaceous products and ceramic materials

The Standards Council of Canada is looking for technical experts from the various Canadian companies that have a stake in the implementation of this technology to participate in the review and drafting of standards.

Benefits of Participation

    * Membership in the Canadian committee
    * Mailings of draft standards for information and comment
    * Participation in sub-committees
    * Ability to submit initiatives through the Standards Council of Canada
    * Attendance of selected events and committee meetings

What is Expected?

    * Active participation, commitment and a willingness to undertake committee work and prepare required reports and meeting documents.
    * Ability and willingness to meet and respect deadlines and follow SCC procedures, directives and terms of reference.
    * Ability to travel and attend meetings nationally and internationally.
    * Commitment to participate in committee work electronically and in-person.
    * Time, resources, and financial support to actively participate on committees.
    * Represent stakeholder groups and views. Consult with constituency and bring their concerns to the table.
    * Ability to work within a group environment.
    * Possess knowledge related to the committee or group.

Individuals are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with a statement outlining interest and ability to contribute to the work of CAC/ISO/TC 226 to the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) by March 31, 2005.

Questions should be directed to Dean Brookes, Senior Program Officer, ISO by telephone at 613-238-3222 ext. 452 or by email at [email protected].