2005-03-23

Tobacco and tobacco products (CAC/ISO/TC 126)

The Standards Council of Canada (SCC) is seeking interested parties to participate on Tobacco and tobacco products (CAC/ISO/TC 126). Representation is required from the following membership categories: consumers, industry, regulators and manufacturers.

The scope of CAC/ISO/TC 126 is the: Standardization of terminology and test methods for un-manufactured tobacco, all types of tobacco products, materials used for manufacturing tobacco products and tobacco smoke including environmental tobacco smoke aspects; specifications and questions of handling, storage, packaging and transport are included as appropriate.

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 in an electronic environment.
    * Ability and willingness to meet and respect deadlines and follow SCC procedures, directives and committee terms of reference.
    * Ability to travel and attend meetings internationally (may be required, typically 1-3 times per year)
    * Represent stakeholder groups and views. Consult with constituency and bring their concerns to the table.
    * Possess the technical knowledge and or experience related to the subject matter.

Individuals are invited to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with a statement outlining their interests and ability to contribute to the work of the CAC/ISO/TC 126 to the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) by May 30, 2005.

Questions should be directed to Ginette Grant, Program Officer, ISO by telephone at 613-238-3222 ext. 492 or by email at [email protected].