摘要
We all want to live in a safer, more secure world. But earthquakes andhurricanes, floods, transportation and domestic accidents, epidemics and industrial disasters stillaccount for many thousands of deaths and injuries each year, in addition to material and socialdamage. International Standards offer widely accepted and recognized solutions to prevent andrespond to these threats. The role that standards can play in preventing or mitigating such humanand material losses is increasingly recognized and their use is rising as a consequence. 'Standardsfor a Safer World' is the theme of this year's World Standards Day to be celebrated on 14 October2005. The International Standards produced by the world' s leading international standards-settingorganizations-International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the International Organization forStandardization (ISO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), provide a valuable safetynet.
