What Are the Most Amusing British Standards You’ve Discovered?

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This discussion highlights amusing British Standards, specifically BS 6935-5:1988, which addresses wheelchair tests, and BS 7710-1, focusing on urine absorbing aids. Participants express curiosity about the content of these standards, particularly BS 7710-1, and share a favorite, BS 770-1, which pertains to methods for chemical analysis of cheese. The conversation invites others to contribute additional amusing standards, showcasing the light-hearted nature of the topic.

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  • Understanding of British Standards and their classifications
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  • Research BS 7710-1 for detailed vocabulary and conditions related to urinary incontinence
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  • Investigate BS 770-1 for chemical analysis techniques applicable to food products
  • Look for additional amusing British Standards in the BSI catalog
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This discussion is beneficial for regulatory professionals, humorists, and anyone interested in the quirky aspects of British Standards and their implications in various fields.

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I was looking through a catalogue of British Standards today, and found some rather amusing titles.


BS 6935-5:1988 Wheelchair tests. Methods for determination of overall dimensions, mass and turning space.

What would that be then, how to use a ruler?

BS 7710-1 - Urine absorbing aids. Vocabulary. Conditions of urinary incontinence.

Isn't anyone just a little bit curious about this one? I thought about ordering it just to find out, but I reckon I'll leave it to Danger (unless Moonbear is familiar with the standard?)

My personal favourite:

BS 770-1 - Methods for chemical analysis of cheese.



Can anyone find any others?

http://www.iso.org/iso/en/CatalogueListPage.CatalogueList
http://www.bsonline.bsi-global.com/server/index.jsp
 
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brewnog said:
BS 7710-1 - Urine absorbing aids. Vocabulary. Conditions of urinary incontinence.
Isn't anyone just a little bit curious about this one? I thought about ordering it just to find out, but I reckon I'll leave it to Danger (unless Moonbear is familiar with the standard?)
Let me get a couple more beers down the funnel and I'll get right on it.