Standards Development Organizations
Many standards development organizations are cooperating in the development of codes and standards to ensure safety and encourage the safe commercialization of hydrogen.
| Codes and Standards Development Organizations and Roles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Organizations | Responsibility |
| Domestic Codes and Standards | American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) | Materials testing standards |
| American National Standards Institute (ANSI) | Methodology of codes and standards development | |
| American Petroleum Institute (API) | Equipment standards | |
| Compressed Gas Association (CGA) | Equipment design and performance standards | |
| Canadian Standards Association (CSA) International of America | Equipment standards | |
| International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) | Mechanical building code | |
| Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) | Electrical standards | |
| International Code Council, Inc. (ICC) | Family of model building codes | |
| National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) | Model building codes, standards | |
| Natural Gas Institute (NGI) | Natural gas vehicle standards | |
| Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) | Vehicle standards | |
| Underwriters Laboratory (UL) | Equipment and performance testing standards | |
| International Codes and Standards | International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) | International performance standards |
| International Organization for Standards (ISO) | Supports U.S. concerns at key international codes and standards | |
The specific roles and responsibilities of these organizations in establishing hydrogen and fuel cells codes and standards in the U.S. are summarized in the National Codes and Standards Templates (PDF 64 KB) for hydrogen vehicle systems, on-site hydrogen generators, and stationary and portable fuel cells. Download Adobe Reader.