In this episode Matthew and Cindy take a look at the issue of standards and fireworks!Matthew speaks to explosives expert and standards-maker Tom Smith about the the role of standards in the making and use of consumer and display fireworks. And about some of the incredible fireworks displays he has been involved with during his career.Matthew also speaks to BSI’s Lachean Humphreys some of the current standards-making taking place for fireworks at UK, European and international levels, and how standards might tackle the issue of sustainability and reduction in the use of plastics in fireworks.Cindy provides some fireworks history and Matthew shares his personal reflections on why he loves fireworks so much.#bsiedpod. education@bsigroup.com. bsigroup.com/education.
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The Standards Show - the podcast that brings you the stories behind the standards.
Join Matthew Chiles and Cindy Parokkil - and their guests along the way - for conversations on the concepts, history, people, and organizations involved in standards. And how they shape and improve the world around us, making life easier, safer, and more enjoyable. From facilitating international trade, to fixing potholes, to brewing the perfect cup of tea.
Expect a mixture of bite-sized and in-depth episodes and frequent series, such as the monthly Standards Desk of News and Standards in 10 Minutes. And regular features too, including the popular My Favourite Standard. Sometimes serious, sometimes light-hearted, though always informative, educational and engaging, The Standards Show is the podcast for anyone working in standards, using standards, studying and researching standards, or just plain curious about standards.
Matthew Chiles is a stakeholder relations specialist and has been communicating policy ideas and programmes for over 20 years.
Cindy Parokkil is an experienced economist and international development practitioner.
[The Standards Show was formerly the BSI Education Podcast]