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Announcement of Korea's National Standard for AI Management Systems Korea is set to establish a National Standard (KS) for AI Management Systems to support companies developing and utilizing AI (Artificial Intelligence) products and services. This initiative aims to foster responsible AI development and facilitate compliance with international standards, ensuring companies remain competitive globally. What is the AI Management System KS? The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy plans to adopt ISO/IEC 42001, an international standard for AI Management Systems jointly published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) in December last year. This will become Korea's official AI Management System KS. Key Features of the KS Draft The KS draft incorporates various requirements based on the international standard to help companies providing or utilizing AI products or services: Planning: Establishing a frame...

The Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy has announced a proposed amendment to enhance the safety standards for infant high chairs. This amendment aims to improve testing methods and update related standards to ensure greater safety for infants. 1. Purpose of the Amendment The proposed amendment seeks to enhance the content of the lateral stability safety test method specified in Part 1 (High Chairs for Infants) of the safety standards. 2. Key Details of the Amendment - Improvement in Testing Procedure: The position where equipment (beam) is fixed to the chair during the lateral stability test under Clause 5.9.2 of Section 5.9 (Stability Test) will be added. - Alignment with Related Standards: Updates will be made to align the safety standards with recent amendments to the Common Safety Standards for Children’s Products. How to Submit Your Opinions Opinions on the proposed amendment will be accepted until December 16, 2024. For more details or to submit your feedback, visit the offi...

Technical Standards for Aeronautical Radio Equipment The National Radio Research Agency (RRA) has announced a partial amendment to the technical standards for aeronautical radio equipment on November 25, 2024. The key details are outlined below, and public comments will be accepted until January 24, 2025. Revision of radio quality items to align technical standards for aeronautical radio equipment with international standards Amendment of technical standards to enable transponders for Secondary Surveillance Radar (SSR) to function as performance monitoring devices on the ground Improvement of difficult-to-understand terminology For inquiries about KC certification in South Korea, contact GCA KOREA for a free consultation. 👉 Contact GCA Tel. +82-31-360-8180 Email: forest.lee@gca-kr.com GCA Global Website

  Vehicle fire extinguisher Starting December 1, 2024, all vehicles with five or more seats must be equipped with a "vehicle-compatible" fire extinguisher. This regulation follows the amendment to the Fire Facilities Installation and Management Act, which expands the requirement for installing fire extinguishers in vehicles. Applicable Vehicles • Vehicles manufactured, imported, or sold after December 1 • Vehicles newly registered under Article 6 of the Motor Vehicle Management Act due to a change in ownership Note: This regulation does not apply retroactively to vehicles already registered. Verification of Fire Extinguisher Installation in Vehicles Compliance with the fire extinguisher installation requirement will be checked during vehicle inspections conducted under the Motor Vehicle Management Act. Requirements for Vehicle Fire Extinguishers This refers to a fire extinguisher that has not only passed the performance tests for general powder fire extinguishers but has also...

  For wireless devices that have undergone conformity assessment, the following criteria apply when adding non-RF components (e.g., capacitors) and proceeding with a change notification. 1. Application of Conformity Assessment Standards In accordance with Article 17(1) of the Notification on Conformity Assessment of Broadcasting and Telecommunication Equipment, change notifications can be filed by applying only the conformity assessment standards related to the modifications. 2. Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Testing If the modification involves non-RF components (e.g., adding a capacitor unrelated to wireless functionality), EMC testing alone is sufficient for filing the change notification. 3. Requirement for RF Testing RF testing is not required if the added component does not affect the RF section of the device. ※ For detailed information regarding change notification criteria under conformity assessment, please refer to the Notification on Conformity Assessment of Broadc...

The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport (MOLIT) is planning to introduce battery safety certification and tracking management systems for automotive batteries starting February next year. Ahead of the implementation, MOLIT is issuing a legislative notice for public feedback on the proposed amendments to subordinate regulations. The notice period will run for 42 days, from November 11 to December 23, 2024. 1. Establishment of Battery Safety Certification Procedures Application Process: Applicants must submit a battery specification sheet detailing the manufacturer, production site, and other relevant information, along with the application form to the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport. Safety Testing: Battery safety tests will adhere to current self-certification testing standards. Certification and Labeling: Upon successful certification, MOLIT will issue a safety certification. Manufacturers are required to display the safety certification mark in a visible l...

USB Type-C port, the standard charging and data transfer port for mobile smart devices and telecommunications equipment in Korea On November 8, 2024, the Ministry of Science and ICT (MSIT) announced plans to establish technical standards for charging and data transfer methods for mobile smart devices, as well as broadcasting and telecommunications equipment. This initiative aims to reduce resource waste and enhance consumer convenience, with the key points as follows. ✅  Defines the scope and types of applicable equipment. Covers wireless broadcasting and telecommunications equipment, including mobile and smart devices that charge via wired methods or support simultaneous wired charging and data transfer. Applicable devices include mobile phones, tablets, digital cameras, headphones, headsets, portable video game consoles, portable speakers, e-readers, keyboards, mice, portable navigation devices, earphones, and laptops. ✅  Specifies standards for USB Type-C receptacle connect...