Who selects the committee members?
On our team, we have standard-setters who have expertise in their respective area, which means that they will look for participants in the industry and in universities. If it's a new committee, they will consult the other committees to see if there are ties with the topic. They will also look for individuals who are interested in participating on the committee.
At the same time, they will ensure that these people represent a legitimate interest, meaning that it cannot be their personal interest. If a participant represents the consumer, we want to confirm that the individual truly represents a group or the general interest of consumers. Then, when we think we have found a balance, we create a committee that will choose a chair to run it. However, that balance always has to be demonstrated for our annual accreditation.
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