The renewal of the MoU, signed originally in 2018, will allow collaboration between the two organizations “in matters of technical synergies, conformity assessment and the development and application of standards,” IEC said.
OIML is the international authority on legal metrology and works to ensure harmonized standards for the certification of measuring devices globally.
Through the MoU, the OIML can participate in the metrology-related work of IEC technical committees and sub-committees.
The OIML can also submit recommendations and documents for consideration, which may then be processed according to the ISO/IEC directives.
A similar reciprocal relationship is possible in reverse, with IEC able to participate in the technical work of the OIML.
The two bodies are also able to explore opportunities to jointly develop or operate conformity assessment schemes and systems that serve the needs of both groups and can collaborate through other initiatives, such as pilot projects.
IEC’s work in international standards and conformity assessment for electrical, electronic and related technologies, often has synergies with OIML, the international authority on legal metrology and its work on international recommendation in this field,” IEC said in a statement. “By working together, the organizations can anticipate and address the common challenges posed by a rapidly evolving technological landscape and market trends.”