Outdoor recreation symbols Standard – new amendment

Amendment 1:2012 to NZS 8603:2005 Design and application of outdoor recreation symbols has been published.

New local authority camping-related bylaws will be prepared in 2012 that will reference the Freedom Camping Act 2011 and it is important that a clear distinction is made between vehicles that are self-contained in accordance with NZS 8603:2005 and those that are not

Amendment 1 will enable local authorities and the Department of Conservation to manage the environmental, social, and economic impacts of freedom camping in their regions and across the country with a distinctive new symbol. Figure A92a identifies that a camper van is self-contained and is certified self-contained to NZS 5465:2001.

Figure A60 has been amended to describe the symbol as a personal water-craft and not jet-ski as depicted in the current Standard.

The amendment aligns with AS/NZS 2416.1:2010 and ISO 20712-1:2008.

Amendment 1:2012 to NZS 8603:2005 Design and application of outdoor recreation symbols is free to download from our website www.standards.co.nz. Hard copy available to purchase from www.standards.co.nz or call 0800 782 632 during business hours, or email enquiries@standards.co.nz.

Order NZS 8603:2005 with Amendment 1 incorporated from www.standards.co.nz or call 0800 782 632 during business hours, or email enquiries@standards.co.nz.

Related Standards
• AS/NZS 2416.1:2010 Water safety signs and beach safety flags – Specifications for water safety signs used in workplaces and public areas
• NZS 5465:2001 Self containment for motor caravans and caravans
• ISO 20712-1:2008 Water safety signs and beach safety flags – Part 1: Specifications for water safety signs used in workplaces and public areas
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