PAS 141:2011 PDF

What is this standard about? PAS 141 sets out the requirements to successfully manage the process of preparing used and waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) for reuse. Who is this standard for?

Quality assessors Organizations responsible for the recycling of electronic equipment and components Anyone dealing with the storage and packaging of electrical equipment

Why should you use this standard? Giving practical advice, PAS 141 helps to reduce costs and ensure that recycled parts and products are of the highest quality. The standard covers the preparation process for the reuse of electronic equipment and components. It applies to all organizations that deal with the preparation of equipment for reuse. PAS 141 also helps organizations to put the right quality assurance systems in place, while complying with environmental health and health and safety regulations. It looks at the handling, tracking, segregation, storage and protection of electronic equipment and components. It also explains how to prepare for reuse in detail and covers visual inspection, electrical safety and the classification systems of prepared equipment.