13Standards and codes of best practice for records management

#### 13 Standards and codes of best practice for records management 13 Standards and codes of best practice for records management > > (1) The Authority may from time to time approve standards and codes of best practice for records management by public offices. Records management extends to include all aspects of the making, keeping and disposal of records. > > > (2) The Authority is not to approve of a standard or code of best practice unless the Board has approved of the standard or code. > > > (3) The Authority is to consult with public offices on any proposed standards or codes under this section. It is sufficient consultation if the Authority gives notice in the Gazette of the availability of any proposed standards and codes and invites submissions on them. > > > (4) The Authority is to keep under review the standards and codes for the time being approved under this section. > > > (5) The Authority is to notify its approval of a standard or code by notice published in the Gazette.