Is there an equivalent Book of Standards anywhere in the IT industry that could fix the specs like that of an ASTM A325 nut?

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Globally, the nonprofit group ASTM International (formerly the American Society for Testing and Materials) sets voluntary safety standards for the industry regarding design, manufacturing, maintenance and operations.

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Since previous standards had not addressed commercial zip lines in great detail, an ASTM International subcommittee is working on developing a new standard for these kinds of rides.

BBC: The human limits of roller coasters

While many governments have adopted their own safety standards, the on Amusement Ride Safety Even when states and countries have their own laws, the industry uses ASTM standards as an overarching roadmap .

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