Title: Summarize textile regulations, standards, and labeling requirements.
Course: Fashion Careers II (19201-22) > Section: Applying Fabric Technology

Summary should include the purpose, and consequences of current textile regulations, standards, labeling requirements, and environmental concerns of the industry.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What influence does government regulation of the textile and apparel industry have on consumers?
- How are textile-related regulations, standards, and labeling decisions made?

Communication

- What do textile manufacturers need to know about regulations, standards, labeling and environmental concerns to conduct their business? How can they access this information?
- How are regulations, standards, and labeling requirements communicated to apparel and textile manufacturers?

Leadership

- How can textile manufacturers and practitioners provide input into the development of regulations, standards, and labeling requirements that affect their industry?

Management

- What procedures and checklists are needed by managers to keep abreast of regulations, standards, and labeling requirements?
- How do textile regulations, standards, and labeling requirements affect day-to-day planning and management in a fashion industry business?