IEC 82079-1:2012

FOREWORD
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Principles
5 Content of instructions for use
6 Presentation of instructions for use
7 Evaluation of conformity to this part
  of the 82079 series
Annex A (normative) - Evaluation of instructions
        for use
Annex B (informative) - Checklist for conformity
        and comments
Annex C (informative) - Checklist for communication
        effectiveness
Annex D (informative) - Planning the preparation of
        instructions for use
Annex E (informative) - Empirical methods supporting the
        preparation of instructions for use
Bibliography

IEC 82079-1:2012 provides general principles and detailed requirements for the design and formulation of all types of instructions for use that will be necessary or helpful for users of products of all kinds, ranging from a tin of paint to large or highly complex products, such as large industrial machinery, turnkey based plants or buildings. This first edition cancels and replaces IEC 62079 published in 2001. It constitutes a technical revision. It has the status of a horizontal standard in accordance with IEC Guide 108.