Why is this important?
Maintenance means keeping standards up to date transparent and this should be done in accessible ways. This includes clearly explaining updates or withdrawals, inviting ongoing feedback, and continuing to involve D/deaf and D/disabled people in decisions over time.
Actions
Explore actions for maintenance and withdrawal:
Co-develop criteria for withdrawal
Actions for Withdrawal of standards
Create an opportunity for public feedback before withdrawal
Actions for Withdrawal of standards
Offer opportunities to request revisions rather than removal
Actions for Maintenance of standards and Withdrawal of standards
Provide transition guidance when withdrawing a standard
Actions for Withdrawal of standards
Use clear, accessible, and open language in withdrawal notices
Actions for Withdrawal of standards