What does ANSI do?

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) plays a crucial role in the establishment of voluntary consensus standards across various industries, including safety, use of materials, and workplace practices. By coordinating these standards, ANSI ensures that the development process is inclusive, allowing for input from diverse stakeholders such as industry professionals, consumers, and government entities. This collaborative approach promotes safety, efficiency, and compatibility in products and services, which is essential in fields such as fire and emergency services.

The other options reflect roles that do not accurately represent ANSI’s function. While laws and codes are ultimately established by governmental bodies, ANSI's focus is on voluntary consensus standards, which means they are not authority figures writing mandates or providing funding. Instead, they facilitate the standards-making process without directly engaging in legislative powers or enforcement mechanisms.