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BS EN 581-2 EN 581-2 Outdoor furniture. Seating and tables for camping, domestic and contract use. Part 2: Mechanical safety requirements and test methods for seating

Source:
CEN
Committee:
FW/0/2 - Domestic and Contract Furniture
Categories:
Furniture | Camping equipment and camp-sites
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This document specifies the minimum requirements for the safety, strength and durability of all types of outdoor seating for adults, without regard to materials, design/construction or manufacturing processes.

It does not apply to street furniture.

It does not include requirements for removable upholstery, including the cover and filling.

It does not include requirements for the durability of castors/wheels and height adjustment mechanisms.

It does not include requirements for electrical safety.

It does not include requirements for the resistance to ageing and degradation caused by light, temperature and moisture.

The test requirements contained within this document are based on use by persons weighing up to 110 kg.

The document has 4 annexes:

— Annex A (normative) Test methods for finger entrapment;

— Annex B (normative) Additional test method for deckchair;

— Annex C (informative) Additional test for folding lounger;

— Annex D (informative) Purchase information (guidelines).

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