BSEN16139-2013(11)

BS EN 16139:2013EN 16139:2013 (E)

These safety, strength and durability requirements are fulfilled when during and after testing in accordance with Table 1:

a) there are no fractures of any member, joint or component; b) there are no loosening of joints intended to be rigid; c) no major structural element is significantly deformed; d) the chair fulfils its functions after removal of the test loads.

The stability requirements are fulfilled when after testing in accordance with Table 1 the seating does not overturn.

6 Test methods

Seating shall be tested on the same sample for safety, strength and durability according to Table 1 and following the order listed in Table 1.

The guidance for selecting level L1 or L2 with due respect for the end use of the product is given in Annex B.

Table 1 — Safety, strength and durability tests (1 of 2)

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