SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011
(Amendment)Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - Part 1: Classification, materials, general requirements and test methods
Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - Part 1: Classification, materials, general requirements and test methods
This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods related to materials, safety, perform-ance for classified floating leisure articles for use on and in water in accordance with Clause 4 (see Table 1).
This document (EN 15649-1) is only applicable with EN 15649-2 and the relevant specific parts (EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7).
NOTE 1 Specific safety requirements are specified in the specific parts EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7.
NOTE 2 The specific parts can include exclusions from the general requirements specified in this document and/or EN 15649-2.
This standard is not applicable to:
- aquatic toys according to EN 71-1 (use in shallow waters / use under supervision);
- inflatable boats with a buoyancy > 1 800 N according to EN ISO 6185-1, EN ISO 6185-2 and EN ISO 6185-3;
- buoyant aids for swimming instructions according to EN 13138-1, EN 13138-2 and EN 13138-3;
- air mattresses which are not specifically designed or intended for use on the water (e.g. velour bed, self inflating mattress and rubberized cotton air mattress);
- floating seats for angling purposes;
- surf sports type devices (e.g. body boards, surf boards);
- water ski, wakeboard or kite surfing board;
- devices made from rigid materials e.g. wood, aluminium, hard or non-deformable plastic;
- devices which are kept in shape by permanent air flow;
- rings intended for use on water slides;
- wading devices.
Schwimmende Freizeitartikel zum Gebrauch auf und im Wasser - Teil 1: Klassifikation, Werkstoffe, allgemeine Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Articles de loisirs flottants à utiliser sur ou dans l'eau - Partie 1: Classification, matériaux, exigences et méthodes d'essai générales
Plavajoči pripomočki za prosti čas, ki se uporabljajo na vodi in v njej - 1. del: Razvrstitev, materiali, splošne zahteve in preskusne metode
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 19-Oct-2011
- Technical Committee
- SPO - Sports
- Current Stage
- 98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 23-Jan-2012
- Due Date
- 28-Jan-2012
- Completion Date
- 23-Jan-2012
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard2001/95/EC - General product safety
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2012
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2011
Overview
SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 establishes the foundation for safety, design, and testing of floating leisure articles intended for use on and in water. Developed under the authority of the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST), this European Standard specifically addresses the classification, materials, general requirements, and test methods for such products. It is an essential reference for manufacturers, safety assessors, and regulatory bodies involved with water-based recreational equipment.
This part of the EN 15649 series functions as a core document and must be used alongside EN 15649-2 and the specific parts (EN 15649-3 through EN 15649-7) for precise applications. It does not apply to aquatic toys, inflatable boats above a certain buoyancy, buoyant swimming aids, water sports boards, or devices made from rigid materials, among others.
Key Topics
Classification of Floating Leisure Articles
- Establishes clear distinctions between floating leisure articles and aquatic toys
- Covers product classes based on design and intended use, including criteria related to use in deep water
Material Requirements
- Specifies standards for materials to ensure durability, safety, and performance
- References essential compatibility and testing methods for inflation devices and accessories
General Safety Requirements
- Addresses potential hazards such as foot or leg entrapment, mandating that design avoids such risks through specific testing protocols
- Requires that certain areas of the product do not have openings large enough to trap a user
Test Methods
- Details procedures and equipment required to verify compliance with safety and performance criteria
- Integrates external references like EN 16051-1 for valve and adapter compatibility
Applications
SIST EN 15649-1 plays a crucial role for stakeholders involved with the design, manufacturing, assessment, and regulatory approval of floating leisure articles. Its applications include:
Product Design and Development
- Provides a comprehensive framework for material selection and safety features during product conception and prototyping
Quality Assurance
- Sets benchmarks for testing regimes, ensuring consistent product safety and reliability before market release
Regulatory Compliance
- Guides companies in meeting European safety standards, contributing to CE marking and legal market access
Procurement and Specification
- Supports procurement professionals with clear definitions and requirements, helping specify compliant products in tenders and contracts
By adhering to this standard, manufacturers and suppliers help protect users and mitigate risks associated with recreational water activities.
Related Standards
For effective application, SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 must be used in conjunction with:
- EN 15649-2: Additional safety and testing requirements
- EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7: Specific safety requirements for various types of floating leisure articles
- EN 16051-1: Inflation devices and accessories - Compatibility of valves and valve adapters
- EN 16051-2: Safety requirements, performance, and test methods for inflators
- EN ISO 6185 series: Inflatable boats and related requirements (excluded from this scope)
- EN 71-1: Toy safety standard (for aquatic toys, excluded from this scope)
- EN 13138 series: Buoyant aids for swim instruction (excluded)
For a full understanding and application of requirements, consult the whole EN 15649 series and related references. This ensures water sports equipment meets the highest safety and quality benchmarks demanded in the European market.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 is a draft published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - Part 1: Classification, materials, general requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods related to materials, safety, perform-ance for classified floating leisure articles for use on and in water in accordance with Clause 4 (see Table 1). This document (EN 15649-1) is only applicable with EN 15649-2 and the relevant specific parts (EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7). NOTE 1 Specific safety requirements are specified in the specific parts EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7. NOTE 2 The specific parts can include exclusions from the general requirements specified in this document and/or EN 15649-2. This standard is not applicable to: - aquatic toys according to EN 71-1 (use in shallow waters / use under supervision); - inflatable boats with a buoyancy > 1 800 N according to EN ISO 6185-1, EN ISO 6185-2 and EN ISO 6185-3; - buoyant aids for swimming instructions according to EN 13138-1, EN 13138-2 and EN 13138-3; - air mattresses which are not specifically designed or intended for use on the water (e.g. velour bed, self inflating mattress and rubberized cotton air mattress); - floating seats for angling purposes; - surf sports type devices (e.g. body boards, surf boards); - water ski, wakeboard or kite surfing board; - devices made from rigid materials e.g. wood, aluminium, hard or non-deformable plastic; - devices which are kept in shape by permanent air flow; - rings intended for use on water slides; - wading devices.
This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods related to materials, safety, perform-ance for classified floating leisure articles for use on and in water in accordance with Clause 4 (see Table 1). This document (EN 15649-1) is only applicable with EN 15649-2 and the relevant specific parts (EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7). NOTE 1 Specific safety requirements are specified in the specific parts EN 15649-3 to EN 15649-7. NOTE 2 The specific parts can include exclusions from the general requirements specified in this document and/or EN 15649-2. This standard is not applicable to: - aquatic toys according to EN 71-1 (use in shallow waters / use under supervision); - inflatable boats with a buoyancy > 1 800 N according to EN ISO 6185-1, EN ISO 6185-2 and EN ISO 6185-3; - buoyant aids for swimming instructions according to EN 13138-1, EN 13138-2 and EN 13138-3; - air mattresses which are not specifically designed or intended for use on the water (e.g. velour bed, self inflating mattress and rubberized cotton air mattress); - floating seats for angling purposes; - surf sports type devices (e.g. body boards, surf boards); - water ski, wakeboard or kite surfing board; - devices made from rigid materials e.g. wood, aluminium, hard or non-deformable plastic; - devices which are kept in shape by permanent air flow; - rings intended for use on water slides; - wading devices.
SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 15649-1:2010+A1:2012, SIST EN 15649-1:2010. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 15649-1:2010/kFprA1:2011 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2001/95/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/372. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
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Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - Part 1: Classification, materials,
general requirements and test methods
Schwimmende Freizeitartikel zum Gebrauch auf und im Wasser - Teil 1: Klassifikation,
Werkstoffe, allgemeine Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Articles de loisirs flottants à utiliser sur ou dans l'eau - Partie 1: Classification, matériaux,
exigences et méthodes d'essai générales
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 15649-1:2009/FprA1
ICS:
97.220.40 Oprema za športe na Outdoor and water sports
prostem in vodne športe equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
FINAL DRAFT
EN 15649-1:2009
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
FprA1
July 2011
ICS 97.200.50
English Version
Floating leisure articles for use on and in the water - Part 1:
Classification, materials, general requirements and test methods
Articles de loisirs flottants à utiliser sur ou dans l'eau - Schwimmende Freizeitartikel zum Gebrauch auf und im
Partie 1: Classification, matériaux, exigences et méthodes Wasser - Teil 1: Klassifikation, Werkstoffe, allgemeine
d'essai générales Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for unique acceptance procedure. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee
CEN/TC 136.
This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 15649-1:2009. If this draft becomes an amendment, CEN
members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for inclusion of this amendment
into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
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Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without notice and
shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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Contents Page
Foreword .3
1 Modification to the Foreword .4
2 Modification to the scope .4
3 Modification to Clause 2 Normative references .4
4 Modifications to Clause 3 "Terms and definitions" .4
5 Modification to Clause 4 "Classification and criteria to distinguish floating leisure articles
from aquatic toys" .4
6 Modification to 5.2.1 "Requirements" .5
7 Modification to 5.10.1 "Requirements" .5
8 De
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