This part of prEN 1335:1999 specifies the test methods to be applied when testing the safety of office work chairs. The corresponding safety requirements are found in prEN 1335-2:1999. This European Standard does not specify type approval tests for chair components. The tests in clause 8, 9 and 10 are based upon use by persons weighing up to 110 kg for eight hours a day. For more severe conditions of use, increased requirements will be necessary.
Registration number (WIID)
9586
Scope
This part of prEN 1335:1999 specifies the test methods to be applied when testing the safety of office work chairs. The corresponding safety requirements are found in prEN 1335-2:1999. This European Standard does not specify type approval tests for chair components. The tests in clause 8, 9 and 10 are based upon use by persons weighing up to 110 kg for eight hours a day. For more severe conditions of use, increased requirements will be necessary.
