EN 957-1:2005
(Main)Stationary training equipment - Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods
Stationary training equipment - Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods
This European Standard specifies general safety requirements for stationary training equipment during use unless modified in the other parts of this European Standard.
It also specifies a classification system (see Clause 4).
This European Standard is applicable to all stationary training equipment as defined in 3.1. This includes equip-ment for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, educational establishments, hotels, sport halls, clubs, rehabilitation centres and studios (classes S and I) where access and control is specifically regulated by the owner (person who has the legal responsibility), equipment for domestic use (class H) and other types of equipment including motor driven equipment as defined in 3.1.
If a user has special needs (medical rehabilitation, disability) it is essential that the owner (the person with legal responsibility) conducts a specific risk assessment to determine safe use and if necessary to insure trained staff are available to supervise the activity.
The requirements of a specific standard take priority over the corresponding requirements of this general Euro-pean Standard.
This European Standard does not apply to stationary training equipment intended for use by children.
NOTE 1 In the event that the stationary training equipment is intended for medical purposes, attention is drawn to the requirements of Council Directive of 14 June 1993 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to medical devices 93/42/EEC in addition to the requirements of this European Standard.
NOTE 2 In the event that the stationary training equipment is designed to be accessible to people with disability, atten-tion is drawn to any relevant national guidelines (see bibliography).
Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 1: Allgemeine sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Diese Norm legt allgemeine sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen für stationäre Trainingsgeräte im Gebrauch fest, wenn nicht durch die anderen Teile dieser Norm geändert.
Sie legt auch eine Klassifizierung fest (siehe Abschnitt 4).
Diese Norm gilt für alle stationären Trainingsgeräte nach der Definition in 3.1. Dies schließt Geräte ein für die Verwendung in Trainingsräumen von Einrichtungen, wie z. B. Sportvereinen, Schuleinrichtungen, Hotels, Sporthallen, Clubs, Rehabilitationszentren und Studios (Klassen S und I), deren Zugang und Aufsicht speziell vom Eigentümer (Person, die die gesetzliche Verantwortung trägt), geregelt sind, Geräte für die Verwendung im Heimbereich (Klasse H) sowie andere Arten von Geräten, einschließlich Geräte mit Motorantrieb nach der Definition in 3.1.
Bei besonderem Bedarf des Benutzers (medizinische Rehabilitation, körperliche Behinderung) muss der
Eigentümer (Person, die die gesetzliche Verantwortung trägt), eine spezielle Risikoanalyse durchführen, um den sicheren Gebrauch zu bestimmen und falls erforderlich, sicherzustellen, dass ausgebildete Mitarbeiter zur Verfügung stehen, um die Übungen zu beaufsichtigen.
Die Anforderungen einer besonderen Norm haben Vorrang vor den entsprechenden Anforderungen dieser allgemeinen Norm.
Diese Norm gilt nicht für stationäre Trainingsgeräte, die von Kindern benutzt werden.
ANMERKUNG Im Falle, dass das stationäre Trainingsgerät für medizinische Zwecke benutzt wird, können zusätzlich zu den Anforderungen dieser Norm die Vorschriften der Richtlinie des Rates für medizinische Geräte einbezogen werden.
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 1 : Exigences générales de sécurité et méthodes d'essai
La présente norme précise les exigences générales de sécurité relatives aux appareils d'entraînement fixes au cours de leur emploi, sous réserve de modifications dans les autres parties de la présente norme.
Elle spécifie également un système de classification (voir article 4).
La présente norme s'applique à tous les appareils d'entraînement fixes définis en 3.1. Cela comprend les appareils utilisés dans les zones d'activités d'organismes tels que les associations sportives, établissements scolaires, hôtels, salles de sports, clubs et espaces (classes S et I) où leur accès et contrôle relèvent plus précisément de leur propriétaire (personne légalement responsable), les appareils destinés à l'emploi à domicile (classe H) ainsi que tous les autres types d'appareils, y compris ceux qui sont motorisés et définis en 3.1.
Si un utilisateur nécessite une assistance particulière (rééducation médicale, incapacité), le propriétaire (la personne légalement responsable) doit procéder à une évaluation du risque spécifique afin de déterminer les conditions d'utilisation en toute sécurité et, si nécessaire, de s'assurer de la présence d'un personnel formé pour superviser l'activité.
Les exigences d'une norme spécifique prévalent sur les exigences correspondantes de la présente norme générale.
La présente norme ne s'applique pas aux appareils d'entraînement fixes destinés à être utilisés par des enfants.
NOTE Si l'appareil d'entraînement fixe est utilisé à des fins médicales, il peut être couvert par les dispositions de la Directive du Conseil relative aux dispositifs médicaux, en plus des exigences de la présente norme.
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Stationary training equipment - Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods
Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 1: Allgemeine sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und
Prüfverfahren
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 1 : Exigences générales de sécurité et méthodes
d'essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 957-1:2005
ICS:
97.220.30
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 957-1
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
August 2005
ICS 97.220.30 Supersedes EN 957-1:1996 + A1:1998
English Version
Stationary training equipment - Part 1: General safety
requirements and test methods
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 1 : Exigences Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 1: Allgemeine
générales de sécurité et méthodes d'essai sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 June 2005.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the official
versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,
Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
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Contents page
Foreword .3
Introduction.4
1 Scope .5
2 Normative references .5
3 Terms and definitions.6
4 Classification.7
5 Safety requirements.8
6 Test methods.12
7 Care and maintenance.15
8 Assembly instructions.15
9 General instructions for use .15
10 Marking .16
Bibliography.17
Foreword
This European Standard (EN 957-1:2005) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 136 “Sports,
playground and other recreational equipment”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by February 2006, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn
at the latest by February 2006.
This European Standard supersedes EN 957-1:1996 + A1:1998.
This standard EN 957 "Stationary training equipment" consists of the following parts:
— Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods
— Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 4: Strength training benches, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 5: Pedal crank training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 6: Treadmills, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 7: Rowing machines, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 8: Steppers, stairclimbers and climbers - Additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 9: Elliptical trainers, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
— Part 10: Exercise bicycles with a fixed wheel or without freewheel, additional specific safety requirements
and test methods
Part 3 has been amalgamated with part 2 after CEN Enquiry.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Den-
mark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxem-
bourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and
United Kingdom.
Introduction
This part of EN 957 (hereinafter called the General Standard) specifies safety requirements that are generally
applicable to stationary training equipment. For specific types of equipment these requirements are supple-
mented or modified by the requirements of specific standards which have been issued as additional parts of
this European Standard.
Where specific standards exist, this general standard should not be used alone. Special care is required in
applying this general standard alone to equipment for which no specific standard has yet been published.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies general safety requirements for stationary training equipment during use
unless modified in the other parts of this European Standard.
It also specifies a classification system (see Clause 4).
This European Standard is applicable to all stationary training equipment as defined in 3.1. This includes equip-
ment for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, educational establishments, hotels,
sport halls, clubs, rehabilitation centres and studios (classes S and I) where access and control is specifically
regulated by the owner (person who has the legal responsibility), equipment for domestic use (class H) and other
types of equipment including motor driven equipment as defined in 3.1.
If a user has special needs (medical rehabilitation, disability) it is essential that the owner (the person with legal
responsibility) conducts a specific risk assessment to determine safe use and if necessary to insure trained staff
are available to supervise the activity.
The requirements of a specific standard take priority over the corresponding requirements of this general Euro-
pean Standard.
This European Standard does not apply to stationary training equipment intended for use by children.
NOTE 1 In the event that the stationary training equipment is intended for medical purposes, attention is drawn to the
requirements of Council Directive of 14 June 1993 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to
medical devices 93/42/EEC in addition to the requirements of this European Standard.
NOTE 2 In the event that the stationary training equipment is designed to be accessible to people with disability, atten-
tion is drawn to any relevant national guidelines (see bibliography).
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this European Standard. For
dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 60335-1, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 1: General requirements
EN 60601-1, Medical electrical equipment — Part 1: General requirements for safety (IEC 60601-1:1988)
EN ISO 6508-1, Metallic materials — Rockwell hardness test — Part 1: Test method (scales A, B, C, D, E, F,
G, H, K, N, T) (ISO 6508-1:1999)
EN ISO 12100-1, Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design - Part 1: Basic terminol-
ogy, methodology (ISO 12100-1:2003)
ISO 8793, Steel wire ropes — Ferrule-secured eye terminations
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply.
3.1
stationary training equipment (hereinafter referred to as training equipment)
equipment that is not moved as a unit during use which either stands on the floor or is attached to a wall, ceil-
ing or other fixed structure
NOTE Training equipment can be used for example for the following:
a) physical culture, body building or body styling;
b) health fitness training;
c) physical education;
d) training specific to competition and related sports activities;
e) preventive treatment and rehabilitation.
3.2
training area
area in which the user and equipment can move when the equipment is used
NOTE The training area can be utilized to deny third party access to dangerous parts of the equipment.
3.3
accessible hand and foot area (hereinafter referred to as accessible area)
area accessible to user or to third parties when the equipment is in normal use, during setting up, grasping,
adjusting the equipment or the position of the body for exercise
3.4
reverse force
yielding force (eccentric force) when e.g. lowering load
3.5
range of movement
space in which the user or part of the user is moving according to the instructions given in the user's manual
3.6
dynamic direction
direction in which the force is applied during a normal exercise as described in the user's manual
3.7
bodymass
this value is 100 kg or the maximum specified user weight as described in the user's manual whichever is
greater
3.8
intrinsic loading
loading due to user's bodymass
3.9
extrinsic loading
loads additional to the user's bodymass
3.10
maximum specified load
maximum load specified by the manufacturer
3.11
ergometer
any piece of training equipment that measures the input of power in Watts with a specific accuracy as defined
in the specific part of the standard
NOTE This term can only be used for training equipment, which fulfills this condition.
3.12
speed dependent training equipment
training equipment where the braking torque cannot be adjusted and is proportional to the pedal speed, e.g.
fan driven bike
3.13
speed independent training equipment
training equipment where the braking torque can be adjusted by other means than speed
3.14
power driven training equipment
training equipment which is driven by external power (e.g. electric motors and pneumatic pistons)
4 Classification
4.1 General
Equipment shall be classified in accordance with accuracy and usage class as described in 4.2 to 4.4.
If the intended use of an equipment is for more classes it shall fulfill the requirements of each intended class.
4.2 Types
The type numbers used in the specific parts are taken from the part numbers.
EXAMPLE: Type 2: strength training equipment as defined in EN 957-2.
4.3 Accuracy classes
4.3.1 Class A: high accuracy.
4.3.2 Class B: medium accuracy.
4.3.3 Class C: minimum accuracy.
NOTE Accuracy classes are shown in the additional specific parts of the standard.
4.4 Usage classes
4.4.1 Class S (Studio): professional and/or commercial use.
NOTE Such training equipment is intended for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, edu-
cational establishments, hotels, clubs and studios, where access and control is specifically regulated by the owner (person
who has the legal responsibility).
4.4.2 Class H (Home): domestic use.
4.4.3 Class I: professional and/or commercial use provided for inclusive use for people with special needs
(e.g. visual, hearing, physical or learning disabilities).
Such equipment shall also be in compliance with class S requirements.
NOTE Such training equipment is intended for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, edu-
cational establishments, hotels, clubs, rehabilitation centres and studios, where access and control is specifically regulated
by the owner (person who has the legal responsibility).
5 Safety requirements
NOTE Concerning flammability there may be national regulations with which the products should comply.
5.1 Stability of free-standing equipment
When tested in accordance with 6.3, the training equipment shall not fall over.
5.2 External construction
5.2.1 Edges
All edges and corners of surfaces supporting bodies shall have a radius r > 2,5 mm.
All other edges of components which are accessible to the user or to third parties shall be free of burrs,
rounded or protected in some other way.
Test in accordance with 6.1.1 and 6.1.3.
5.2.2 Tube ends
When tested in accordance with 6.1.2, accessible tube ends shall be closed off either by parts of the equip-
ment or by plugs.
The plugs shall remain in position at the end of the endurance load test, as prescribed in the relevant parts of
the applicable specific standard.
5.2.3 Squeeze, shear, rotating and reciproca
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 957-1:2005 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Stationary training equipment - Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies general safety requirements for stationary training equipment during use unless modified in the other parts of this European Standard. It also specifies a classification system (see Clause 4). This European Standard is applicable to all stationary training equipment as defined in 3.1. This includes equip-ment for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, educational establishments, hotels, sport halls, clubs, rehabilitation centres and studios (classes S and I) where access and control is specifically regulated by the owner (person who has the legal responsibility), equipment for domestic use (class H) and other types of equipment including motor driven equipment as defined in 3.1. If a user has special needs (medical rehabilitation, disability) it is essential that the owner (the person with legal responsibility) conducts a specific risk assessment to determine safe use and if necessary to insure trained staff are available to supervise the activity. The requirements of a specific standard take priority over the corresponding requirements of this general Euro-pean Standard. This European Standard does not apply to stationary training equipment intended for use by children. NOTE 1 In the event that the stationary training equipment is intended for medical purposes, attention is drawn to the requirements of Council Directive of 14 June 1993 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to medical devices 93/42/EEC in addition to the requirements of this European Standard. NOTE 2 In the event that the stationary training equipment is designed to be accessible to people with disability, atten-tion is drawn to any relevant national guidelines (see bibliography).
This European Standard specifies general safety requirements for stationary training equipment during use unless modified in the other parts of this European Standard. It also specifies a classification system (see Clause 4). This European Standard is applicable to all stationary training equipment as defined in 3.1. This includes equip-ment for use in training areas of organizations such as sport associations, educational establishments, hotels, sport halls, clubs, rehabilitation centres and studios (classes S and I) where access and control is specifically regulated by the owner (person who has the legal responsibility), equipment for domestic use (class H) and other types of equipment including motor driven equipment as defined in 3.1. If a user has special needs (medical rehabilitation, disability) it is essential that the owner (the person with legal responsibility) conducts a specific risk assessment to determine safe use and if necessary to insure trained staff are available to supervise the activity. The requirements of a specific standard take priority over the corresponding requirements of this general Euro-pean Standard. This European Standard does not apply to stationary training equipment intended for use by children. NOTE 1 In the event that the stationary training equipment is intended for medical purposes, attention is drawn to the requirements of Council Directive of 14 June 1993 on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to medical devices 93/42/EEC in addition to the requirements of this European Standard. NOTE 2 In the event that the stationary training equipment is designed to be accessible to people with disability, atten-tion is drawn to any relevant national guidelines (see bibliography).
EN 957-1:2005 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.220.30 - Indoor sports equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 957-1:2005 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 957-1:1996 + A1:1998, EN ISO 20957-1:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 957-1:2005 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2001/95/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/506. 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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SIST EN 957-1:2005 표준은 고정형 트레이닝 장비의 일반 안전 요구 사항 및 시험 방법을 명확히 정의하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 범위는 다양한 조직의 훈련 시설에서 사용되는 모든 고정형 트레이닝 장비를 포함하며, 이는 스포츠 협회, 교육 기관, 호텔, 체육관, 클럽, 재활 센터 및 스튜디오 등에서 일반적으로 이용되는 장비를 아우릅니다. 특히, 소유자가 명확하게 접근과 통제를 규제하는 환경에서 사용될 때 이 표준이 적용됩니다. SIST EN 957-1:2005의 강점은 안전 요구 사항에 대한 포괄적인 접근 방식입니다. 사용자에게 특별한 필요가 있는 경우, 즉 의료 재활이나 장애가 있는 경우, 소유자가 특정 리스크 평가를 실시해야 한다고 명시하고 있습니다. 이는 안전한 사용을 보장하고 훈련된 인력이 감독할 수 있도록 한다는 점에서 매우 중요합니다. 이를 통해 사용자의 안전을 최우선으로 고려하는 표준의 의도를 잘 드러냅니다. 이 표준의 또 다른 중요한 특징은 고정형 트레이닝 장비에 대한 분류 시스템을 규정하고 있다는 것입니다. 이는 사용자가 장비를 선택할 때 유용한 정보를 제공합니다. 또한, 특정 요구 사항이 일반 유럽 표준의 요구 사항보다 우선한다는 점은 다양한 환경에서 장비의 사용 안전성을 더욱 강화하는 요소입니다. SIST EN 957-1:2005는 아동 사용을 위한 고정형 트레이닝 장비에는 적용되지 않음을 분명히 하고 있어, 사용자 안전과 관련된 법적 책임을 명확히 하고 있습니다. 의료 목적으로 설계된 장비의 경우, 의료 기기에 관한 지침을 따를 것을 강조하고 있으며, 이는 표준의 실질적인 적용 범위를 넓히는 데 기여합니다. 이 표준은 고정형 트레이닝 장비의 안전성이 중요시되는 현대 사회에서 필수적인 기준으로 자리잡고 있으며, 사용자와 제조업체 모두에게 중요한 지침서를 제공합니다.
The standard EN 957-1:2005 provides a comprehensive framework for the safety requirements and test methods relevant to stationary training equipment. Its scope encompasses a broad range of equipment used in various settings, ensuring that safety standards apply uniformly to equipment in sport associations, educational institutions, commercial environments like hotels and sport halls, as well as rehabilitation facilities. Notably, it is inclusive of domestic equipment and specifically mentions motor-driven devices, broadening its applicability to a wide audience. One of the strengths of this standard is its classification system outlined in Clause 4, which facilitates the identification and categorization of different types of stationary training equipment. This classification not only aids manufacturers and users in understanding the specific requirements applicable to their equipment but also enhances compliance and safety across diverse usage contexts. The standard's emphasis on tailored risk assessments for users with special needs underlines its relevance in promoting inclusivity and safety for individuals requiring medical rehabilitation or with disabilities. It encourages the implementation of trained supervision, demonstrating a proactive approach to user safety. Additionally, the document highlights the precedence of specific standards over the general requirements laid out within itself, ensuring that specialized equipment complies with more stringent regulations where applicable. This aspect reinforces the importance of adhering to both the European Standard and other relevant regulations, particularly those concerning medical devices and accessibility for people with disabilities. Overall, EN 957-1:2005 stands out as a critical reference for manufacturers, owners, and operators of stationary training equipment, ensuring that safety is prioritized across various environments and user demographics. Its structured approach addresses both general and specialized safety requirements, emphasizing the importance of adapting to specific circumstances while promoting safe practices in the use of training equipment.
La norme SIST EN 957-1:2005 établit des exigences générales de sécurité pour les équipements d'entraînement stationnaires, garantissant ainsi un environnement sûr lors de leur utilisation. Ce document normatif revêt une importance capitale en raison de son ample portée, englobant divers types d'équipements utilisés dans des contextes variés tels que les centres sportifs, les établissements éducatifs, les hôtels, ainsi que les centres de réhabilitation. L'un des points forts de cette norme est sa classification systématique, détaillée dans la clause 4, qui permet une identification claire des catégories d'équipements d'entraînement stationnaires, allant des environnements commerciaux aux usages domestiques. Cela inclut également les équipements motorisés, ce qui souligne sa pertinence dans le cadre d'un large éventail d’applications. Un aspect essentiel de la norme est l’insistance sur l’évaluation des risques pour les utilisateurs ayant des besoins spécifiques, tels que ceux en réhabilitation médicale ou en situation de handicap. Cette exigence de la norme démontre son engagement envers la sécurité de tous les utilisateurs, en soulignant la responsabilité de l’exploitant à mettre en place des mesures de supervision appropriées. De plus, la norme exclut clairement les équipements d'entraînement destinés spécifiquement aux enfants, ce qui permet d'éviter toute ambiguïté au sein des exigences de sécurité applicables. Cela renforce encore l’importance de cette norme dans la régulation et la sécurité des équipements destinés à des groupes d'utilisateurs spécifiques. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 957-1:2005 est non seulement exhaustive dans ses exigences mais aussi essentielle pour la promotion de la sécurité dans l'utilisation d'équipements d'entraînement stationnaires, en s'assurant que les standards de qualité et de sécurité sont respectés dans divers environnements d'utilisation.
標準EN 957-1:2005は、静止型トレーニング機器の一般的な安全要件および試験方法を規定する重要な文書です。この欧州標準は、静止型トレーニング機器を使用する際の一般的な安全基準を示しており、特にスポーツ団体、教育機関、ホテル、スポーツホール、クラブ、リハビリセンター、スタジオなどの規制されている環境において使用される機器に適用されます。 この標準の強みは、幅広い適用範囲にあります。家庭用機器やモーター駆動機器を含め、3.1項で定義されたすべての静止型トレーニング機器に適用されるため、多様なニーズに対応できます。また、特別なニーズを持つユーザーに対しても、オーナーがリスク評価を行い、必要であればトレーニング済みのスタッフを配置することを求める点が評価されます。このアプローチは、安全な使用を確保するために不可欠です。 さらに、この標準は分類システムを定めていることから、各種トレーニング機器の安全性を明確に評価する手助けをしており、業界の標準遵守を促進します。また、特定の標準の要件がこの一般的な標準の要件に優先することを明記している点も、業界における安全性の確保に寄与しています。 ただし、子供向けの使用を目的とした機器には適用されないことにも留意が必要です。また、医療目的で使用される機器については、医療機器に関連する指令に従うことが強調されているため、より高い安全基準が求められます。 このように、EN 957-1:2005は静止型トレーニング機器の安全性を確保するための必須の基準であり、その体系的なアプローチは施設の運営者やユーザーにとっての信頼性を高めています。
Die Norm EN 957-1:2005 regelt die allgemeinen Sicherheitsanforderungen und Testmethoden für stationäre Trainingsgeräte. Ihr Anwendungsbereich ist umfassend, da sie für alle stationären Trainingsgeräte gilt, die in verschiedenen Umgebungen eingesetzt werden, wie z.B. Sportvereinen, Bildungseinrichtungen, Hotels und Rehabilitationszentren. Die klare Definition von "stationären Trainingsgeräten" gemäß Abschnitt 3.1 sorgt dafür, dass diese Norm in einer Vielzahl von Kontexten relevant ist. Eine der Stärken dieser Norm ist das integrierte Klassifikationssystem, das im Abschnitt 4 ausgeführt ist. Dieses System ermöglicht eine differenzierte Betrachtung der verschiedenen Arten von Trainingsgeräten, einschließlich solcher für den häuslichen Gebrauch und motorbetriebener Geräte, und unterstützt so die Einhaltung der Sicherheitsanforderungen in verschiedenen Nutzungsszenarien. Die Anforderungen der Norm sind darauf ausgelegt, die Sicherheit der Benutzer zu gewährleisten. Besonders wichtig ist, dass bei speziellen Bedürfnissen der Nutzer, wie im Falle von medizinischer Rehabilitation oder Behinderungen, der Eigentümer eine spezifische Risikobewertung durchführen muss. Diese Regelung garantiert, dass die Sicherheit der betroffenen Personen stets gewährleistet ist. Es wird auch betont, dass geschultes Personal bereitstehen sollte, um die Aktivitäten zu beaufsichtigen, was die Proaktivität im Sicherheitsmanagement unterstreicht. Ein weiterer positiver Aspekt ist, dass spezifische Standards Vorrang vor den allgemeinen Anforderungen dieser Norm haben. Das ermöglicht eine flexible Anpassung an besondere Bedürfnisse und Standards, die in verschiedenen Fachbereichen gelten können. Es wird darauf hingewiesen, dass die Norm nicht für stationäre Trainingsgeräte gilt, die für die Nutzung durch Kinder vorgesehen sind, was einen wichtigen Sicherheitsaspekt für diese speziellen Nutzergruppen darstellt. Insgesamt bietet die EN 957-1:2005 eine solide Grundlage, die sowohl die Sicherheit der Geräte als auch der Benutzer gewährleistet und ist daher äußerst relevant für Hersteller, Betreiber und Nutzer von stationären Trainingsgeräten in unterschiedlichen Umfeldbedingungen.
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