Protective equipment for martial arts - Part 2: Additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors

This European Standard specifies additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors used in unarmed martial arts such as taekwondo, karate, kick-boxing and similar disciplines. For general requirements and test methods for protective equipment for martial arts see EN 13277-1.

Schutzausrüstung für den Kampfsport - Teil 2: Zusätzliche Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Spannschützer, Schienbeinschützer und Unterarmschützer

Diese Europäische Norm legt zusätzliche Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Spannschützer, Schienbeinschützer und Unterarmschützer fest, die bei unbewaffneten Kampfsportarten, wie Taekwondo, Karate, Kick-Boxen und ähnlichen Disziplinen, benutzt werden. Allgemeine Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Schutzausrüstung für den Kampfsport siehe EN 13277-1.

Equipement de protection pour les arts martiaux - Partie 2: Exigences et méthodes d'essai complémentaires relatives aux protège-cou-de-pieds, aux protège-tibias et aux protège-avant-bras

La présente Norme européenne spécifie des exigences et méthodes d'essai complémentaires relatives aux protège-cou-de-pieds, protège-tibias, et protège-avant-bras utilisés dans le cadre de la pratique des arts martiaux sans utilisation d'armes, tels que le taekwondo, le karaté, le kick-boxing et autres disciplines semblables. Pour les exigences et méthodes d'essai générales relatives aux équipements de protection utilisés pour la pratique des arts martiaux, voir l'EN 13277-1.

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General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
22-Aug-2000
Withdrawal Date
27-Feb-2001
Current Stage
9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
Start Date
02-Dec-2022
Completion Date
02-Dec-2022

Relations

Effective Date
22-Dec-2008

Overview

EN 13277-2:2000 is a European Standard published by CEN that specifies additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors used in unarmed martial arts. This Part 2 document complements the general requirements and test methods given in EN 13277-1, focusing specifically on the protective items commonly used in taekwondo, karate, kick-boxing and similar disciplines.

The standard aims to help manufacturers, test laboratories, sports organizations and purchasing bodies ensure consistent protective performance and reliable product evaluation for martial arts equipment.

Key Topics

  • Scope and applicability: Applies to instep, shin and forearm protectors used in indoor unarmed martial arts.
  • Additional requirements: Defines supplementary criteria to be met by these specific protective items beyond the general provisions in EN 13277-1.
  • Test methods: Specifies standardized methods to assess the performance and safety characteristics of protectors, enabling objective comparison and certification.
  • Conformity and labelling: Supports consistent labelling and documentation practices so users and buyers can identify compliant equipment.

Keywords: instep protectors, shin protectors, forearm protectors, martial arts protective equipment, test methods, CEN, taekwondo, karate, kick-boxing.

Applications

EN 13277-2:2000 is directly useful for:

  • Manufacturers and designers who need to develop instep, shin and forearm protectors that meet recognized European performance expectations.
  • Test laboratories performing standardized assessments and issuing compliance reports.
  • Sports clubs, federations and instructors procuring equipment that meets defined safety and performance criteria for training and competition.
  • Procurement teams in schools, clubs and event organizers specifying requirements for bulk purchases.

Practical benefits include improved product consistency, clearer purchasing specifications, and easier demonstration of compliance with recognized European norms-contributing to athlete safety and risk reduction during training and competition.

Related Standards

  • EN 13277-1 - General requirements and test methods for protective equipment for martial arts (reference for overarching principles).
  • Other CEN standards on protective clothing and sports equipment may be relevant when integrating martial arts protectors into wider athlete protection strategies.

For practitioners and product teams, using EN 13277-2:2000 alongside EN 13277-1 ensures that instep, shin and forearm protectors are evaluated against harmonized European expectations, improving safety, consistency and market acceptance.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 13277-2:2000 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Protective equipment for martial arts - Part 2: Additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors used in unarmed martial arts such as taekwondo, karate, kick-boxing and similar disciplines. For general requirements and test methods for protective equipment for martial arts see EN 13277-1.

This European Standard specifies additional requirements and test methods for instep protectors, shin protectors and forearm protectors used in unarmed martial arts such as taekwondo, karate, kick-boxing and similar disciplines. For general requirements and test methods for protective equipment for martial arts see EN 13277-1.

EN 13277-2:2000 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.10 - Protective clothing. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN 13277-2:2000 has the following relationships with other standards: It is excused to EN 13277-1:2000. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

EN 13277-2:2000 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/425, 89/686/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/031. 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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