EN 957-2:2003
(Main)Stationary training equipment - Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
Stationary training equipment - Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
This part of EN 957 specifies additional safety requirements for strength training equipment in addition to the general safety requirements of prEN 957-1. This part of EN 957 is applicable to stationary training equipment type strength training equipment (type 2) (hereinafter referred to as training equipment) with the classes S and H. Any attachment provided with the training equipment for the performance of additional exercises are subject to the requirements of prEN 957-1.
Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 2: Kraft-Trainingsgeräte, zusätzliche besondere sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 2 : Appareils d'entraînement de force, exigences spécifiques de sécurité et méthodes d'essai supplémentaires
La présente partie de la Norme européenne spécifie les exigences de sécurité supplémentaires relatives aux appareils d'entraînement de force, en complément des exigences générales de sécurité de l'EN 957-1.
Elle s'applique aux appareils d'entraînement fixes de type appareils d'entraînement de force utilisant des piles de poids ou d'autres moyens de résistance comme des disques-poids, de la corde élastique, des systèmes hydrauliques, pneumatiques et magnétiques et des ressorts (type 2) (désignés ci-après comme appareils d'entraînement) avec les classes S et H.
Les accessoires fournis avec les appareils d'entraînement pour la pratique d'exercices supplémentaires doivent répondre aux exigences de l'EN 957-1.
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EN 957-2:2003 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Stationary training equipment - Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This part of EN 957 specifies additional safety requirements for strength training equipment in addition to the general safety requirements of prEN 957-1. This part of EN 957 is applicable to stationary training equipment type strength training equipment (type 2) (hereinafter referred to as training equipment) with the classes S and H. Any attachment provided with the training equipment for the performance of additional exercises are subject to the requirements of prEN 957-1.
This part of EN 957 specifies additional safety requirements for strength training equipment in addition to the general safety requirements of prEN 957-1. This part of EN 957 is applicable to stationary training equipment type strength training equipment (type 2) (hereinafter referred to as training equipment) with the classes S and H. Any attachment provided with the training equipment for the performance of additional exercises are subject to the requirements of prEN 957-1.
EN 957-2:2003 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 957-2:2003 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 957-2:1996, EN ISO 20957-2:2021, prEN ISO 20957-2. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 957-2:2003 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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Stationary training equipment - Part 2: Strength training equipment, additional specific
safety requirements and test methods
Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 2: Kraft-Trainingsgeräte, zusätzliche besondere
sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 2 : Appareils d'entraînement de force, exigences
spécifiques de sécurité et méthodes d'essai supplémentaires
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 957-2:2003
ICS:
97.220.30
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 957-2
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2003
ICS 97.220.30 Supersedes EN 957-2:1996
English version
Stationary training equipment - Part 2: Strength training
equipment, additional specific safety requirements and test
methods
Appareils d'entraînement fixes - Partie 2: Appareils Stationäre Trainingsgeräte - Teil 2: Kraft-Trainingsgeräte,
d'entraînement de force, exigences techniques spécifiques zusätzliche besondere sicherheitstechnische
de sécurité et méthodes d'essai supplémentaires Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 11 March 2003.
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 Management Centre 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
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Contents
page
Foreword.3
Introduction .4
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Terms and definitions.4
4 Classification.4
5 Safety requirements .4
6 Test methods.10
7 Additional instructions for use.11
8 Additional exercise instructions .12
Foreword
This document (EN 957-2:2003) 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 November 2003, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest
by November 2003.
This document will supersede EN 957-2:1996.
This standard 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: Tread mills, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
Part 7: Rowing machines, additional specific safety requirements and test methods
Part 8: Steppers, stair climbers 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
This part of EN 957 is an amalgamation of EN 957-2 and prEN 957-3.
This part of EN 957 should be read in conjunction with EN 957-1.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following coun-
tries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
Introduction
This part of this European Standard concerns the safety of strength training equipment.
It amends and supplements EN 957-1. The requirements of this specific standard take priority over those in the
general standard.
1 Scope
This part of this European Standard specifies additional safety requirements for strength training equipment in
addition to the general safety requirements of EN 957-1.
This part of this European Standard is applicable to stationary training equipment type strength training equipment
with stack weight resistance or other means of resistance like weight disks, elastic cords, hydraulic, pneumatic and
magnetic systems and springs (type 2) (hereinafter referred to as training equipment) with the classes S and H.
Any attachment provided with the training equipment for the performance of additional exercises are subject to the
requirements of EN 957-1.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. These
normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. For
dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this European
Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the
publication referred to applies (including amendments).
EN 294, Safety of machinery - Safety distance to prevent danger zones being reached by the upper limbs.
EN 957-1:1996, Stationary training equipment — Part 1: General safety requirements and test methods.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this European Standard the terms and definitions given in EN 957-1:1996 apply.
4 Classification
Clause 4 of EN 957-1:1996 applies.
5 Safety requirements
5.1 General
Depending on the design of the piece of training equipment the following requirements shall apply as appropriate.
5.2 Loading
5.2.1 Intrinsic loading
Each piece of equipment loaded with the user's bodymass shall withstand a force F
for class H 2,5 times the bodymass (100 kg) without breakage,
for class S 2 times the bodymass (100 kg) without permanent deformation.
When tested according to 6.2, supports (e. g. load bearing surfaces) shall not be deformed by more than f = 1/100,
cantilever supports (cantilever surfaces) by more than f = 1/150 and other dimensions by more than 1 %. The
training equipment shall not break when a static load of 4 times the bodymass is applied.
5.2.2 Extrinsic loading
5.2.2.1 Class H
When tested according to 6.3 and loaded with the user's bodymass and/or reaction forces or moments of the user,
each piece of equipment shall withstand without breakage a load F according to equation (1):
F(N) = [G (kg) + 1,5 G (kg)] · 2,5 · 9,81m/s² (1)
k
where
G is the maximum load in kilograms indicated by the manufacturer (see clause 10 of EN 957-1:1996);
G is the force in kilograms determined by the proportional bodymass (100 kg);
k
1,5 is the dynamic coefficient;
2,5 is the safety coefficient.
5.2.2.2 Class S
When tested according to 6.3 and loaded with the user's bodymass and/or reaction forces or moments of the user,
each piece of equipment shall withstand a load F according to equation (2):
F (N) = [G (kg) + 1,5 G (kg)] · 2 · 9,81m/s² (2)
k
where
G is the maximum load in kilograms indicated by the manufacturer (see clause 10 of EN 957-1996). The
torques as specified in Table 1 are to be taken as basis for the calculation of G, if greater than the
manufacturer's stated maximum load;
G is the force in kilograms determined by the proportional bodymass (100 kg);
k
1,5 is the dynamic coefficient;
2 is the safety coefficient.
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Die Norm EN 957-2:2003 behandelt die stationären Trainingsgeräte und bietet spezifische Sicherheitsanforderungen sowie Prüfmethoden für Krafttrainingsgeräte. Die Norm erweitert die allgemeinen Sicherheitsanforderungen der prEN 957-1 und stellt sicher, dass stationäre Trainingsgeräte in den Klassen S und H nicht nur den grundlegenden Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen, sondern auch zusätzliche Sicherheitsvorkehrungen integrieren, um die Gesundheit der Benutzer zu schützen. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihr umfassender Ansatz hinsichtlich der Sicherheit. Durch die Festlegung zusätzlicher spezifischer Anforderungen für Krafttrainingsgeräte wird das Risiko von Verletzungen während des Trainings erheblich reduziert. Die Norm behandelt nicht nur die Konstruktion und Stabilität der Geräte, sondern auch alle Anbauteile, die für zusätzliche Übungen verwendet werden, und stellt sicher, dass diese den gleichen hohen Sicherheitsstandards genügen. Die Relevanz der EN 957-2:2003 liegt in ihrer Fähigkeit, die Sicherheit und Effizienz von Krafttraining zu fördern. In einer Zeit, in der Fitness und Gesundheit immer wichtiger werden, unterstützen die definierten Anforderungen Anbieter, Gerätehersteller und Benutzer dabei, eine sichere Trainingsumgebung zu gewährleisten. Durch die standardisierte Prüfung und die klaren Vorgaben fördert die Norm die Entwicklung hochwertiger, sicherer Trainingsgeräte auf dem Markt. Durch die Integration sicherheitsrelevanter Aspekte in das Design und die Prüfung der Geräte stellt die Norm sicher, dass sowohl professionelle Fitnessstudios als auch private Nutzer auf verlässliche und sichere Trainingsgeräte zugreifen können. Somit trägt EN 957-2:2003 nicht nur zur Sicherheit der Nutzer bei, sondern stärkt auch das Vertrauen in die Qualität der angebotenen Trainingsgeräte.
Le document de normalisation SIST EN 957-2:2003 établit des exigences de sécurité spécifiques supplémentaires pour l'équipement de musculation, en complément des exigences générales fournies dans prEN 957-1. Cette norme revêt une importance cruciale pour garantir la sécurité des utilisateurs lors de l'utilisation d'équipements de musculation stationnaires, notamment ceux classés comme type 2, correspondant aux classes S et H. Un des points forts de la norme EN 957-2:2003 est son approche exhaustive en matière de sécurité. En spécifiant des exigences supplémentaires, elle permet d'identifier et de minimiser les risques potentiels associés à l'utilisation de cet équipement. Cela inclut non seulement des tests de résistance et de durabilité, mais aussi des aspects liés à la conception ergonomique, qui sont essentiels pour prévenir les blessures. De plus, la pertinence de cette norme est renforcée par son application aux accessoires qui peuvent être fournis avec l'équipement de musculation, garantissant que toutes les composantes contribuent à une utilisation sécuritaire. En exigeant que ces accessoires respectent également les critères de prEN 957-1, la norme assure une cohérence et une uniformité dans le niveau de sécurité des installations de musculation. En conclusion, la norme SIST EN 957-2:2003 se distingue par son rôle essentiel dans la définition de standards de sécurité rigoureux pour l'équipement de musculation. Son intégration de critères spécifiques et ses exigences complètes font d'elle un outil indispensable pour les fabricants, les fournisseurs et les utilisateurs, favorisant ainsi un environnement d'exercice sécurisé et fiable.
표준 EN 957-2:2003은 정지 훈련 장비의 안전성을 높이기 위한 핵심적인 문서로, 특히 힘 훈련 장비에 대한 추가적인 안전 요구 사항 및 시험 방법을 명시하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 일반 안전 요구 사항을 다루는 prEN 957-1에 추가로 적용되어, 힘 훈련 장비(유형 2)와 관련된 장비뿐 아니라, S 및 H 클래스에 속하는 고정 훈련 장비의 안전성을 보장합니다. 이 표준의 강점은 힘 훈련 장비의 안전 요구 사항을 구체적으로 정의함으로써 사용자의 안전을 극대화한다는 것입니다. 또한, 훈련 장비와 함께 제공되는 부속 장치는 prEN 957-1의 요구 사항의 적용을 받으며, 이를 통해 전반적인 안전 기준을 충족할 수 있도록 하고 있습니다. 이처럼 각종 훈련 장비의 안전성을 체계적으로 관리하고, 테스트 방법을 명확히 함으로써 제조업체와 사용자 모두를 위한 신뢰성을 제공하는 것이 이 표준의 큰 의의입니다. EN 957-2:2003은 힘 훈련 장비를 사용하는 모든 이해관계자들에게 필수적인 참조 기준이 될 뿐만 아니라, 고품질의 안전한 운동 환경을 조성하는 데 있어 육체적 훈련의 가치와 그 중요성을 강조합니다. 이러한 특성 덕분에, 이 표준은 폐쇄된 공간에서 안전하게 훈련할 수 있도록 돕는 유용한 지침 역할을 하며, 공공 및 개인 피트니스 센터, 학교, 스포츠 클럽 등 다양한 환경에서의 적용 가능성을 제공합니다.
The standard EN 957-2:2003 is a crucial document specifically focusing on the safety requirements and test methods for stationary strength training equipment, expanding on the general safety criteria outlined in prEN 957-1. This part of the standard addresses a significant area in the fitness industry by ensuring that strength training equipment, classified under type 2-specifically in classes S and H-meets stringent safety specifications. One of the key strengths of EN 957-2:2003 lies in its comprehensive approach to safety. By establishing additional specific safety requirements for strength training equipment, the standard not only aims to protect users but also enhances the overall quality and reliability of the products certified under it. The emphasis on safety is particularly relevant given the increasing prevalence of strength training equipment in both commercial gyms and home environments, where the risk of injury can be a concern for users of all experience levels. Another notable aspect of this standard is its applicability to any attachments associated with the training equipment, which are also subjected to the requirements laid out in prEN 957-1. This inclusion ensures that all components of strength training setups are adequately assessed for safety, fostering a holistic view of user protection and equipment functionality. The standardized test methods outlined in this document serve to provide manufacturers and safety officials with clear guidelines on how to evaluate and ensure compliance with the established requirements. This alignment not only facilitates a safer environment for users but also helps manufacturers in developing products that meet industry standards, thus promoting market confidence in the safety and efficacy of strength training equipment. Overall, EN 957-2:2003 serves as an essential regulatory framework that bolsters the safety standards for strength training equipment, confirming its relevance in today’s fitness landscape. By prioritizing safety requirements, this standard ultimately contributes to improved user experiences and reduced injury risks associated with strength training activities.
SIST EN 957-2:2003は、静止型トレーニング機器に関する規格の一部として、筋力トレーニング機器に対する追加的な安全要件と試験方法を定めています。この標準は、一般的な安全要件を規定したprEN 957-1に加えて、特に筋力トレーニング機器に焦点を当てています。 この標準の適用範囲は、トレーニング機器のタイプ2に分類される静止型トレーニング機器に適用されるため、ユーザーの安全を重視した設計が求められます。特に、クラスSおよびHの機器においては、堅牢性や安定性が強調され、使用者が安心してトレーニングできるよう配慮されています。これにより、フィットネス施設や家庭での利用者が抱える危険性を大幅に軽減することが可能です。 加えて、トレーニング機器に附属するエクササイズ用のアタッチメントも、prEN 957-1の要件に従う必要があり、適切な使用方法と安全性が確保されています。このように、標準は安全性だけでなく、機器の多様な使用方法にも対応している点が大きな強みです。 SIST EN 957-2:2003は、特にトレーニング機器業界において重要な資源であり、エクササイズ機器の設計と製造に関わる専門家にとって、しっかりとした安全基準を提供する役割を果たしています。そのため、この標準は業界内での信頼性を高め、利用者に対しても安心感を提供する重要な文書となっています。
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