Paddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods

This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for paddles and oars for non-rigid hull water crafts. Paddles and oars are classified in two performance levels A and B.
This standard is not applicable for paddles and oars for
-   sports, training and competition,
-   white water and
-   items covered by EN 71-1.

Paddel und Ruder/Riemen für Freizeitboote - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren

Diese Europäische Norm legt sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Paddel und Ruder/Riemen für aufblasbare Boote fest. Paddel und Ruder/Riemen werden in Anforderungsklasse A und B eingeteilt.
Diese Norm gilt nicht für Paddel und Ruder/Riemen für:
- Training und Wettkampfsport;
- Wildwasser;
- Geräte nach EN 71-1;
- faltbare/starre Boote/Kajaks.
Diese Norm gilt nicht für Paddel und Ruder/Riemen aus Holz.

Pagaies et rames pour bateaux de loisirs - Exigences de sécurité méthodes d' essais

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les exigences de sécurité et les méthodes d’essai relatives aux pagaies et rames utilisées sur des embarcations à coque souple. Les pagaies et les rames sont classées selon deux niveaux de performance, A et B.
Cette norme ne s’applique pas aux pagaies et aux rames :
- utilisées dans un cadre sportif, pour l’entraînement ou la compétition ;
- destinées à la pratique en eau vive ;
- aux articles couverts par l’EN 71-1 ;
- aux bateaux/kayaks ayant des structures pliantes/rigides.
Cette norme ne s’applique pas aux pagaies et rames en bois.

Vesla za rekreacijska plovila - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode

Ta evropski standard določa varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode za vesla za vodna plovila z mehkim trupom. Vesla so razvrščena v zmogljivostni ravni A in B.
Ta standard se ne uporablja za vesla, namenjena za
– šport, treniranje in tekmovanje,
– brzice in
– izdelke, obravnavane v standardu EN 71-1.

General Information

Status
Published
Public Enquiry End Date
19-Jun-2010
Publication Date
31-Jan-2012
ICS
47.080 - Small craft
Technical Committee
SPO - Sports
Current Stage
6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
Start Date
23-Jan-2012
Due Date
29-Mar-2012
Completion Date
01-Feb-2012
Ref Project
EN 16083:2012 - Paddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods

Overview

EN 16083:2012 - "Paddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods" (CEN) specifies safety criteria and laboratory test procedures for paddles and oars intended for use with non‑rigid‑hull watercraft. The standard defines two performance classes, Class A (higher performance, touring) and Class B (lower performance, bathing/leisure), and covers common types (oars, single and double paddles, combined/convertible paddles). It does not apply to equipment for competitive sports, white‑water use, items covered by EN 71‑1, folding/rigid framed boats/kayaks, or wooden paddles and oars.

Key topics and requirements

  • Scope & classification
    • Applicability to non‑rigid hull recreational crafts.
    • Performance classes A (touring) and B (bathing/leisure).
  • Safety basics
    • Paddles and oars must be free from sharp edges, burrs or splinters; visual and tactile inspection required.
    • Testing performed at an air temperature of (20 ± 3) °C.
  • Bending strength
    • Blade loading based on blade surface: 0.45 N/cm² for Class A, 0.30 N/cm² for Class B.
    • Load applied at ~150 mm from blade tip, duration and repetition specified (25 applications).
    • Outcome: no breakage or permanent deformation impairing function.
  • Resistance to buckling
    • Axial load requirements: 800 N (Class A) and 400 N (Class B).
    • Cyclic load pattern (15 s load / 15 s release) repeated 25 times; blade must not break, sliver or permanently deform.
  • Combined parts and couplings
    • Couplings must be manually assembleable and remain functional after testing.
    • Coupling load based on blade surface pressure (same pressure values as bending test), 1 000 load applications are required.
  • Floatability
    • Each main part of separable paddles must remain within 10 cm of the water surface for at least 10 minutes in fresh water.
  • Marking and labelling
    • Manufacturer/distributor identification, intended use (sport or bathing/leisure) and optional declaration of conformity with EN 16083.

Applications - Who uses this standard

  • Manufacturers and designers of paddles and oars for recreational inflatables and other non‑rigid boats.
  • Test laboratories and conformity assessors performing type and safety testing.
  • Distributors, retailers and purchasers specifying safe, certified paddles for leisure and touring markets.
  • Procurement teams for rental fleets, holiday operators and water‑sports centres seeking documented safety performance.

Related standards

  • EN 71‑1 (safety of toys) - items covered by EN 71‑1 are excluded from EN 16083.
  • Standards developed by CEN/TC 136 (sports and recreational equipment) may be relevant for complementary guidance.

Keywords: EN 16083:2012, paddles and oars, safety requirements, test methods, recreational boats, Class A, Class B, bending strength, buckling resistance, floatability, couplings, marking.

Frequently Asked Questions

SIST EN 16083:2012 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Paddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for paddles and oars for non-rigid hull water crafts. Paddles and oars are classified in two performance levels A and B. This standard is not applicable for paddles and oars for - sports, training and competition, - white water and - items covered by EN 71-1.

This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for paddles and oars for non-rigid hull water crafts. Paddles and oars are classified in two performance levels A and B. This standard is not applicable for paddles and oars for - sports, training and competition, - white water and - items covered by EN 71-1.

SIST EN 16083:2012 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 47.080 - Small craft. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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Standards Content (Sample)


2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Vesla za rekreacijska plovila - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metodePaddel und Ruder/Riemen für Freizeitboote - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenPagaies et rames pour bateaux de loisirs - Exigences de sécurité méthodes d' essaisPaddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods47.080ýROQLSmall craftICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16083:2012SIST EN 16083:2012en,fr,de01-marec-2012SIST EN 16083:2012SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16083
January 2012 ICS 47.080 English Version
Paddles and oars for recreational boats - Safety requirements and test methods
Pagaies et rames pour bateaux de loisirs - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essais
Paddel und Ruder/Riemen für Freizeitboote - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren This European Standard was approved by CEN on 29 October 2011.
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 CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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Foreword .31Scope .42Terms and definitions .43Classes and types.43.1Classes .43.2Types .44Safety requirements and testing .64.1General .64.2Temperature .64.3Bending strength of paddles and oars .64.4Resistance against buckling of oars and paddles .94.5Combined parts, couplings .94.6Floatability . 105Marking and labelling . 10 SIST EN 16083:2012
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