SIST EN 12572-2:2017

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EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 2 Contents Page European foreword . 3 1 Scope . 4 2 Normative references . 4 3 Terms and definitions . 4 4 Safety requirements and test methods . 5 4.1 Maximum height for bouldering . 5 4.2 Impact absorbing material . 5 4.2.1 General . 5 4.2.2 Impact attenuation . 5 4.3 Impact area . 6 4.3.1 Size of the impact area . 6 4.3.2 Position of foam safety mats . 7 4.4 Connection of modular foam safety mat elements . 8 4.5 Structural integrity . 8 4.6 Impact resistance and deflection of surface elements . 8 4.7 Panel insert resistance . 9 4.8 Falling space . 9 4.9 Bouldering wall surfaces . 9 5 Marking . 9 6 Instruction manual . 10 7 Technical documentation of the bouldering wall. 10 Annex A (normative)
Effects . 11 Annex B (normative)
Method of calculating of structural integrity and stability . 13 Annex C (normative)
Testing of shock absorbing surfaces . 15 Annex D (normative)
Test of surface elements . 16 Annex E (normative)
Panel insert resistance test . 19 Annex F (normative)
Inspection and maintenance . 21 Annex G (normative)
Testing of the impact area connecting system . 23 Bibliography . 25 SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 3 European foreword This document (EN 12572-2:2017) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 136 “Sports, playground and other recreational facilities and 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of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by July 2017, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by July 2017. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. This document supersedes EN 12572-2:2008. This standard EN 12572, Artificial climbing structures, consists of the following parts: — Part 1: Safety requirements and test methods for ACS with protection points — Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods for bouldering walls — Part 3: Safety requirements and test methods for climbing holds The following changes have been made in comparison with EN 12572-2:2008: — Table regarding “Shock absorbing” has been added; — Table regarding “Size of the impact area” has been added; — Test for shock absorbing surfaces has been added; — Structural integrity and impact resistance modified According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 4 1 Scope This European Standard specifies the safety requirements and calculation methods for bouldering walls, including the safety zone. This European Standard is applicable when the bouldering is in normal use. This European Standard is not applicable to ice climbing, dry tooling, playground equipment and deep water soloing. 2 Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. EN 1991-1-3, Eurocode 1: - Actions on structures - Part 1-3: General actions - Snow loads EN 1991-1-4, Eurocode 1: Actions on structures - Part 1-4: General actions - Wind actions EN 1991-1-5, Eurocode 1: Actions on structures - Part 1-5: General actions - Thermal actions EN 12503-4:2016, Sports mats — Part 4: Determination of shock absorption EN 1998-1, Eurocode 8: Design of structures for earthquake resistance - Part 1: General rules, seismic actions and rules for buildings 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. 3.1 artificial climbing structure (ACS) sports equipment consisting of a purpose-built climbing structure, which exhibits various construction characteristics, and is designed for various uses in climbing objectives and is not reserved for a particular group 3.2 bouldering wall artificial climbing structure allowing climbing without protection points including a falling space and impact area 3.3 characteristic load maximum load that can be generated in normal use Note 1 to entry: See EN 12572–1. 3.4 falling space space around the bouldering wall that can be occupied by a user during a fall SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 5 3.5 impact area surface on which a user lands after falling 3.6 bouldering wall height vertical height measured between the highest possible point a climber can hold and the top of the impact area 3.7 impact absorbing material material beneath a bouldering wall filling the impact area designed to absorb the energy of a fall EXAMPLE Water, air cushion, shingle and foam safety mats. 4 Safety requirements and test methods 4.1 Maximum height for bouldering The maximum height for bouldering shall be 4 500 mm. It shall be up to 4 000 mm high, where it is possible to stand on the top. 4.2 Impact absorbing material 4.2.1 General The impact absorbing material shall be adapted to accept a fall from at least the maximum height of the bouldering wall at the bottom of which it is installed. 4.2.2 Impact attenuation 4.2.2.1 Impact attenuating capacity for foam safety mats The most common indoor impact absorbing materials are foam safety mats. When tested according to Annex C, the boulder mat shall comply with the values of Table 1. Table 1 — Shock absorption Peak deceleration g (1 g = 9,81 ms-2) Deflection % Resilience %
· 15 and
¶ 25
¶ 80
¶ 15 4.2.2.2 Impact attenuating capacity for shingle One of the most common outdoor impact absorbing materials is shingle. When shingle is used it shall be washed, rounded and be between 8 mm and 16 mm in diameter and have a minimum depth of 400 mm. SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 6 For bouldering wall heights greater than 3 000 mm, as the impact attenuating capacity of shingle may not be sufficient to safely absorb all falls, a notice shall be erected at the bouldering wall site warning climbers that the use of this bouldering wall is more like climbing at a natural site, and therefore they should use other regular techniques for protecting each other such as: hand spotting, use of crash pads (individual protection mats) etc. This information shall be visible and accessible to all. 4.2.2.3 Impact attenuating capacity for other types of impact absorbing material For other types of material such as water, air cushion, net, rubber, bark etc. relevant standards for the selected material should be followed where applicable. 4.3 Impact area 4.3.1 Size of the impact area Extent of the impact area L: — if the bouldering wall height is equal to or less than 3 000 mm, the ground projection of the bouldering wall shall be extended by L1
· 2 000 mm; — if the height of the bouldering wall is greater than 3 000 mm, the ground projection of the bouldering wall shall be extended by L1
· 2 500 mm, see Figure 1. — if the bouldering wall is vertical or less than 10° overhanging with no holds on the side walls, the impact area either side of the bouldering wall L2 can be reduced to 50 % of the bouldering wall height or 1 500 mm. Table 2 — Size of the impact area Height of the wall Size of the impact area in front of the climbing wall Size of the side impact area for walls
10° and no holds on the side Size of the side impact area for walls > 10° H L1 L2 L2 0 to
¶ 3 000 mm 2 000 mm 50 % of the height 50 % of the height > 3 000 mm to
¶ 4 500 mm 2 500 mm 1 500 mm NOTE Holds in the area A given in Figure 1 are considered as a part of the front wall. SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 7 Dimensions in millimetres
Key 1 top of the impact area 2 projection of the bouldering wall H height of the highest possible holding point L1 length added to the ground projection of the bouldering wall in front of the bouldering wall L2 additional width of the impact area (under special circumstances) A lateral surface where climbing is possible considered as a part of the front wall Figure 1 — Example of the dimensions of the impact area at the base of a bouldering wall If a bouldering wall constructor can prevent through considered design the possibility of a climber falling to the side of the bouldering wall, the extent of the impact area may be reduced accordingly. 4.3.2 Position of foam safety mats Foam safety mats shall touch the base of the bouldering wall and shall be prevented from moving while in use, see Figure 2a). For steeply overhanging bouldering walls it is acceptable to use a thin or sloping mat installed between the base of a bouldering wall and the main foam safety mat to prevent injuries according to Figure 2b). SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 8 Dimensions in millimetres
a) Position of foam safety mat b) Optional foam safety mat position for “steeply overhanging bouldering walls” Key 1 main foam safety mat 2 thin or sloping mat Figure 2 — Position of the impact area 4.4 Connection of modular foam safety mat elements If the impact absorbing materials consist of modular elements, the sections shall be securely connected together or the gaps shall be covered so that it is impossible for the climber to enter into the gaps between modular elements. If the impact absorbing materials are beneath a continuous surface cover, the cover shall be in sufficient tension to hold the foam safety mats closely together. Informative Annex G describes one possible method of testing modular foam safety mat element connections. 4.5 Structural integrity The structural integrity, including stability, of a bouldering wall shall be justified by calculation using the characteristic loads given in Table A.1 in accordance with Annexes A and B. Panels shall not overly deflect (see D.5). In all cases where a bouldering wall transmits loads to an existing structure (building, concrete platforms, ground) it shall be ensured that the structure can safely accommodate the loads imposed by the bouldering wall. 4.6 Impact resistance and deflection of surface elements When tested in accordance with Annex D there shall be no breaking or splitting of the surface element. The deflection of the panels shall be calculated by using the load 0,8 kN (see Annex A) or be tested in accordance with Annex D, D.5. SIST EN 12572-2:2017



EN 12572-2:2017 (E) 9 When fixed according to the manufacturer's specification, the maximum deflection of the surface element shall not exceed l/100, where l is the maximum length between the fixations of the
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