Artificial climbing structures. Safety requirements and test methods for bouldering walls
BS EN 12572-2:2017
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Building Supplement
Series
BS EN
Abstract
Details safety requirements, test methods, marking and documentation for bouldering walls, including the safety zone and is applicable for normal use, but excludes ice climbing, dry tooling, playground equipment and deep water soloing. Safety requirements encompass maximum wall height, impact absorbing material, impact area, connection of modular foam safety mat elements, structural integrity, impact resistance and deflection of surface elements, falling space and bouldering wall surfaces.
History
Supersedes BS EN 12572-2:2008.
ISBN
9780580899010
Subjects
- Playground fittings/equipment
- External works and landscaping
Publisher History
With over 100 years of experience the British Standards Institute is recognised as the UK’s National standards body. Their committees work with the manufacturing and service industries, government, businesses and consumers to facilitate the production of British, European and International standards.
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