Overview

This European Standard specifies requirements determining the safety, structural strength and durability of all types of seating that are permanently fastened to the floor and/or wall, whether in bench or individual seat form. This document does not apply to linked seating not fastened to the floor and/or walls and street furniture. This document does not include requirements for resistance to ageing, degradation, flammability, the effect of ambient temperature and the durability of upholstery materials. This document has been prepared by CEN/TC 207 "Furniture", the secretariat of which is held by UNI (Italy). Working Committee NA 042-05-15 AA "Sitzmöbel, Polstermöbel und Tische" ("Seating, upholstered furniture and tables") at DIN is responsible for the German collaboration.

Document: references other documents

Responsible national committee

NA 042-05-15 AA - Seating, Upholstered furniture and Tables  

Responsible european committee

CEN/TC 207/WG 5 - Requirements for non domestic furniture