ASTM F1676-96(2003)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Basic Tumbling Mats (Withdrawn 2010)
Standard Specification for Basic Tumbling Mats (Withdrawn 2010)
ABSTRACT
This specification describes the characteristics and use of a basic tumbling mat. The intent of this specification is to provide a mat that will minimize the potential dangers associated with basic tumbling exercises. The mat, core, and cover shall be tested for shock attenuation properties to meet the requirements prescribed. Design the cover of the mat so there is a smooth playing surface. The playing surface normally shall be one piece. If more than one section is used, securely fasten both sections together with a stepoff of no greater than 1.5 mm (1/16 in.).
SCOPE
1.1 This specification describes the characteristics and use of a basic tumbling mat. The intent of this specification is to provide a mat that will minimize the potential dangers associated with basic tumbling exercises.
1.2 This standard is not intended to apply to advanced tumbling activities that may require different performance tests and parameters as defined by various national and international gymnastics and tumbling organizations.
WITHDRAWN RATIONALE
This specification describes the characteristics and use of a basic tumbling mat. The intent of this specification is to provide a mat that will minimize the potential dangers associated with basic tumbling exercises.
Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee F08 on Sports Equipment and Facilities, this specification was withdrawn in December 2010 due to lack of use by the industry.
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An American National Standard
Designation: F1676 – 96 (Reapproved 2003)
Standard Specification for
Basic Tumbling Mats
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F1676; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 4.1.1 Core, made of a shock absorbent material;
4.1.2 Cover, which may be separate from or an integral part
1.1 This specification describes the characteristics and use
of the core;
of a basic tumbling mat. The intent of this specification is to
4.1.3 Instructional Materials;
provide a mat that will minimize the potential dangers associ-
4.1.4 Assembly Instructions (where applicable);
ated with basic tumbling exercises.
4.1.5 Care and Maintenance Instructions;
1.2 This standard is not intended to apply to advanced
4.1.6 Sources of Instructional Materials Specific to Use;and
tumbling activities that may require different performance tests
4.1.7 Warning Labels.
and parameters as defined by various national and international
gymnastics and tumbling organizations.
5. Performance Requirements
2. Referenced Documents 5.1 The appropriate governing association shall specify the
2 mat(s)size(s).SeeAppendixX1forlistingsofassociationsand
2.1 ASTM Standards:
their addresses.
F355 Test Method for Shock-Absorbing Properties of Play-
5.2 Test the mat, core, and cover combined for shock
ing Surface Systems and Materials
attenuation properties using Test Method F355, Procedure A,
3. Terminology with an impact velocity of 424 cm/s (167 in./s).
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
NOTE 1—424 cm/s is equivalent to a free fall drop of 91 cm (3 ft). The
3.1.1 basic tumbling, n—refers to all skills listed in the
impact velocity is specified, rather than drop height, because of varying
United States Gymnastics Federation (USGF) Safety Manual degrees of friction in the guide rails of the equipment.
section entitled “Floor Exercise and Tumbling Skill Progres-
5.3 The maximum severity index shall be 350.
sion,” except the following skills:
5.4 Design the cover of the mat so there is a smooth playing
3.1.2 forward salto,
surface.
3.1.3 backward salto,
5.5 Theplayingsurfacenormallyshallbeonepiece.Ifmore
3.1.4 aerial cartwheel,
than one section is used, securely fasten both sections together
3.1.5 round off flip-flop backward salto (tuck), and the 1
with a stepoff of no greater than 1.5 mm ( ⁄16 in.).
3.1.6 russian lift forward salto.
3.1.7 basic tumbling mat, n—a resilient surface upon which 6. General Requirements
gymnastic tumbling activities are performed.
6.1 With each mat, the manufacturer shall supply materials
3.1.8 playing surface, n—the area of the mat surface on
clearly marked: “These are assembly, care, maintenance and
which tumbling activities are performed, excluding any safety
instructional materials. Read carefully before assembling and
area.
using this mat.”The package shall contain the following items:
6.1.1 Assembly Instructions—Unless specified otherwise in
4. Materials and Manufacture
the rules of the organization governing the competition, place
4.1 The manufacturer shall supply as part of the purchase of
the tumbling mats on a firm, level surface at least 1.8 m (6 ft)
a basic tumbling mat the following items:
from walls, obstructions or protrusions. The minimum over-
head clearance of 3.7 m (12 ft) is recommended.
1 6.1.1.1 Use the mat in well-lighted areas. If artificial illu-
This specification is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee F08 on Sports
Equipment and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F08.12 on mination is provided, it is recommended that such artificial
Gymnastics and Wrestling Equipment.
illumination meet the standards for gymnasiums and field
Current edition approved May 10, 2003. Published July 2003. Originally
houses in the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) RP-6,
approved in 1996. Last previous edition approved in 1996 as F1676 – 96. DOI:
Recommended Practice for Sports Lighting.
10.1520/F1676-96R03.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
6.1.1.2 Place the mat in an area where traffic flow from the
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
tumbling activity does not conflict with other activities.
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website.
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6.1.2 Care and Maintenance—Include the following state- 6.1.4 Warning Statement—Include the following warning
ment with the manufacturer’s care and maintenance instruc- statement in the literature package:
tions for the mat: “Inspect the tumbling mat before using and
replace or repair any worn cover or core.” The following “Any activity involving motion or height creates the possi-
conditions represent potential hazards: bility of accidental injuries. This mat is intended for use only
by properly trained and qualified participants under supervised
6.1.2.1 Punctures, holes, tears in the cover,
conditions. Use without proper supervision could be danger-
6.1.2.2 Deterioration in the stitching of the mat,
ous, resulting in permanent and complete paralysis and should
6.1.2.3 Separation in the underlying foam, not visible be-
not be undertaken or permitted. Before using, know your own
cause of the top covering,
limitations and the limitations of this mat. If in doubt, always
6.1.2.4 Observed uneven surfaces of the mat, and
consultyourinstructor/supervisor.Avoidlandingonhead,neck
6.1.2.5 Deteriorated core material.
or back, as paralysis or death may result.”
6.1.3 Instructional Materials (See Appendix X2)—Includ
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