EN 840-6:2020
(Main)Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and health requirements
Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and health requirements
This European Standard provides the essential safety, health and ergonomic requirements for mobile waste and recycling containers according to EN 840-1 to EN 840-4, not including hazardous wastes containers.
Fahrbare Abfall- und Wertstoffbehälter - Teil 6: Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsschutzanforderungen
Dieses Dokument legt die wesentlichen Sicherheits-, Gesundheitsschutz- und Ergonomieanforderungen an fahrbare Abfall und Wertstoffbehälter nach EN 840 1:2020 bis EN 840 4:2020 fest und gilt nicht für Behälter für gefährliche Abfälle.
Conteneurs roulants à déchets et de recyclage - Partie 6 : Exigences d’hygiène et de sécurité
La présente Norme européenne présente les exigences essentielles en matière d’hygiène, de sécurité et d’ergonomie pour les conteneurs roulants à déchets et de recyclage conformes aux FprEN 840-1:2019 à FprEN 840-4:2019, à l’exception des conteneurs pour déchets dangereux.
Premični zabojniki za odpadke in za recikliranje - 6. del: Varnostne in zdravstvene zahteve
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 07-Apr-2020
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Oct-2020
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 183 - Waste management
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 183/WG 1 - Waste containers
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 02-Dec-2025
- Completion Date
- 02-Dec-2025
Relations
- Replaces
EN 840-6:2012 - Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and health requirements - Effective Date
- 28-Feb-2018
Overview
EN 840-6:2020 - Mobile waste and recycling containers: Part 6 - Safety and health requirements (CEN) defines essential safety, health and ergonomic requirements for wheeled mobile waste and recycling containers covered by EN 840‑1 to EN 840‑4. It applies to non-hazardous waste containers and complements the performance/test requirements referenced in EN 840‑5:2020. EN 840‑6:2020 was approved by CEN in 2019 and supersedes EN 840‑6:2012.
Key topics and technical requirements
The standard focuses on practical safety and ergonomic design measures that reduce injury risk and improve handling:
- Compatibility with lifting devices: Containers must securely fit and automatically lock into approved vehicle lifting devices during tilting and emptying; manual lifting of the container to engage the lifter is not permitted.
- Stability and handling forces: Containers must meet static stability criteria and limit pushing/pulling forces under test conditions (see EN 840‑5). Manufacturers should optimise form, centre of gravity, wheel placement and rolling resistance.
- Handles: Requirements for handle shape, clearance and height (including specified minimum clearances and heights for two- and four-wheeled containers) to ensure two‑handed, safe manoeuvring and avoid sharp edges.
- Wheels and castors: Minimum nominal wheel diameter (typical 200 mm), wheel positioning for low rolling resistance and stability, load endurance against static/dynamic stresses, and rules for swivel/fixed castors on four‑wheel containers.
- Direction blocks and brakes: When fitted, direction blocks and brakes must be applied to specified wheels, be adjustable or self‑compensating, retain containers on a 10° slope and be operable by the user; central locks must be securable against unauthorised unlocking.
- Edges and lids: Prevention of sharp edges (min. radius), lid safety clearances to avoid finger or head entrapment (including child‑safety gap requirements for dome lids), assisted‑lid safeguards and automatic lid‑holding mechanisms.
- Cleaning and maintenance: Design for easy cleaning to maintain hygiene and safe operation.
- Instructions for use: Mandatory information to be supplied with the container (e.g., standard number, volume, permissible mass, wheel diameter/type, braking details, pulling force and essential dimensions).
Applications and users
EN 840‑6:2020 is intended for:
- Container manufacturers and designers optimizing safety and ergonomics
- Waste management companies and local authorities procuring compliant containers
- Vehicle/lifting‑device integrators ensuring system compatibility
- Health & safety officers, product certifiers and procurement specifiers requiring documented safety features
- Test laboratories using EN 840‑5 in conjunction with Part 6 for performance and safety verification
Related standards
- EN 840‑1 to EN 840‑4 - dimensions and design for specific container types and capacities
- EN 840‑5:2020 - Performance requirements and test methods (normative reference)
EN 840‑6:2020 is a practical safety standard for mobile waste and recycling containers that helps manufacturers and operators meet ergonomic, operational and legal safety expectations across CEN member countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 840-6:2020 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and health requirements". This standard covers: This European Standard provides the essential safety, health and ergonomic requirements for mobile waste and recycling containers according to EN 840-1 to EN 840-4, not including hazardous wastes containers.
This European Standard provides the essential safety, health and ergonomic requirements for mobile waste and recycling containers according to EN 840-1 to EN 840-4, not including hazardous wastes containers.
EN 840-6:2020 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.030.40 - Installations and equipment for waste disposal and treatment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 840-6:2020 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 840-6:2012. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-junij-2020
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 840-6:2014
Premični zabojniki za odpadke in za recikliranje - 6. del: Varnostne in zdravstvene
zahteve
Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and health requirements
Fahrbare Abfall- und Wertstoffbehälter - Teil 6: Sicherheits- und
Gesundheitsschutzanforderungen
Conteneurs roulants à déchets et de recyclage - Partie 6 : Exigences d’hygiène et de
sécurité
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 840-6:2020
ICS:
13.030.40 Naprave in oprema za Installations and equipment
odstranjevanje in obdelavo for waste disposal and
odpadkov treatment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 840-6
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
April 2020
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.030.40 Supersedes EN 840-6:2012
English Version
Mobile waste and recycling containers - Part 6: Safety and
health requirements
Conteneurs roulants à déchets et de recyclage - Partie 6 Fahrbare Abfall- und Wertstoffbehälter - Teil 6:
: Exigences d'hygiène et de sécurité Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsschutzanforderungen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 7 October 2019.
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.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
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© 2020 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 840-6:2020 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and Definitions . 4
4 General requirements of construction . 4
5 Handles . 5
6 Wheels . 6
7 Direction block . 6
8 Brakes. 6
9 Edges . 6
10 Lids . 6
11 Cleaning . 7
12 Instructions for use . 7
Annex A (informative) A–deviations . 8
Bibliography . 9
European foreword
This document (EN 840-6:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 183 “Waste
management”, 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 October 2020, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by October 2020.
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 840-6:2012.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are listed below:
a) the document has been editorially revised and Clause 3 "Terms and Definitions" added according to
the new CEN Internal Regulation Part 3;
b) former subclause 3.1 (now 4.1) has been revised;
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, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the
United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This document provides the essential safety, health and ergonomic requirements for mobile waste and
recycling containers according to EN 840-1:2020 to EN 840-4:2020, not including hazardous wastes
containers.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 840-5:2020, Mobile waste and recycling containers — Part 5: Performance requirements and test
methods
3 Terms and Definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
4 General requirements of construction
4.1 The container shall be constructed so that when it is unloaded or loaded with a nominal mass, it
has a secure fit on an approved compatible lifting device and shall be automatically locked safely into
the lifting device during the tilting and emptying operation. The container shall be in static stability
according to 4.8 of EN 840-5:2020.
4.2 The container shall be safely fitted to the lifting device of the vehicle without being carried or
lifted manually.
4.3 Wheeled containers shall be constructed so that, under test conditions accordin
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The SIST EN 840-6:2020 standard specifically delineates the safety and health requirements for mobile waste and recycling containers, presenting a crucial framework for manufacturers and users in the waste management sector. As a part of the broader EN 840 series, this standard focuses on ensuring that mobile containers are designed with user safety, health, and ergonomics in mind. One of the significant strengths of this standard is its comprehensive approach to safety requirements. It thoroughly outlines the necessary measures to prevent injuries during the handling and use of these containers, addressing ergonomic factors such as ease of maneuverability and appropriate lifting heights. By setting these parameters, the standard not only enhances user safety but also promotes efficient waste management practices. Moreover, the clear specification of health requirements reinforces its relevance in today's environmental practices. By focusing on non-hazardous waste and recycling containers, the standard ensures that the materials used and the containers' design contribute positively to public health and the safety of workers in the waste collection and recycling industry. The structured outline of safety and health criteria in SIST EN 840-6:2020 aids manufacturers in the design and production of compliant waste containers, fostering accountability and uniformity across the industry. This standard also serves as a reference for regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders, facilitating dialogue around safety protocols in waste management. In summary, SIST EN 840-6:2020 stands out as a vital standard that harmonizes safety and health protocols in the production and utilization of mobile waste and recycling containers, directly addressing crucial ergonomic needs and promoting safer workplace practices.
SIST EN 840-6:2020 표준은 모바일 폐기물 및 재활용 용기와 관련된 안전 및 건강 요구사항을 다루고 있습니다. 이 표준은 EN 840-1에서 EN 840-4에 이르는 규정을 바탕으로 하며, 유해 폐기물 용기는 제외됩니다. 표준의 범위는 다양한 환경에서 사용되는 이동식 용기의 안전성을 보장하기 위한 필수 조건을 제시하고 있어, 사용자와 작업자의 건강과 안전을 고려한 종합적인 가이드를 제공합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 인체공학적인 요구사항을 포함한다는 것입니다. 이를 통해 사용자는 각종 모바일 용기를 안전하게 취급할 수 있으며, 작업 중 발생할 수 있는 부상을 예방할 수 있습니다. 또한, 이 문서는 유럽 시장에서의 일관성을 가져오고, 재활용 용기에 대한 표준화된 접근 방식을 제공합니다. SIST EN 840-6:2020은 이동식 폐기물 및 재활용 용기와 관련된 안전 및 건강 요구사항을 다룸으로써, 환경 보호와 지속 가능한 개발을 촉진하는 데 기여합니다. 이 표준은 사용자와 제조업체 모두에게 유용한 가이드를 제공하며, 안전한 폐기물 관리 및 재활용 프로세스를 구현하는 데 필수적입니다.
Die Norm SIST EN 840-6:2020 legt essentielle Sicherheits-, Gesundheits- und Ergonomieanforderungen für mobile Abfall- und Recyclingbehälter fest, wie sie in den Normen EN 840-1 bis EN 840-4 beschrieben sind. Diese umfassende Standardisierung zielt darauf ab, eine zuverlässige Grundlage für die Gestaltung und den Einsatz von Abfallbehältern zu bieten, die für den täglichen Gebrauch in verschiedenen Umgebungen bestimmt sind. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre Fokussierung auf die Sicherheit und Gesundheit der Benutzer. Durch die Definition klarer Richtlinien und Anforderungen stellt die Norm sicher, dass die Behälter nicht nur funktional, sondern auch benutzerfreundlich und sicher sind. Dies fördert ein hohes Maß an Ergonomie, was insbesondere für Mitarbeiter in der Abfallwirtschaft und Recyclingbranche von entscheidender Bedeutung ist. Die Relevanz dieser Norm zeigt sich auch in der Berücksichtigung eines breiten Anwendungsspektrums von Behältern. Während sie sich auf mobile Abfall- und Recyclingbehälter konzentriert, berücksichtigt sie dabei nicht nur deren Konstruktion, sondern auch die kulturellen Unterschiede in der Abfallwirtschaft, was die Norm für verschiedene europäische Länder anwendbar macht. Darüber hinaus wird durch die klare Abgrenzung von gefährlichen Abfallbehältern in dieser Norm ein weiterer Sicherheitsaspekt betont. Dies trägt dazu bei, potenzielle Risiken für die Benutzer und die Umwelt zu minimieren, indem es eine spezifische Handhabungskategorie herausstellt. Insgesamt bietet die Norm EN 840-6:2020 einen wertvollen Rahmen für Hersteller, Betreiber und Benutzer mobiler Abfall- und Recyclingbehälter und ist somit von erheblichem Nutzen für die Branche. Die Kombination aus Sicherheitsanforderungen, Gesundheitsrichtlinien und ergonomischer Gestaltung macht diese Norm zu einem unerlässlichen Dokument für alle, die im Bereich der Abfallwirtschaft tätig sind.
SIST EN 840-6:2020は、移動式廃棄物およびリサイクル容器に関する欧州標準であり、安全と健康に関連する要件を網羅しています。この標準は、EN 840-1からEN 840-4に基づき、特に移動式容器の安全性とユーザーの健康を考慮した設計が求められています。 この標準の強みの一つは、作業者の健康を守るための人間工学的要件がしっかりと定められていることです。作業時の負担を軽減することで、労働災害のリスクを低減することを目的としており、安全と効率性を両立させた設計が求められています。また、ユーザーが扱う際の安全基準が明確に記載されているため、現場での実施に際して非常に重要な指針となります。 さらに、SIST EN 840-6:2020は、一般的な廃棄物容器に特化しており、有害物質を扱う容器は除外されています。この点においても、清掃業界や廃棄物管理業界における標準化と安全確保に寄与する内容となっており、これらの業界における実務者にとって非常に重要な標準です。 全体として、SIST EN 840-6:2020は、移動式廃棄物およびリサイクル容器の設計・製造・使用における安全性と健康要件を確立するものであり、その適用範囲は広く、業界のニーズに応じた実用的な基準を提供しています。この標準は、移動式容器の安全基準を向上させる重要な指針として、業界全体において強く推奨されます。
La norme SIST EN 840-6:2020 établit les exigences essentielles en matière de sécurité, de santé et d'ergonomie pour les conteneurs à déchets et de recyclage mobiles, conformément aux normes EN 840-1 à EN 840-4. Ce document couvre des aspects essentiels permettant d'assurer un usage sûr et efficace des conteneurs, tout en s'alignant sur les réglementations européennes. La portée de cette norme est très pertinente dans le contexte actuel, où la gestion des déchets et le recyclage prennent une importance croissante. En précisant les exigences de sécurité et de santé, la norme contribue à la protection des utilisateurs et des opérateurs lors de la manipulation de conteneurs à déchets. Les exigences ergonomiques incluses favorisent également une utilisation optimale, réduisant les risques de blessures liées à la manutention. Parmi les points forts de la norme EN 840-6:2020, on note son approche systématique sur les critères de conception qui facilitent l'utilisation de ces conteneurs tout en garantissant la durabilité et la conformité aux standards de sécurité. La norme s'applique à une vaste gamme de conteneurs, intégrant des critères qui reflètent les meilleures pratiques dans le domaine de la gestion des déchets. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 840-6:2020 est un document standard essentiel qui assure non seulement la conformité aux exigences réglementaires, mais aussi la promotion d'un environnement de travail sûr et ergonomique. Son adoption est donc cruciale pour tous les acteurs impliqués dans la fabrication et l'utilisation des conteneurs à déchets et de recyclage.
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