EN 14682:2014
(Main)Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications
Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications
This European Standard specifies requirements for cords and drawstrings on children's clothing, including disguise costumes and ski apparel, up to the age of 14 years.
Within the scope of this European Standard, it is not possible to cover all potential hazards that may create an unsafe garment.
Conversely, identifiable specific hazards in certain styles/design of garment might not present a risk for certain age groups.
It is recommended that an individual risk assessment be carried out on any garment in order to ensure that it does not present a hazard to the wearer
This European Standard does not apply to the following (see Annex C for rationale):
a) child use and care articles, for example bibs, nappies and soother holders;
b) shoes, boots and similar footwear;
c) gloves, hats, bonnets and scarves;
d) neckties designed to be worn with a shirt or blouse;
e) belts, with the exception of tied belts which are within scope;
f) braces;
g) religious clothing;
h) celebratory clothing such as that worn at civil or religious ceremonies, national or regional festivals provided this is worn for limited periods and under supervision;
i) specialist sportswear and activity wear generally worn for limited periods and under supervision, for example rugby shorts, wet suits, and dancewear, except where those garments are commonly worn as day wear or night wear;
j) theatrical costumes used for theatrical performances;
k) aprons intended to be worn over day wear, for limited periods and under supervision, to protect clothing from soiling during activities such as painting, cooking, or during meal times;
l) bags and purses.
Sicherheit von Kinderbekleidung - Kordeln und Zugbänder an Kinderbekleidung - Anforderungen
Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen an Kordeln und Zugbänder an Kinderbekleidung, einschließlich Karnevals- und Rollenkostümen sowie Skibekleidung für Kinder bis zum Alter von 14 Jahren fest.
Innerhalb des Anwendungsbereiches dieser Europäischen Norm ist es nicht möglich, alle potenziellen Gefahren abzudecken, die eine unsichere Bekleidung verursachen können.
Umgekehrt dürfen erkennbare spezielle Gefährdungen durch bestimmte Stile/Designs der Bekleidung kein Risiko für bestimmte Altersgruppen darstellen.
Es wird empfohlen, eine individuelle Risikobeurteilung an jedem Kleidungsstück durchzuführen, um sicherzustellen, dass dieses keine Gefährdung für den Träger darstellt.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt nicht für Folgendes (Begründung, siehe Anhang C):
a) Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder, wie z. B. Lätzchen, Windeln und Schnullerhalter;
b) Schuhe, Stiefel und ähnliche Schuhwaren;
c) Handschuhe, Hüte, Mützen und Schals;
d) Krawatten/Fliegen/Halstücher, die mit einem Hemd oder einer Bluse zu tragen sind;
e) Gürtel, mit Ausnahme gebundener Gürtel, die Bestandteil des Anwendungsbereichs sind;
f) Hosenträger;
g) religiöse Bekleidung;
h) Festkleidung, wie sie auf zivilen oder religiösen Feiern, nationalen oder regionalen Festen getragen wird, unter der Voraussetzung, dass die Bekleidung für begrenzte Zeiträume und unter Aufsicht getragen wird;
i) spezielle Sport- und Freizeitbekleidung, die im Allgemeinen nur für begrenzte Zeiträume und unter Aufsicht getragen wird, wie z. B. Rugby-Shorts, Taucheranzüge und Tanzbekleidung, mit Ausnahme der Kleidungsstücke, die üblicherweise als Tages- oder Nachtbekleidung getragen werden;
j) Theaterkostüme, die für Aufführungen benutzt werden;
k) Schürzen, die über bestimmte Zeiträume und unter Aufsicht am Tag getragen werden, um die Kleidung bei Aktivitäten, wie malen, kochen oder während der Mahlzeiten, gegen ein Anschmutzen zu schützen;
l) Beutel und Täschchen.
Sécurité des vêtements d’enfants - Cordons et cordons coulissants - Spécifications
La présente Norme européenne fixe des exigences concernant les cordons, coulissants ou non, de vêtements d’enfants, y compris les costumes de déguisement et les combinaisons de ski, jusqu’à l’âge de 14 ans.
Le domaine d’application de la présente Norme européenne ne peut pas englober la totalité des risques potentiels qui sont susceptibles de rendre un vêtement dangereux.
Inversement certains risques spécifiques identifiables sur certains styles/modèles de vêtements pourraient ne pas présenter de risque pour certains groupes d’âge.
Il est recommandé de soumettre chacun des vêtements à une analyse de risque pour s’assurer qu’il ne constitue pas un danger potentiel pour le porteur.
Cette Norme européenne ne s’applique pas aux articles suivants (voir l’Annexe C pour l’exposé des motifs) :
a) articles de puériculture, par exemple bavoirs, couches et attaches pour sucettes ;
b) chaussures, bottes et articles similaires ;
c) gants, chapeaux, bonnets et foulards ;
d) cravates destinées à être portées avec une chemise ou un chemisier ;
e) ceintures, à l’exception des ceintures à nouer qui entrent dans le domaine d’application ;
f) bretelles ;
g) vêtements religieux ;
h) vêtements de fête tels que ceux portés à l’occasion de cérémonies civiles ou religieuses ou bien lors de festivals régionaux ou nationaux, à condition qu’ils soient portés pendant une durée limitée et sous surveillance ;
i) vêtements conçus pour la pratique d’un sport et vêtements professionnels portés, en général, pendant des périodes limitées et sous surveillance, par exemple shorts de rugby, combinaisons de plongée et vêtements de danse, excepté lorsque ces vêtements sont portés couramment comme des tenues de jour ou de nuit ;
j) costumes de théâtre, utilisés lors de spectacles ;
k) tabliers destinés à être portés par dessus une tenue de jour pendant des périodes limitées et sous surveillance, pour éviter de salir les vêtements au cours d’activités telles que la peinture, la cuisine ou durant les repas ;
l) sacs à main et porte-monnaie.
Varnost otroških oblačil - Vrvice in vezalke na otroških oblačilih - Specifikacije
Ta evropski standard določa zahteve za vrvice in vezalke na otroških oblačilih, vključno s pustnimi in smučarskimi oblačili do starosti 14 let.
V okviru področja uporabe tega evropskega standarda ni mogoče zajeti vseh morebitnih nevarnosti, zaradi katerih je oblačilo lahko nevarno.
Nasprotno, nekatere posebne nevarnosti, ki se lahko določijo za nekatere sloge/oblikovanje oblačil, morda ne predstavljajo tveganja za določene starostne skupine.
Priporočljivo je, da se izvede posamezna ocena tveganja na vsakem oblačilu, tako da zagotovo ne predstavlja nevarnosti za uporabnika.
Ta evropski standard ne velja za naslednje (za pojasnilo glej dodatek C):
a) izdelke, ki jih uporabljamo za otroke in njihovo nego, kot so slinčki, plenice in držala za dude;
b) čevlje, škornje in podobna obuvala;
c) rokavice, kape, čepice in šale;
d) kravate, izdelane tako, da jih je treba nositi s srajco ali bluzo;
e) pasove, z izjemo zavezanih pasov, ki so predmet standarda;
f) naramnice;
g) verska oblačila;
h) slavnostna oblačila, ki se nosijo pri civilnih ali verskih obredih, nacionalnih ali regionalnih festivalih pod pogojem, da se nosijo omejen čas in pod nadzorom;
i) posebno športno opremo in opremo za prosti čas, ki se običajno nosi omejen čas in pod nadzorom, na primer kratke hlače za rugby, neoprenske in plesne obleke, razen če se ta oblačila običajno nosijo kot dnevna ali večerna oblačila;
j) gledališke kostume za gledališke predstave;
k) predpasnike, namenjene za kratkotrajno nošenje čez dan in pod nadzorom, za zaščito oblačil pred umazanijo med dejavnostmi, kot so risanje, kuhanje ali v času obrokov;
l) torbe in denarnice.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Dec-2014
- Withdrawal Date
- 29-Jun-2015
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 248 - Textiles and textile products
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 248/WG 20 - Safety of children's clothing
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 17-Dec-2014
- Due Date
- 18-Dec-2014
- Completion Date
- 17-Dec-2014
Relations
- Effective Date
- 24-Dec-2014
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2023
Overview
EN 14682:2014 - Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications (CEN) defines safety requirements for cords, drawstrings and related attachments on garments intended for children up to 14 years. The standard aims to minimize entrapment, strangulation and drag-injuries associated with cords on items such as everyday wear, disguise costumes and ski apparel. It also recommends an individual garment risk assessment because not all hazards are covered by a single standard.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope & age groups: Applies to children from birth up to 14 years, split into young child (0–6 years 11 months, up to 134 cm) and older child/young person (7–13 years 11 months; boys >134–182 cm, girls >134–176 cm).
- Definitions: Clear definitions for drawstring, functional cord, decorative cord, elastic cord, tied belt/sash, shoulder strap, halter neck, toggle, loop, zip puller, etc.
- Zoned requirements: Specific requirements by garment zone (illustrated in the standard):
- Zone A - head/neck/upper chest: strict control to prevent hood or neck entrapment.
- Zone B - chest/waist: differentiated rules for close‑fitting vs. flowing garments to reduce drag-in risks.
- Zone C - lower edge (below crotch) and Zone D - back area: tailored restrictions to address hazards from ski lifts, bus doors and bicycles.
- Sleeves and other parts: Requirements cover strings present elsewhere on garments.
- Measurement & test methods: Annex D provides normative measurement methods (e.g., garment laid flat, relaxed state, cord lengths).
- Supporting guidance: Annexes include anthropometric data (B), rationale for exclusions and length limits (C), risk assessment guidance (E) and examples of cords/drawstrings (F).
Practical applications & who uses EN 14682:2014
- Garment designers & manufacturers: to design safer children’s clothing and select acceptable cord details and closures.
- Product safety engineers & compliance teams: to perform risk assessments, validate patterns and manufacturing specs against the standard.
- Testing laboratories & certification bodies: to measure cord lengths, zones and evaluate compliance.
- Retailers & importers: to specify sourcing requirements and reduce market recall risk.
- Regulators & consumer safety organizations: for policy, incident investigation and guidance (standard developed under EC Mandate M/309).
Related standards
- EN 14682 is maintained by CEN/TC 248 (Textiles and textile products). Manufacturers should consult other CEN standards and national legislation on children’s product safety and textile testing to ensure full regulatory compliance.
Keywords: EN 14682:2014, children's clothing safety, cords and drawstrings, CEN standard, risk assessment, drawstring hazards, decorative cords.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 14682:2014 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies requirements for cords and drawstrings on children's clothing, including disguise costumes and ski apparel, up to the age of 14 years. Within the scope of this European Standard, it is not possible to cover all potential hazards that may create an unsafe garment. Conversely, identifiable specific hazards in certain styles/design of garment might not present a risk for certain age groups. It is recommended that an individual risk assessment be carried out on any garment in order to ensure that it does not present a hazard to the wearer This European Standard does not apply to the following (see Annex C for rationale): a) child use and care articles, for example bibs, nappies and soother holders; b) shoes, boots and similar footwear; c) gloves, hats, bonnets and scarves; d) neckties designed to be worn with a shirt or blouse; e) belts, with the exception of tied belts which are within scope; f) braces; g) religious clothing; h) celebratory clothing such as that worn at civil or religious ceremonies, national or regional festivals provided this is worn for limited periods and under supervision; i) specialist sportswear and activity wear generally worn for limited periods and under supervision, for example rugby shorts, wet suits, and dancewear, except where those garments are commonly worn as day wear or night wear; j) theatrical costumes used for theatrical performances; k) aprons intended to be worn over day wear, for limited periods and under supervision, to protect clothing from soiling during activities such as painting, cooking, or during meal times; l) bags and purses.
This European Standard specifies requirements for cords and drawstrings on children's clothing, including disguise costumes and ski apparel, up to the age of 14 years. Within the scope of this European Standard, it is not possible to cover all potential hazards that may create an unsafe garment. Conversely, identifiable specific hazards in certain styles/design of garment might not present a risk for certain age groups. It is recommended that an individual risk assessment be carried out on any garment in order to ensure that it does not present a hazard to the wearer This European Standard does not apply to the following (see Annex C for rationale): a) child use and care articles, for example bibs, nappies and soother holders; b) shoes, boots and similar footwear; c) gloves, hats, bonnets and scarves; d) neckties designed to be worn with a shirt or blouse; e) belts, with the exception of tied belts which are within scope; f) braces; g) religious clothing; h) celebratory clothing such as that worn at civil or religious ceremonies, national or regional festivals provided this is worn for limited periods and under supervision; i) specialist sportswear and activity wear generally worn for limited periods and under supervision, for example rugby shorts, wet suits, and dancewear, except where those garments are commonly worn as day wear or night wear; j) theatrical costumes used for theatrical performances; k) aprons intended to be worn over day wear, for limited periods and under supervision, to protect clothing from soiling during activities such as painting, cooking, or during meal times; l) bags and purses.
EN 14682:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 61.020 - Clothes; 97.190 - Equipment for children. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 14682:2014 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 14682:2007, prEN 14682. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 14682:2014 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2001/95/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/309. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Sicherheit von Kinderbekleidung - Kordeln und Zugbänder an Kinderbekleidung - AnforderungenSécurité des vêtements d’enfants - Cordons et cordons coulissants - SpécificationsSafety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications97.190Otroška opremaEquipment for children61.0202EODþLODClothesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14682:2014SIST EN 14682:2015en,fr,de01-marec-2015SIST EN 14682:2015SLOVENSKI
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EN 14682
December 2014 ICS 61.020; 97.190 Supersedes EN 14682:2007English Version
Safety of children's clothing - Cords and drawstrings on children's clothing - Specifications
Sécurité des vêtements d'enfants - Cordons et cordons coulissants - Spécifications
Sicherheit von Kinderbekleidung - Kordeln und Zugbänder an Kinderbekleidung - Anforderungen This European Standard was approved by CEN on 2 November 2014.
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.
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Background . 16 Annex B (informative)
Anthropometric data . 17 Annex C (informative)
Rationale . 19 C.1 Rationale for “out of scope” . 19 C.2 Requirements and acceptable lengths of drawstrings and cords . 20 C.3 Rationale for different requirements for decorative cords and functional cords . 20 Annex D (normative)
Measurements . 22 D.1 Cord length with one free end . 22 D.2 Cords with no free ends . 22 D.3 Garment open to its largest and laid flat . 23 D.4 Garment in its relaxed natural state. 24 D.5 Length of sash or tied belt . 24 Annex E (informative)
Risk assessment . 26 Annex F (informative)
Examples of cords and drawstrings . 27 Bibliography . 38
3.4 has been revised. Examination of garments shows that those clothes that are worn from waist down can be defined as those that fit closely to the body to be functional. Strings at the waist on these garments when closed to the body will be low hazard, and some requirements have been relaxed. Other garments can be more flowing, for example unbuttoned coats. In these garments, requirements have been strengthened. d) 3.7 sleeves: The original text assumed strings protruded from lower hems only, and that sleeves were long or short. This did not reflect fashion. Clauses have been revised to consider strings other than at hems, and all lengths of sleeve e) Annex B: new paragraph to clarify that anthropometric data listed is that used to define children’s sizes in EN 14682:2014, where the tallest children in Europe were considered. f) Annex C: enhanced to provide rationale for exclusions from scope, and rationale for requirements for lengths of drawstrings and cords. Explanation that manufacturers need to be more aware of how product is likely to be used, and not what it is called as a garment type. g) Annex D, new improved methods for measurement of — sash or tied belt, — garment open to its largest and laid flat, — garment in its relaxed natural state. h) Annex F, improved figures provided to illustrate requirements. i) To assist the reader, throughout this European Standard, the terms defined in Clause 2 'Terms and definitions' are in italics. This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association. According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations 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, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom. SIST EN 14682:2015
The slider might incorporate a locking device. Alternative slider types are available with a flip-over puller or double pullers, to facilitate operation from both front and back sides. 2.18 adjusting tab strip of textile or non-textile material not less than 2 cm in width intended to adjust the size of opening on a garment or for decoration , for example at the ankle or sleeve cuff SIST EN 14682:2015
Key A head, neck and upper chest area B chest and waist area C below hip area D back area Figure 1 — Body zones 2.26 short sleeve sleeve designed to end at or above the elbow 2.27 long sleeve sleeve designed to end below the elbow SIST EN 14682:2015
Where this mechanism is used, the loop will be of variable length. The general requirement for flat loop length 3.1.4 is not applicable, as the loop is flat to the body when worn. Decorative cords attached to a shoulder strap shall not have free ends longer than 7,5 cm and fixed loops shall be no more than 7,5 cm in circumference (for example, see Figure F.6). 3.2.6 Halter neck-style garments shall be constructed with no free ends in the neck and throat (for example, see Figure F.7). The use of a clip or fastening of two cords is acceptable, provided these do not result in free ends of cords when garment is worn. Where a mechanism, for example ring and slider, is used to adjust the length of the halter neck, the strap including the loop shall lie flat to the body when worn. NOTE Where this mechanism is used, the loop will be of variable length. The general requirement for flat loop length 3.1.4 is not applicable, as the loop is flat to the body when worn. 3.3 Head, neck and upper chest area on garments for older children and young persons (Figure 1, zone A) 3.3.1 Drawstrings shall not have free ends. Drawstrings with no free ends shall have no protruding loop when the garment is open to its largest and laid flat. When the garment opening is at its smallest, i.e. the size it is intended to fit, the maximum protruding loop circumference shall be 15 cm (for example, see Figure F.8). Where toggles are used for adjustment of drawstrings with no free ends, the toggle shall be fixed to the garment (see Figure F.1). 3.3.2 Functional cords shall be not more than 7,5 cm in length. Functional cords shall not be made from elastic cords. NOTE The hazard from elastic cords is that they may "snap" back to face or neck resulting in injury. Elasticated shoulder straps and halter necks fit close to the body and do not pose the same risk. 3.3.3 Decorative cords shall not be more than 7,5 cm in length including any attachment or three dimensional embellishment. Decorative cords shall not be made from elastic cords. NOTE The hazard from elastic cords is that they may "snap" back to face or neck resulting in injury, especially if they have a toggle. 3.3.4
Adjusting tabs are permissible provided that the length is no more than 7,5 cm, and shall have no button, toggle, buckle on the free end which may present an entrapment hazard. 3.3.5 Shoulder straps are permissible provided any free ends are no longer than 14 cm from the point at which they are to be tied and fixed loops are no more than 7,5 cm in circumference (for example, see Figure F.6). SIST EN 14682:2015
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La norme EN 14682:2014, intitulée "Sécurité des vêtements pour enfants - Cords et cordons sur les vêtements pour enfants - Spécifications", établit des exigences claires et précises concernant l'utilisation de cordons et de tirants sur les vêtements destinés aux enfants jusqu'à l'âge de 14 ans. Cette norme européenne revêt une grande importance dans le domaine de la sécurité des vêtements pour enfants, car elle vise à prévenir les risques potentiels associés à ces éléments d'habillement. L'étendue de la norme est bien définie, se concentrant spécifiquement sur les vêtements courants, les costumes de déguisement et les vêtements de ski pour les enfants. Bien que la norme couvre de nombreux aspects, elle reconnaît également qu'il n'est pas possible de traiter tous les dangers potentiels pouvant entraîner un vêtement dangereux. Cela souligne la pertinence de la norme, car elle encourage les fabricants et les concepteurs à effectuer une évaluation des risques individuelle sur chaque vêtement, garantissant ainsi que celui-ci ne présente pas de danger pour l'utilisateur. Un des points forts de la norme EN 14682:2014 est sa capacité à s'adapter à la diversité des styles et designs de vêtements pour enfants. La norme identifie des dangers spécifiques qui peuvent être associés à certains styles, tout en considérant que ces dangers peuvent ne pas représenter de risque pour tous les groupes d'âge. Cela témoigne d'une approche nuancée de la sécurité, reconnaissant que l'évaluation des risques doit être contextuelle et tenir compte des spécificités liées à chaque vêtement. Il est également important de noter que la norme exclut certains articles de son champ d'application, tels que les vêtements religieux, les accessoires comme les gants ou les ceintures (à l'exception des ceintures nouées). Cette exclusion est fondée sur des considérations pratiques, permettant à la norme de se concentrer sur les vêtements qui sont les plus susceptibles de présenter des dangers en raison de la présence de cordons et de tirants. En résumé, la norme EN 14682:2014 est un document essentiel pour garantir la sécurité des vêtements pour enfants. Son approche détaillée des exigences, couplée à une reconnaissance des limitations liées à la couverture des dangers potentiels, fait d'elle un pilier dans le domaine de la sécurité textile pour enfants.
SIST EN 14682:2015는 14세 이하 아동의 의류에 대한 안전성을 규명한 유럽 표준으로, 아동 의류에 사용되는 끈 및 드로스트링에 대한 요구 사항을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 아동 의류의 안전성 확보를 위해 꼭 필요한 요소로, 특히 변장복 및 스키 의류를 포함하여 아동의 다양한 의류 형태에 적용됩니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 아동 복장의 특정 스타일과 디자인에 따라 식별 가능한 위험 요소를 인지하고 이에 대한 안전 관리 방안을 제시한다는 점입니다. 그러나 모든 잠재적 위험을 포괄적으로 다루기는 어려워 개별 의류에 대해 위험 평가를 권장하고 있습니다. 이는 아동 의류의 안전성을 높이기 위한 중요한 조치로, 사용자의 연령대에 따라 특정 위험이 다를 수 있음을 반영하고 있습니다. 또한, SIST EN 14682:2015는 명확한 적용 범위를 설정하고 있으며, 벨트, 장화, 장갑, 모자 등 일부 품목은 이 표준의 적용 대상에서 제외되는 기준을 제시합니다. 이러한 배제 조항은 관련 제품의 특성을 고려하여 안전 기준의 적용 및 해석이 보다 명확하게 이루어질 수 있도록 하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 적절한 적용은 아동 의류의 안전성을 높이는 동시에 사용자의 다양한 요구와 상황에 맞는 의류 디자인의 자유를 허용하여 균형을 이루고 있습니다. SIST EN 14682:2015는 아동 의류 시장에서 안전과 디자인을 모두 고려한 중요한 기준으로, 아동 의류 제조업체뿐만 아니라 소비자에게도 큰 의미가 있는 표준입니다.
Die Norm EN 14682:2014 legt spezifische Anforderungen an Kordeln und Zugbänder in Kinderbekleidung fest, einschließlich Kostümen und Ski-Bekleidung für Kinder bis 14 Jahre. Der Umfang dieser europäischen Norm ist von hoher Bedeutung, da sie darauf abzielt, das Sicherheitsniveau von Kinderkleidung zu erhöhen und somit potenzielle Gefahren, die durch lose Kordeln und Zugbänder entstehen können, zu minimieren. Ein wesentliches Stärke dieser Norm ist die spezifische Fokussierung auf die Kategorien von Kleidungsstücken, die in den Geltungsbereich fallen. Das umfasst nicht nur alltägliche Kinderbekleidung, sondern auch spezielle Arten wie Verkleidungen oder Sportbekleidung. Diese Präzisierung gewährleistet, dass Hersteller und Händler klare Vorgaben zur Verfügung haben, um sichere Produkte anzubieten. Ein weiteres positives Merkmal der EN 14682:2014 ist die Empfehlung, eine individuelle Risikobewertung für jedes Kleidungsstück durchzuführen. Diese Herangehensweise fördert die Wachsamkeit hinsichtlich spezifischer Gefahren, die nicht nur von den allgemeinen Anforderungen der Norm erfasst werden können, sondern auch von individuellen Designmerkmalen abhängig sind. Dies führt dazu, dass die Sicherheit der Träger in den Fokus gerückt wird und Hersteller ihre Verantwortung ernst nehmen. Die Norm hat auch klare Ausschlüsse, die helfen, Verwirrung zu vermeiden. Artikel wie Schuhe, Hüte und spezielle Sportbekleidung sind beispielsweise ausgeschlossen, was eine klare Abgrenzung der geltenden Richtlinien ermöglicht. Diese Klarheit in der Norm sorgt dafür, dass sich Unternehmen weniger mit unspezifischen Vorschriften auseinandersetzen müssen und sich auf die sicherheitsrelevanten Aspekte ihrer Produkte konzentrieren können. Insgesamt ist die EN 14682:2014 eine relevante und gut durchdachte Norm, die eine essentielle Rolle in der Sicherheit von Kinderbekleidung spielt. Ihre detaillierte Struktur und klaren Anforderungen fördern die Trägersicherheit und geben Herstellern einen verlässlichen Rahmen zur Umsetzung. Die Norm fördert zudem ein größeres Bewusstsein für die Sicherheitsaspekte in der Kinderbekleidungsindustrie, was eine übergreifende Verbesserung der Produktqualität und des Verbraucherschutzes zur Folge hat.
EN 14682:2014は、子供服に関する安全基準として非常に重要な役割を果たしています。この欧州市場における標準は、特に子供服のコードやドローストリングに関する具体的な要件を定め、非常に多様な製品（例：仮装衣装やスキーウェア）を対象とし、14歳以下の子供たちを守るための安全基準を提供します。 この標準の強みは、子供服におけるコードとドローストリングの安全性に特化している点です。特に、識別可能な特定の危険があるデザインの衣服が、年齢層によってはリスクを伴わない可能性がある旨を明記していることから、柔軟性を持った適用性を示しています。これは、各衣服に対する個別のリスク評価を推奨しており、消費者や製造業者にさらなる注意を促すことに寄与しています。 また、EN 14682:2014は、さまざまな製品が対象外であることを示すことで、著しく特化した対象範囲を持つことも特徴です。例えば、ビブ、オムツ、靴、手袋、帽子、ベルトなど、特定の用途に特化した商品を含まないのは、他の基準や規制が存在することからの配慮です。この設計により、標準はその目的を明確にし、ユーザーおよび製造者にとっての理解を深める助けとなります。 総じて、EN 14682:2014は、特に子供服に関する安全性がますます重要視される現代において、その関連性は極めて高いと言えます。この標準は、子供たちを危険から守るために求められる重要なガイドラインを提供しており、製品の安全性を確保するための強固な基盤となっています。
The EN 14682:2014 standard provides essential specifications aimed at ensuring the safety of children's clothing concerning cords and drawstrings. This standard is particularly relevant for garments intended for children up to the age of 14 years, including specific categories like disguise costumes and ski apparel. One of the primary strengths of this standard is its clear focus on identifying and mitigating risks associated with cords and drawstrings, which have been recognized as potential hazards that could lead to accidents or injury. The scope of the EN 14682:2014 standard emphasizes that while it cannot address every conceivable hazard posed by children's clothing, it establishes a vital framework for assessing the safety of significant cord and drawstring risks. This acknowledgment that not all hazards can be covered enhances the standard's credibility, encouraging manufacturers and retailers to conduct individual risk assessments. Such assessments are crucial for evaluating specific styles or designs that may be deemed safe for certain age groups while potentially posing dangers to others. Furthermore, the standard delineates specific exclusions, which adds clarity for stakeholders in the industry. By not applying to items such as shoes, gloves, hats, neckties, and various types of religious or celebratory clothing, the EN 14682:2014 standard allows for a more focused approach to safety in children's clothing containing cords and drawstrings. This limitation ensures that resources and attention are directed primarily to the garments that pose the highest risk, thereby optimizing safety measures for children. In conclusion, the EN 14682:2014 standard is a significant document within the realm of children's clothing safety. Its focus on cords and drawstrings sets essential guidelines that help manufacturers prioritize safety in design while acknowledging the necessity of individual risk assessments. This results in a stronger framework for safeguarding children against potential hazards in their clothing.
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