EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021/A11:2021

• Abstract:

  2019-12-18: Common modifications to be launched to the enquiry together with pr = 70964 (SV); 2019-12-13: this prAA represents common mods to prEN IEC 62841-4-5 (PR=70964); D164/C043: ; DOW= DOR+48 months

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 28-Oct-2021
• ICS: 25.140.20 - Electric tools
• Technical Committee: CLC/TC 116 - Safety of hand-held motor-operated electric tools
• Drafting Committee: CLC/TC 116/WG 05 - Gardening appliances
• Current Stage: 6060 - Document made available - Publishing
• Start Date: 29-Oct-2021
• Completion Date: 29-Oct-2021
• Directive: Harmonized Standard2006/42/EC - Directive 2006/42/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on machinery, and amending Directive 95/16/EC (recast)
  OJ Ref: OJ L 194 OJ Date: 02-Aug-2023
• Mandate: M/396 - Mandate to CEN and Cenelec for standardisation in the field of machinery
• Ref Project: SIST EN IEC 62841-4-5:2022/A11:2022 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 4-5: Particular requirements for grass shears

• Referred By: EN 12976-1:2017 - Thermal solar systems and components - Factory made systems - Part 1: General requirements
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Amends: EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021 - Electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery - Safety - Part 4-5: Particular requirements for grass shears
• Effective Date: 24-Dec-2019

Overview

EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021/A11:2021 is a European standard developed by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CENELEC), focusing on the safety requirements for electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools, and lawn and garden machinery, specifically grass shears. This amendment (A11:2021) introduces key updates and common modifications to the base standard, ensuring enhanced safety and conformity for manufacturers and users of electric grass shears across Europe.

The adoption of this standard supports compliance with essential health and safety requirements outlined in the EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. It addresses significant hazards associated with these machines and offers practical measures to minimize risks in user operation, maintenance, and servicing.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability
  • Covers all major hazards related to electric grass shears.
  • Supplements and modifies base requirements in EN 62841-1 to address tool-specific risks and design features.
• Noise and Vibration Emissions
  • Updated methods for measuring noise and vibration emissions in accordance with EN ISO 11203:2009.
  • Clear formulas for evaluating emission sound pressure levels to ensure accurate product labelling and workplace safety.
• Battery Tools and Safety Devices
  • Specific requirements for battery-powered grass shears, including the need for isolation or disabling devices to prevent unintended starting and enhance user safety during maintenance.
  • Criteria for isolation device function, indication, and prevention of accidental reconnection.
• Conformity with EU Directives
  • Direct reference to machinery safety, ergonomic design, risk reduction (e.g., mechanical hazards, electrical risks), and related documentation conformity in alignment with Directive 2006/42/EC.

Applications

EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021/A11:2021 is essential for various stakeholders in the lawn and garden equipment industry, including:

• Manufacturers of electric grass shears who must ensure product safety and regulatory compliance before marketing within Europe.
• Testing and Certification Bodies performing conformity assessment and certification of lawn and garden machinery.
• Design Engineers developing safe, reliable, and user-friendly portable, hand-held electric tools for garden maintenance.
• Distributors and Retailers requiring product documentation that demonstrates regulatory compliance for electric gardening tools.
• End Users and Maintenance Personnel seeking reassurance that the equipment meets stringent European safety standards, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.

By following this standard, organizations can demonstrate presumption of conformity with EU regulations, thereby facilitating market access, reducing liability, and supporting a safer working environment.

Related Standards

For broader context, the following related standards are frequently referenced or applied alongside EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021/A11:2021:

• EN 62841-1:2015 - General requirements for electric motor-operated hand-held tools, transportable tools, and garden machinery.
• EN ISO 11203:2009 - Acoustics - Noise emission measurements, essential for compliance with noise requirements.
• EN ISO 3744:2010 - Acoustics - Sound power measurements of machinery using sound pressure methods.
• EN ISO 22868:2011 - Noise test codes for portable gardening machinery.
• EN 60664 Series - Insulation coordination within low-voltage systems for electrical equipment safety.
• EN ISO 7010 - Graphical symbols for safety signs and product labelling in compliance with safety communication norms.

Compliance with these standards, together with the requirements of EN IEC 62841-4-5:2021/A11:2021, ensures that grass shears and related gardening equipment are designed, tested, and labelled in line with the highest European safety and quality standards.