ISO 8437-2:2019/Amd 1:2026

Snow throwers — Safety requirements and test procedures — Part 2: Pedestrian-controlled snow throwers — Amendment 1

Chasse-neige — Exigences de sécurité et essais — Partie 2: Chasse-neige à conducteur à pied — Amendement 1

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 12-Apr-2026
• ICS: 43.160 - Special purpose vehicles
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 23/SC 13 - Powered lawn and garden equipment
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 23/SC 13 - Powered lawn and garden equipment
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 13-Apr-2026
• Due Date: 13-Nov-2023
• Completion Date: 13-Apr-2026

Relations

• Consolidates: EN ISO 8437-2:2021/FprA1 - Snow throwers - Safety requirements and test procedures - Part 2: Pedestrian-controlled snow throwers - Amendment 1 (ISO 8437-2:2019/FDAM 1:2026)
• Effective Date: 12-Feb-2026
• Consolidates: ISO 2782-2:2018 - Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of permeability to gases — Part 2: Equal-pressure method
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022
• Amends: ISO 8437-2:2019 - Snow throwers — Safety requirements and test procedures — Part 2: Pedestrian-controlled snow throwers
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022

Overview

ISO 8437-2:2019/FDAmd 1 is an important amendment to the international standard that focuses on the safety requirements and test procedures for pedestrian-controlled snow throwers, specifically those powered by combustion engines. Developed by ISO Technical Committee ISO/TC 23/SC 13 in collaboration with the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), this amendment clarifies the scope and enhances safety guidelines to ensure these machines meet modern safety and operational expectations. The document supports manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and users by providing structured, harmonized safety standards for snow throwers operated on foot, promoting accident prevention and regulatory compliance worldwide.

Key Topics

• Scope Clarification: The amendment explicitly defines the standard’s application to combustion engine-powered pedestrian-controlled snow throwers, helping reduce ambiguity in compliance and enforcement.
• Safety Requirements: Updated safety requirements cover structural integrity, control systems, protection against mechanical hazards, and ergonomic design to facilitate safe handling.
• Test Procedures: The document mandates rigorous testing aligned with ISO 8437-1 for non-metallic components such as snow discharge chutes and deflectors, ensuring reliability and durability during operation.
• Compliance Verification: It specifies methods for assessing conformity based on updated criteria and aligns these with regional and national safety standards.
• Directive 2006/42/EC Alignment: This standard aids in conformity with essential requirements of the European Machinery Directive, providing manufacturers a recognized pathway to demonstrate compliance within the European Union and associated markets.
• Risk Management: Addresses potential hazards such as uncontrolled movement, mechanical failures, operator safety, and exposure to noise and vibrations.
• Information and Marking: Specifies requirements for clear warnings, instructions, operator information, and marking to enhance user awareness and promote safe operation.

Applications

• Manufacturer Use: Enables snow thrower manufacturers to design and test pedestrian-controlled models that meet international safety standards, improving product reliability and market acceptance.
• Safety Regulation Compliance: Assists regulatory authorities and inspection bodies in evaluating snow throwers for adherence to safety directives, minimizing risks associated with mechanical forestry and gardening machinery.
• End-User Protection: Provides a framework that enhances operator safety by mandating ergonomic controls, fail-safe mechanisms, and clear warning labels-crucial for reducing accidents during snow removal operations.
• Product Development: Facilitates innovation by establishing clear criteria for safety and performance testing, allowing manufacturers to improve design while maintaining compliance.
• International Trade: Harmonizes safety requirements across regions, reducing technical barriers to trade for pedestrian-controlled snow throwers in markets adhering to ISO and European standards.

Related Standards

• ISO 8437-1:2019 – Terminology and common tests for snow throwers, providing foundational definitions essential for understanding and implementing Part 2 requirements.
• ISO 8437-4:2019 – Information on national and regional provisions relevant to snow thrower safety, ensuring compliance with local laws.
• ISO 12100:2010 – General principles for machine safety including risk assessment and reduction strategies, supporting the design and manufacture of safer machinery.
• ISO 3411:2007 – Specification of physical dimensions and operator envelope requirements, relevant for ergonomic considerations in machine design.
• European Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC – The legal framework for machinery safety in Europe that ISO 8437-2 aligns with, assisting manufacturers in meeting mandatory compliance.

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By adhering to ISO 8437-2:2019/FDAmd 1, stakeholders can ensure pedestrian-controlled snow throwers not only meet demanding safety standards but also comply with international regulations, promoting safer snow removal operations globally. This comprehensive approach to safety helps prevent accidents, improves user trust, and supports sustainable product innovation.

Standards Content (Sample)

International
Standard
ISO 8437-2
First edition
Snow throwers — Safety
2019-07
requirements and test
procedures —
AMENDMENT 1
2026-04
Part 2:
Pedestrian-controlled snow
throwers
AMENDMENT 1
Chasse-neige — Exigences de sécurité et essais —
Partie 2: Chasse-neige à conducteur à pied
AMENDEMENT 1
Reference number
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Norme
internationale
ISO 8437-2
Première édition
Chasse-neige — Exigences de
2019-07
sécurité et essais —
AMENDEMENT 1
Partie 2:
2026-04
Chasse-neige à conducteur à pied
AMENDEMENT 1
Snow throwers — Safety requirements and test procedures —
Part 2: Pedestrian-controlled snow throwers
AMENDMENT 1
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ISO 8437-2:2019/Amd.1:2026(fr) © ISO 2026

ISO 8437-2:2019/Amd.1:2026(fr)
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