ISO/FDIS 9098-1

Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and tests — Part 1: Safety requirements

Lits superposés et lits hauts — Exigences de sécurité et essais — Partie 1: Exigences de sécurité

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• ICS: 97.140 - Furniture
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 136 - Furniture
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 136/WG 4 - Beds - Methods of test
• Current Stage: 5020 - FDIS ballot initiated: 2 months. Proof sent to secretariat
• Start Date: 02-Feb-2023
• Completion Date: 02-Feb-2023

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• Revises: ISO 9098-1:1994 - Bunk beds for domestic use — Safety requirements and tests — Part 1: Safety requirements
• Effective Date: 23-Apr-2020

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FINAL
INTERNATIONAL ISO/FDIS
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STANDARD 9098-1
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Bunk beds and high beds — Safety
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requirements and tests —
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Contents Page

Foreword ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................iv

1 Scope ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1

2 Normative reference ........................................................................................................................................................................................1

3 Terms and definitions .................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

4 Safety requirements......................................................................................................................................................................................... 2

4.1 Construction ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 2

4.1.1 General ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

4.1.2 Accessible holes, gaps and openings ................................................................................................................. 4

4.1.3 Bed base(s) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 4

4.1.4 Safety barriers around upper beds .................................................................................................................... 6

4.1.5 Means of access .................................................................................................................................................................... 7

4.1.6 Shear and squeeze points ........................................................................................................................................ 11

4.1.7 All other accessible holes, gaps or openings ........................................................................................... 11

4.2 Strength of means of access: Attachment, deflection and strength..................................................... 11

4.3 Durability of frame and fastenings ................................................................................................................................... 11

4.4 Stability (see A.5) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 11

4.5 Fastening of the upper bed to the lower bed ............................................................................................................12

5 Product information .....................................................................................................................................................................................12

5.1 Marking ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

5.2 Instructions for use .........................................................................................................................................................................12

5.3 Purchase information .................................................................................................................................................................... 13

Annex A (informative) Rationale ..........................................................................................................................................................................14

Annex B (informative) Forces, cycles, loads, heights for stability, strength and durability

tests of high beds and bunk beds ....................................................................................................................................................15

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Foreword

ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards

bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out

through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical

committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International

organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.

ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of

electrotechnical standardization.

The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are

described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the

different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the

editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of

patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of

any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or

on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).

Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not

constitute an endorsement.

For an explanation on the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and

expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the

World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following

URL: www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by ISO/TC 136, Furniture.

This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 9098-1:1994), which has been technically

revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— Modification of the title;
— Specification of the scope;

— Terms and definitions of high bed, tread, completely bound opening, partially bound opening, upper

bed, means of access, and handrail added;
— Requirements for the materials improved;
— Requirements for vertically protruding parts added;
— Requirements for accessible holes, gaps and openings added;
— Requirements for bed base(s) given in more detail;
— Requirements for safety barriers around beds added;
— Requirements for means of access added;
— Requirements for shear and squeeze points added;
— Requirements for platform and stairs added;
— Requirements for all other accessible holes, gaps or openings added;

— Requirements for strength of means of access: Attachment, deflection and strength added;

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— Requirements for strength of frame and fastenings given in more detail;
— Requirements for the stability given in more detail;
— Requirements for the instructions for use given in more detail;
— Requirements for the marking given in more detail;
— Requirements for the purchase information added;
— Addition of informative Annex A and informative Annex B.
A list of all parts in the ISO 9098 series can be found on the ISO website.

Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A

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Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and
tests —
Part 1:
Safety requirements
1 Scope

This document specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of bunk beds and high

beds for domestic and non-domestic use.

It applies to bunk beds and high beds with an internal length greater than 1 400 mm and a maximum

bed base width of 1 200 mm, and with the upper surface of a bed base of 600 mm or more above the

floor.

Requirements for other products incorporated in a bunk bed/high bed, for example a table or storage

furniture, are not included in this document.

This document does not apply to bunk beds and high beds used for special purposes, including but not

limited to prison, the military and fire brigades.
2 Normative reference

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.

ISO 9098-2:—, Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and tests — Part 2: Test methods

3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.

ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:

— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
3.1
bunk bed

set of components that can be assembled as two beds, one above the other, where the upper surface of

any bed base is 600 mm or more above floor
3.2
high bed

set of components that can be assembled as a bed, where the upper surface of the top bed base is

600 mm or more above the floor, irrespective of the use to which the space below is put

1) Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/FDIS 9098-2:2022.
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3.3
bed end structure

upright unit at the head and foot of the bed to which the side rails (3.6) are attached

3.4
bed base
support structure for a mattress
3.5
safety barrier

component intended to prevent an occupant from falling out of the upper bed (3.10) or the high bed (3.2)

3.6
side rail

longitudinal members attached to the bed end structure (3.3) by which the bed base (3.4) can be

supported
3.7
tread
structure intended as a foothold
3.8
completely bound opening
opening that is continuously surrounded
3.9
partially bound opening
opening that is partially surrounded
3.10
upper bed

bed for which the upper surface of its bed base is 600 mm or more above the floor

3.11
means of access

ladder(s) or stairs to facilitate access to and egress from the upper bed or an access platform

3.12
handrail
rail or another component intended to assist the user to balance
4 Safety requirements
4.1 Construction
4.1.1 General

When the bed is fully assembled, accessible edges and corners shall be rounded or chamfered and free

from burrs or sharp edges.
There shall be no open-ended tubes.
All assembly and pilot holes shall be made by the manufacturer.

There shall be no clothes hooks or similar items more than 600 mm from the floor.

If the lowest points of the vertically protruding parts are above 600 mm from the floor, they shall either:

a) have an uninterrupted minimum horizontal dimension of 300 mm without any other vertical

protrusion (see Figure 1 a), or
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b) have an uninterrupted vertical dimension of at least 600 mm measured from the highest adjacent

part (see Figure 1 b), or

c) where the largest dimension is 50 mm or more (see Figure 1), have a maximum height at which a

line, drawn at 45° touches it, of not more than 5 mm above at least one adjacent/adjoining horizontal

component; the maximum vertical protrusion above that component shall not exceed 20 % of the

largest horizontal dimension of parts (see Figure 1 c), or

d) where the largest dimension is less than 50 mm, have a maximum height at which a line, drawn at

45° touches it, of not more than 5 mm above at least one adjacent/adjoining horizontal component;

the maximum vertical protrusion above that component shall not exceed 10 mm (see Figure 1) of

parts (see Figure 1 d).

It shall not be possible to dismantle the bed or its components without the use of a tool.

The dimensional requirements apply both before and after testing without re-tightening.

Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 vertically protruding part
2 highest adjacent part
w width of protruding part
H height of protruding part
v 45° angle to the horizontal
Figure 1 — Examples of a vertically protruding part
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4.1.2 Accessible holes, gaps and openings
4.1.2.1 General

Accessible completely bound openings in rigid material shall be with a diameter/width less than 7 mm

or greater than 12 mm, unless the depth is less than 10 mm or unless the shape assessment probe enters

when tested according to 6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:—.

Additionally, accessible completely bound openings in safety barriers, bed bases and treads, shall fulfil

the requirements specified in the respective clauses, i.e. 4.1.3, 4.1.4 and 4.1.5.

4.1.2.2 Head entrapment on the outside of the bunk bed/high bed

The following requirements apply only to openings, where the lowest part is ≥ 600 mm from the floor.

Partially bound opening, V and irregular shaped openings shall be constructed so that:

a) portion B of the template shall not enter the opening to the full thickness of the template according

to 6.3.2 of ISO 9098-2:—; or

b) the apex of portion A of the template shall contact the base of the opening when tested according to

6.3.2 of ISO 9098-2:—.
4.1.3 Bed base(s)
4.1.3.1 Free space between bed bases in bunk beds

For bunk beds, the distance between the upper surface of the lower bed base and any part of the

underside of the upper bed base shall be at least 750 mm.
4.1.3.2 Gaps and openings (see A.2)

Gaps adjacent to the inner surfaces of the side and end rails (see Figure 2) shall be less than 25 mm.

For beds where the bed base is an independent component, which is fitted between the side and

end rails, the gap between the base and the side and end rails, shall be less than 25 mm when tested

according to 6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:—.
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Key
1 bed frame (side and end rails)
2 bed base (slat)
3 gaps between bed base and bed frame
Figure 2 — Illustration of zone in which 25 mm gaps are not permitted

For beds, where the side and/or end rails are an integral part of the bed base, e.g. where slats are

mounted directly into the side and/or end rails, or where a slatted bed base is supported by a load

bearing component fixed to the side and/or end rails, all gaps directly adjacent to the side and end rails

shall be less than 25 mm. These designs shall be tested according to ISO 9098-2:—, 6.3.1.

All gaps between bed base components, (e.g. slats, mesh) shall be less than 75 mm when measured in

accordance with ISO 9098-2:—, 6.3.1.
4.1.3.3 Ventilation (see A.3)
The bed base(s) shall allow ventilation.

This requirement is fulfilled if there is a minimum ventilation area of 35 cm distributed across the

bed base (e.g. 8 holes with a diameter of 24 mm in a solid bed base, gaps between slats). The ventilation

shall be in more than one location. The openings shall fulfil the requirements in 4.1.2.

4.1.3.4 Structural integrity

The bed shall have a means (e.g. fastening) of preventing the side rails from bending outwards. This

requirement is fulfilled if the bed base or its elements do not break or become detached when tested

with the horizontal outwards force according to ISO 9098-2:—, 6.4.2.1.

When tested in accordance with 6.4.2.2, 6.4.2.3 and 6.4.2.4 of ISO 9098-2:—, the bed base(s) and/or its

elements shall not break or become detached.

The forces, height and the number of cycles shall be as specified in Annex B, Tables B.2 to B.4.

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4.1.4 Safety barriers around upper beds
4.1.4.1 General requirements

Any upper bed shall be equipped with a continuous safety barrier all around the bed with the following

exceptions to facilitate access and egress:

— a single opening in the barrier leading directly to the means of access is permitted on the long side

of the bed or

— a single opening in the barrier leading directly to an access platform conforming to 4.1.5.5 is

permitted on any side of the bed

When the bed is intended for use only in non-domestic settings, the structure of the building can act

as a safety barrier, provided that the bed is fastened to it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

4.1.4.2 Dimensional requirements

The distance between the upper edge of the safety barriers and the upper surface of the bed base shall

be at least 260 mm.
The top of the mattress shall be at least 160
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ISO/FDIS 9098-1:2022(E)
ISO/TC 136
Secretariat: UNI
Date: 2022-12-192023-01-18
Second edition
Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and tests —
Part 1:
Safety requirements
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Contents

Foreword ............................................................................................................................................................................................ iv

1 Scope ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 1

2 Normative reference ......................................................................................................................................................... 1

3 Terms and definitions ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

4 Safety requirements .......................................................................................................................................................... 2

4.1 Construction ......................................................................................................................................................................... 2

4.1.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................................... 2

4.1.2 Accessible holes, gaps and openings ..................................................................................................................... 4

4.1.3 Bed base(s) ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5

4.1.4 Safety barriers around upper beds ........................................................................................................................ 6

4.1.5 Means of access .............................................................................................................................................................. 8

4.1.6 Shear and squeeze points ....................................................................................................................................... 12

4.1.7 All other accessible holes, gaps or openings ................................................................................................... 13

4.2 Strength of means of access: Attachment, deflection and strength ........................................................... 13

4.3 Durability of frame and fastenings .......................................................................................................................... 13

4.4 Stability (see A.5) ............................................................................................................................................................ 13

4.5 Fastening of the upper bed to the lower bed ....................................................................................................... 13

5 Product information ...................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.1 Marking ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.2 Instructions for use ........................................................................................................................................................ 15

5.3 Purchase information .................................................................................................................................................... 16

Annex A (informative) Rationale ........................................................................................................................................... 17

Annex B (informative) Forces, cycles, loads, heights for stability, strength and durability tests of high

beds and bunk beds ...................................................................................................................................................................... 18

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Foreword

ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards

bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out

through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical

committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International

organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO

collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of

electrotechnical standardization.

The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are

described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular the different approval criteria needed for the

different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the

editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).

Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of

patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of any

patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or on

the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).

Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not

constitute an endorsement.

For an explanation on the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and

expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the World

Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) see the following URL:

www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by ISO/TC 136, Furniture.

This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 9098-1:1994), which has been technically

revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— Modification of the title;
— Specification of the scope;

— Terms and definitions of high bed, tread, completely bound opening, partially bound opening, upper

bed, means of access, and handrail added;
— Requirements for the materials improved;
— Requirements for vertically protruding parts added;
— Requirements for accessible holes, gaps and openings added;
— Requirements for bed base(s) given in more detail;
— Requirements for safety barriers around beds added;
— Requirements for means of access added;
— Requirements for shear and squeeze points added;
— Requirements for platform and stairs added;
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— Requirements for all other accessible holes, gaps or openings added;

— Requirements for strength of means of access: Attachment, deflection and strength added;

— Requirements for strength of frame and fastenings given in more detail;
— Requirements for the stability given in more detail;
— Requirements for the instructions for use given in more detail;
— Requirements for the marking given in more detail;
— Requirements for the purchase information added;
— Addition of informative Annex AAnnex A and informative Annex BAnnex B..
A list of all parts in the ISO 9098 series can be found on the ISO website.

Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A

complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
Field Code Changed
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FINAL DRAFT INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/FDIS 9098-1:2022(E)
Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and tests —
Part 1:
Safety requirements
1. Scope

This document specifies requirements for the safety, strength and durability of bunk beds and high beds

for domestic and non-domestic use.

It applies to bunk beds and high beds with an internal length greater than 1 400 mm and a maximum bed

base width of 1 200 mm, and with the upper surface of a bed base of 600 mm or more above the floor.

Requirements for other products incorporated in a bunk bed/high bed, for example a table or storage

furniture, are not included in this document.

This document does not apply to bunk beds and high beds used for special purposes, including but not

limited to prison, the military and fire brigades.
2. Normative reference

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.

ISO 9098--2:—:—, , Bunk beds and high beds — Safety requirements and tests — Part 2: Test methods

3. Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.

ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:

— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
bunk bed

set of components that can be assembled as two beds, one above the other, where the upper surface of

any bed base is 600 mm or more above floor
3.2
high bed

set of components that can be assembled as a bed, where the upper surface of the top bed base is 600 mm

or more above the floor, irrespective of the use to which the space below is put
3.3
bed end structure

upright unit at the head and foot of the bed to which the side rails (3.6(3.6)) are attached

Under preparation. Stage at the time of publication: ISO/FDIS 9098-2:2022.
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3.4
bed base
support structure for a mattress
3.5
safety barrier

component intended to prevent an occupant from falling out of the upper bed (3.10(3.10)) or the high bed

(3.2(3.2))
3.6
side rail

longitudinal members attached to the bed end structure (3.3(3.3)) by which the bed base (3.4(3.4)) can

be supported
3.7
tread
structure intended as a foothold
3.8
completely bound opening
opening that is continuously surrounded
3.9
partially bound opening
opening that is partially surrounded
3.10
upper bed

bed for which the upper surface of its bed base is 600 mm or more above the floor

3.11
means of access

ladder(s) or stairs to facilitate access to and egress from the upper bed or an access platform

3.12
handrail
rail or another component intended to assist the user to balance
4. Safety requirements
1. Construction
1. General

When the bed is fully assembled, accessible edges and corners shall be rounded or chamfered and free

from burrs or sharp edges.
There shall be no open-ended tubes.
All assembly and pilot holes shall be made by the manufacturer.

There shall be no clothes hooks or similar items more than 600 mm from the floor.

If the lowest points of the vertically protruding parts are above 600 mm from the floor, they shall either:

1. a) have an uninterrupted minimum horizontal dimension of 300 mm without any other

vertical protrusion (see Figure 1Figure 1 a), or
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2. b) have an uninterrupted vertical dimension of at least 600 mm measured from the highest

adjacent part (see Figure 1Figure 1 b), or

3. c) where the largest dimension is 50 mm or more (see Figure 1Figure 1),), have a maximum

height at which a line, drawn at 45° touches it, of not more than 5 mm above at least one

adjacent/adjoining horizontal component; the maximum vertical protrusion above that

component shall not exceed 20 % of the largest horizontal dimension of parts (see

Figure 1Figure 1 c), or

4. d) where the largest dimension is less than 50 mm, have a maximum height at which a line,

drawn at 45° touches it, of not more than 5 mm above at least one adjacent/adjoining horizontal

component; the maximum vertical protrusion above that component shall not exceed 10 mm (see

Figure 1Figure 1)) of parts (see Figure 1Figure 1 d).

It shall not be possible to dismantle the bed or its components without the use of a tool.

The dimensional requirements apply both before and after testing without re-tightening.

Dimensions in millimetres
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Key
1 vertically protruding part
2 highest adjacent part
w width of protruding part
H height of protruding part
v 45° angle to the horizontal
Figure 1 — Examples of a vertically protruding part
1. Accessible holes, gaps and openings
1. General

Accessible completely bound openings in rigid material shall be with a diameter/width less than 7 mm

or greater than 12 mm, unless the depth is less than 10 mm or unless the shape assessment probe enters

when tested according to 6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:202X.:—.

Additionally, accessible completely bound openings in safety barriers, bed bases and treads, shall fulfil

the requirements specified in the respective clauses, i.e. 4.1.34.1.3, 4.1.4, 4.1.4 and 4.1.54.1.5..

2. Head entrapment on the outside of the bunk bed/high bed

The following requirements apply only to openings, where the lowest part is ≥ 600 mm from the floor.

Partially bound opening, V and irregular shaped openings shall be constructed so that:

1. a) portion B of the template shall not enter the opening to the full thickness of the template

according to 6.3.2 of ISO 9098-2:202X;:—; or

2. b) the apex of portion A of the template shall contact the base of the opening when tested

according to 6.3.2 of ISO 9098-2:202X.:—.
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1. Bed base(s)
1. Free space between bed bases in bunk beds

For bunk beds, the distance between the upper surface of the lower bed base and any part of the

underside of the upper bed base shall be at least 750 mm.
2. Gaps and openings (see A.2A.2))

Gaps adjacent to the inner surfaces of the side and end rails (see Figure 2Figure 2)) shall be less than

25 mm.

For beds where the bed base is an independent component, which is fitted between the side and end rails,

the gap between the base and the side and end rails, shall be less than 25 mm when tested according to

6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:202X.:—.
Key
1 bed frame (side and end rails)
2 bed base (slat)
3 gaps between bed base and bed frame
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Figure 2 — Illustration of zone in which 25 mm gaps are not permitted

For beds, where the side and/or end rails are an integral part of the bed base, e.g. where slats are mounted

directly into the side and/or end rails, or where a slatted bed base is supported by a load bearing

component fixed to the side and/or end rails, all gaps directly adjacent to the side and end rails shall be

less than 25 mm. These designs shall be tested according to 6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:202X:—, 6.3.1.

All gaps between bed base components, (e.g. slats, mesh) shall be less than 75 mm when measured in

accordance with 6.3.1 of ISO 9098-2:202X:—, 6.3.1.
3. Ventilation (see A.3A.3))
The bed base(s) shall allow ventilation.

This requirement is fulfilled if there is a minimum ventilation area of 35 cm distributed across the bed

base (e.g. 8 holes with a diameter of 24 mm in a solid bed base, gaps between slats). The ventilation shall

be in more than one location. The openings shall fulfil the requirements in 4.1.24.1.2..

4. Structural integrity

The bed shall have a means (e.g. fastening) of preventing the side rails from bending outwards. This

requirement is fulfilled if the bed base or its elements do not break or become detached when tested with

the horizontal outwards force according to 6.4.2.1 of ISO 9098-2:202X:—, 6.4.2.1.

When tested in accordance with 6.4.2.2, 6.4.2.3 and 6.4.2.4 of ISO 9098-2:202X,:—, the bed base(s) and/or

its elements shall not break or become detached.

The forces, height and the number of cycles shall be as specified in Annex BAnnex B, Tables B.2, Tables B.2

to B.4B.4..
2. Safety barriers around upper beds
1. General requirements

Any upper bed shall be equipped with a continuous safety barrier all around the bed with the following

exceptions to facilitate access and egress:

— a single opening in the barrier leading directly to the means of access is permitted on the long side of

the bed or

— a single opening in the barrier leading directly to an access platform conforming to 4.1.5.54.1.5.5 is

permitted on any side of the bed

When the bed is intended for use only in non-domestic settings, the structure of the building can act as a

safety barrier, provided that the bed is fastened to it according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

2. Dimensional requirements

The distance between the upper edge of the safety barriers and the upper surface of the bed base shall be

at least 260 mm.

The top of the mattress shall be at least 160 mm below the upper edge of the safety barriers. The

maximum thickness of the mattress shall be permanently marked (see 5.15.1 b)). The measurement shall

be made from the maximum mattress thickness mark (see Figure 3Figure 3)) to the upper edge of the

safety barriers.

With the exception of the upper corners of the safety barrier, which may end in a maximum radius of

85 mm, the opening for access in the safety barrier shall have a width between 300 mm and 400 mm from

the maximum mattress thickness mark (see 5.15.1 b)) to 160 mm above it (see Figure 3Figure 3).).

Dimension in millimetres
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Key
1 safety barrier
2 maximum mattress thickness mark
Figure 3 — Opening in the top safety barrier – Example

With the exception of the means of access, the horizontal distance between the outside of the top safety

barrier and the vertical projection of the outermost point of the legs/posts/panels (a), shall not exceed

55 mm or shall be more than 230 mm (see Figure 4Figure 4).).
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