SIST EN 13451-2:2016/oprA1:2017

Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific safety requirements and test methods for ladders, stepladders and handle bends

This part of EN 13451 specifies safety requirements for ladders, stepladders and handle bends in addition to the general safety requirements of EN 13451-1.
The requirements of this specific standard take priority over those in EN 13451-1.
This part of EN 13451 is applicable to manufactured ladders, stepladders and handle bends used for pool access and egress for use in classified swimming pools as specified in EN 15288-1 and EN 15288-2.

Schwimmbadgeräte - Teil 2: Zusätzliche besondere sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Leitern, Treppenleitern und Griffbögen

Dieser Teil der EN 13451 legt sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen an Leitern, Treppenleitern und Griff-bögen zusätzlich zu den allgemeinen sicherheitstechnischen Anforderungen nach EN 13451-1 fest.
Die Anforderungen dieser spezifischen Norm haben Vorrang gegenüber EN 13451-1.
Dieser Teil der EN 13451 gilt für hergestellte Leitern, Treppenleitern und Griffbögen, die für den Einstieg und den Ausstieg nach den Festlegungen in EN 15288-1 und EN 15288-2 klassifizierten Schwimmbädern be-nutzt werden.

Equipement de piscine - Partie 2: Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai complémentaires propres aux échelles verticales, aux échelles à inclinaison et aux mains courantes

La présente partie de l'EN 13451 spécifie les exigences de sécurité pour les échelles verticales, les échelles à inclinaison et les mains courantes, en plus des exigences générales de sécurité indiquées dans l'EN 13451 1.
Les exigences présentées dans cette norme spécifique prévalent sur celles de l'EN 13451 1.
La présente partie de l'EN 13451 s'applique aux échelles verticales, aux échelles à inclinaison et aux mains courantes préfabriquées, utilisées pour entrer et sortir des piscines classées conformément aux spécifications données dans les EN 15288 1 et EN 15288 2.

Oprema za plavalne bazene - 2. del: Dodatne posebne varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode za lestve, stopnice in ročaje - Dopolnilo A1

General Information

• Status: Not Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 09-Dec-2017
• ICS: 97.220.10 - Sports facilities
• Technical Committee: SPO - Sports
• Current Stage: 98 - Abandoned project (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 16-Jul-2020
• Due Date: 21-Jul-2020
• Completion Date: 16-Jul-2020
• Ref Project: EN 13451-2:2015/FprA1 - Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific safety requirements and test methods for ladders, stepladders and handle bends

Relations

• Consolidated By: SIST EN 13451-2:2016+A1:2020 - Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific safety requirements and test methods for ladders, stepladders and handle bends
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2020
• Amends: SIST EN 13451-2:2016 - Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific safety requirements and test methods for ladders, stepladders and handle bends
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2017

Overview

SIST EN 13451-2:2016/oprA1:2017 is a European standard published by CEN that addresses additional specific safety requirements and test methods for ladders, stepladders, and handle bends used in swimming pools. This standard complements the general safety requirements established in EN 13451-1, providing further health and safety assurance for manufactured access equipment in both public and private classified swimming pools, as outlined in EN 15288-1 and EN 15288-2.

Designed for manufacturers, designers, facility managers, and safety inspectors, EN 13451-2 ensures that swimming pool ladders and related access equipment meet rigorous criteria for user safety and functional reliability.

Key Topics

• Scope and Applicability: EN 13451-2 specifically applies to manufactured ladders, stepladders, and handle bends intended for access and egress in swimming pools.
• Priority of Requirements: The requirements in this part take precedence over those found in EN 13451-1 when dealing with ladders, stepladders, and handle bends.
• Dimensional Compliance: Specifies minimum and maximum dimensions for ladder components to ensure safety, usability, and consistency across installations.
• Test Methods: Provides standardized testing methods to verify compliance with safety criteria, including structural integrity and ergonomic design.
• Safety Provisions: Includes additional safety requirements that address pool-specific hazards, such as slip resistance, structural strength, and design features that reduce risk of accidents.

Applications

EN 13451-2 is crucial for anyone involved in the design, manufacturing, installation, or maintenance of swimming pool equipment, particularly ladders and handle bends. Key application areas include:

• Public and Commercial Swimming Pools: Ensures robust safety for high-traffic pools found in leisure centers, hotels, and sports facilities.
• Private Swimming Pools: Offers guidance for residential pools, enhancing user protection for families and homeowners.
• Pool Renovation Projects: Used by contractors and project managers to upgrade access equipment in compliance with the latest safety standards.
• Inspection and Certification: Assists authorities and safety inspectors in verifying that installed equipment conforms to European legal and best practice requirements.

Proper application of EN 13451-2 reduces the risk of injuries associated with pool entry and exit equipment, and provides reassurance for operators and users alike.

Related Standards

Meeting EN 13451-2 requirements often involves reference to related European standards, including:

• EN 13451-1: General safety requirements for swimming pool equipment. EN 13451-2 takes priority over EN 13451-1 for ladders, stepladders, and handle bends.
• EN 15288-1 & EN 15288-2: Define the classification and specific requirements for public swimming pools.
• Other Related ICS Codes: Falls under ICS 97.220.10 for sports facilities, ensuring coordinated safety throughout recreational infrastructure.

Practical Value

Implementing EN 13451-2 provides multiple benefits:

• Enhanced Pool Safety: Reduces risk of falls and injuries by setting clear design and dimension requirements.
• Legal Compliance: Supports conformity with CEN safety standards, helping pools meet European safety regulations.
• Market Credibility: Manufacturers and installers adhering to EN 13451-2 demonstrate commitment to high quality and user safety, enhancing reputation.
• Streamlined Inspection: Offers a clear set of criteria for safety inspectors and facility operators, easing the compliance assessment process.

Utilizing EN 13451-2 for swimming pool ladders and handle bends maximizes the safety, reliability, and trustworthiness of aquatic facilities across Europe.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific safety requirements and test
methods for ladders, stepladders and handle bends
Schwimmbadgeräte - Teil 2: Zusätzliche besondere sicherheitstechnische
Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Leitern, Treppenleitern und Griffbögen
Equipement de piscine - Partie 2: Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai
complémentaires propres aux échelles verticales, aux échelles à inclinaison et aux
mains courantes
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13451-2:2015/prA1:2017
ICS:
97.220.10 Športni objekti Sports facilities
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 13451-2:2015
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA1
September 2017
ICS 97.220.10
English Version
Swimming pool equipment - Part 2: Additional specific
safety requirements and test methods for ladders,
stepladders and handle bends
Equipement de piscine - Partie 2: Exigences de sécurité Schwimmbadgeräte - Teil 2: Zusätzliche besondere
et méthodes d'essai complémentaires propres aux sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und
échelles verticales, aux échelles à inclinaison et aux Prüfverfahren für Leitern, Treppenleitern und
mains courantes Griffbögen
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 136.

This draft amendment A1, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13451-2:2015. If this draft becomes an
amendment, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for
inclusion of this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.

This draft amendment was established by CEN 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,
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Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and United Kingdom.
Recipients of this draft are invited to submit, with their comments, notification of an
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