SIST EN 12221:2026
(Main)Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for domestic use - Safety requirements and test methods
Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for domestic use - Safety requirements and test methods
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for changing units, changing pads and changing unit accessories for domestic use.
This document only covers the function of the item as a changing unit. If the item can be converted or used for another function (e.g. cots, storage furniture, bath tubs and stands, etc.), other relevant European Standards apply.
The changing unit can be foldable and can be fitted with a child bathtub or other additional items.
Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Wickeleinheiten und Wickelauflagen für den Hausgebrauch - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Dieses Dokument legt Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Wickeleinrichtungen, Wickelunterlagen und Zubehörteile von Wickeleinrichtungen für den Hausgebrauch fest.
Dieses Dokument bezieht sich nur auf die Funktion des Produktes als Wickeleinrichtung. Wenn das Produkt umgebaut oder für eine andere Funktion genutzt werden kann (z. B. Kinderbett, Aufbewahrungsmöbel, Badewannen und Ständer usw.), gelten weitere maßgebende Europäische Normen.
Die Wickeleinrichtung kann zusammenklappbar und mit einer Kinderbadewanne oder weiteren zusätzlichen Zubehörteilen ausgestattet sein.
Articles de puériculture - Dispositifs à langer et matelas à langer à usage domestique - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Le présent document spécifie les exigences de sécurité et les méthodes d’essai applicables aux dispositifs à langer, aux matelas à langer et aux accessoires de dispositif à langer destinés à un usage domestique.
Le présent document traite uniquement de la fonction de l’article considéré en tant que “dispositif à langer”. Si l’article peut être converti ou utilisé pour une autre fonction (par exemple lit pour bébé, meuble de rangement, baignoire avec support, etc.), d’autres Normes européennes pertinentes s’appliquent.
Le dispositif à langer peut être pliable et peut être équipé d’une baignoire pour enfant ou d’autres accessoires.
Izdelki za otroke - Previjalne mize in blazine za domačo uporabo - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
Ta dokument določa varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode za previjalne enote, previjalne podloge in dodatke za previjalne enote za domačo uporabo.
Ta dokument zajema samo funkcijo predmeta kot previjalne enote. Če je mogoče predmet pretvoriti ali uporabiti za drugo funkcijo (npr. posteljice, pohištvo za shranjevanje, kadi in stojala itd.), veljajo drugi ustrezni evropski standardi.
Previjalna enota je lahko zložljiva in je lahko opremljena z otroško kadjo ali drugimi dodatnimi predmeti.
General Information
- Status
- Published In Edit
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 19-Jan-2024
- Publication Date
- 18-Jun-2026
- Technical Committee
- OTR - Child use and care article
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 10-Jun-2026
- Due Date
- 15-Aug-2026
- Completion Date
- 19-Jun-2026
- Directive
- Harmonized Standard2001/95/EC - General product safety
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2026
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
Overview
SIST EN 12221:2026 - Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for domestic use - Safety requirements and test methods is an essential European standard developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) in partnership with CEN. This standard specifies comprehensive safety requirements and test methods for changing units, changing pads, and their accessories intended for domestic use. By clarifying and harmonizing safety measures and testing protocols, SIST EN 12221:2026 supports child safety, ensures product reliability, and facilitates compliance for manufacturers and distributors across Europe.
Key Topics
- Safety Requirements: The standard sets out essential mechanical, chemical, and thermal safety criteria. It addresses hazards from small parts, sharp edges, entrapment, stability, and construction to prevent injuries to children.
- Test Methods: Detailed testing procedures are outlined, including the use of standardized test equipment and probes to assess the risk of finger, limb, or head entrapment, as well as durability and stability tests relevant to real-life use.
- Scope and Applicability: Applies to changing units, changing pads, and accessories used exclusively as changing stations in domestic settings. If products are convertible or multipurpose (e.g. cot, storage, or bathtub), other standards may also apply.
- Product Information: Requirements are given for accurate instructions, warnings, and markings to inform safe usage by caregivers.
Applications
SIST EN 12221:2026 is directly relevant to the following stakeholder groups and practical situations:
- Manufacturers: To develop compliant and market-ready child care products such as changing units, foldable changing tables, integrated bathing units, and changing pads.
- Quality Assurance & Testing Laboratories: To objectively evaluate sample products, applying harmonized test methods for certifying safety and durability.
- Retailers and Distributors: To ensure that the products offered to consumers adhere to recognized European safety standards, reducing liability and improving consumer trust.
- Parents and Caregivers: To select changing units and pads that have been tested against stringent safety criteria, ensuring daily use products are robust, stable, and free from hazardous small parts or toxic substances.
- Regulators: To reference clear criteria for market surveillance and product recall processes under child safety directives, such as the General Product Safety Directive (GPSD).
Related Standards
SIST EN 12221:2026 builds on, updates and integrates requirements from earlier European standards, unifying and modernizing safety guidance for changing units and pads. Relevant related standards include:
- EN 71-1:2014+A1:2018: Safety of toys - Mechanical and physical properties
- EN 71-2:2020: Safety of toys - Flammability
- EN 71-3:2019+A1:2021: Safety of toys - Migration of certain elements
- EN 717-1:2004: Wood-based panels - Determination of formaldehyde release
- EN 13986:2004+A1:2015: Wood-based panels for construction - Evaluation of conformity and marking
- EN ISO 14184-1:2011: Textiles - Determination of formaldehyde - Hydrolysed and free formaldehyde
- ISO 48-5:2018: Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic - Hardness determination
Practical Value
Adhering to SIST EN 12221:2026 ensures that child care articles such as changing units and pads are produced, tested, and marketed to a high standard of child safety across the European Union. The standard delivers:
- Reduced risk of accidents and injuries: Through systematic hazard identification (entrapment, falls, strangulation, etc.)
- Clear testing protocols: Enabling repeatable assessment for both manufacturers and independent laboratories
- Support for legal compliance: Helping businesses meet European regulations for childcare articles
- Transparent information for users: Promoting correct installation and safe daily operation
By following SIST EN 12221:2026, stakeholders can confidently design, produce, and select safe changing units and pads for domestic use, significantly enhancing child safety in the home.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 12221:2026 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for domestic use - Safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for changing units, changing pads and changing unit accessories for domestic use. This document only covers the function of the item as a changing unit. If the item can be converted or used for another function (e.g. cots, storage furniture, bath tubs and stands, etc.), other relevant European Standards apply. The changing unit can be foldable and can be fitted with a child bathtub or other additional items.
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for changing units, changing pads and changing unit accessories for domestic use. This document only covers the function of the item as a changing unit. If the item can be converted or used for another function (e.g. cots, storage furniture, bath tubs and stands, etc.), other relevant European Standards apply. The changing unit can be foldable and can be fitted with a child bathtub or other additional items.
SIST EN 12221:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.190 - Equipment for children. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 12221:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST EN 12221-2:2008+A1:2013, SIST EN 12221-1:2008+A1:2013, SIST EN ISO 14184-1:2011, SIST EN 71-3:2019+A2:2025, SIST EN 71-2:2021+A1:2025. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 12221:2026 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2001/95/EC, 2023/988/EU; Standardization Mandates: M/264. 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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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-julij-2026
Nadomešča:
SIST EN 12221-1:2008+A1:2013
SIST EN 12221-2:2008+A1:2013
Izdelki za otroke - Previjalne mize in blazine za domačo uporabo - Varnostne
zahteve in preskusne metode
Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for domestic use - Safety
requirements and test methods
Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder - Wickeleinheiten und Wickelauflagen für den
Hausgebrauch - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Articles de puériculture - Dispositifs à langer et matelas à langer à usage domestique -
Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 12221:2026
ICS:
97.190 Otroška oprema Equipment for children
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 12221
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2026
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.190 Supersedes EN 12221-1:2008+A1:2013,
EN 12221-2:2008+A1:2013
English Version
Child care articles - Changing units and changing pads for
domestic use - Safety requirements and test methods
Articles de puériculture - Dispositifs à langer et Artikel für Säuglinge und Kleinkinder -
matelas à langer à usage domestique - Exigences de Wickeleinheiten und Wickelauflagen für den
sécurité et méthodes d'essai Hausgebrauch - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen
und Prüfverfahren
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 February 2026.
This European Standard was corrected and reissued by the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre on 22 April 2026.
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.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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© 2026 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 12221:2026 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 5
1 Scope . 6
2 Normative references . 6
3 Terms and definitions . 6
4 Test equipment . 7
4.1 Test mass A . 7
4.2 Test mass B . 8
4.3 Small parts cylinder . 9
4.4 Feeler gauge . 9
4.5 Test probes for finger entrapment . 9
4.5.1 Test probes with hemispherical end . 9
4.5.2 Test probe for mesh . 10
4.5.3 Shape assessment probe . 11
4.6 Test probes for limb entrapment . 11
4.7 Test probes for head entrapment . 12
4.7.1 Small head probe . 12
4.7.2 Large head probe . 12
4.7.3 Template for partially bound and V shaped openings . 13
4.8 Test floor for floor standing units . 13
4.9 Test wall for wall mounted changing units . 13
4.10 Test base for bath mounted units . 13
4.11 Stops . 14
4.12 Test beam. 14
4.13 Measuring rod for test beam . 14
4.14 Side impactor . 14
4.15 Loading pad . 15
4.16 Aluminium oxide abrasive paper . 15
4.17 Test rig . 15
5 General requirements and test conditions . 16
5.1 Product conditioning . 16
5.2 Test conditions . 16
5.3 Application of forces . 16
5.4 Tolerances of the test equipment . 16
5.5 Determination of protected volume (see A.4.1) . 17
5.6 Order of tests . 18
6 Chemical hazards (see A.2) . 18
6.1 General. 18
6.2 Migration of certain elements . 18
6.3 Formaldehyde . 18
7 Thermal hazards (see A.3). 18
8 Mechanical hazards . 19
8.1 Changing pads . 19
8.2 Hazards due to inadequate size (see A.4.2) . 19
8.2.1 Requirements . 19
8.2.2 Test methods . 19
8.2.3 Measurement of width . 19
8.2.4 Measurement of the length . 20
8.3 Entrapment hazards . 20
8.3.1 Entrapment of fingers (see A.4.3.1) . 20
8.3.2 Entrapment of limbs . 21
8.3.3 Entrapment of head, neck and torso (see A.4.3.2) . 21
8.4 Hazards due to moving parts (see A.4.4) . 23
8.4.1 Requirements for compression points . 23
8.4.2 Requirements for shear points . 24
8.5 Hazards due to falling of the child (see A.4.5) . 24
8.5.1 General . 24
8.5.2 Barriers . 24
8.6 Hazards due to folding of the product (see A.4.6) . 27
8.6.1 Requirements . 27
8.6.2 Unintentional release of locking mechanism(s) . 28
8.6.3 Strength test of locking and folding system . 28
8.7 Hazards from entanglement in cords, ribbons and similar parts (see A.4.7) . 28
8.7.1 Requirements . 28
8.7.2 Test method . 29
8.8 Choking and ingestion hazard (see A.4.8) . 29
8.8.1 Requirements . 29
8.8.2 Test methods . 30
8.9 Suffocation hazards from plastic packaging (see A.4.9) . 31
8.10 Hazards from edges, corners and protruding parts (see A.4.10) . 31
8.11 Hazards from inadequate structural integrity (see A.4.11) . 32
8.11.1 Requirements . 32
8.11.2 Test methods . 32
8.12 Hazards from inadequate stability (see A.4.12) . 34
8.12.1 Requirements . 34
8.12.2 Test method for floor standing changing units . 34
8.12.3 Test method for bathtub mounted changing units . 36
8.12.4 Test method for changing unit accessories . 37
8.13 Castors and wheels . 37
8.13.1 Requirements . 37
8.13.2 Requirements for parking device . 37
8.13.3 Test methods for lockable wheels . 37
8.14 Extension elements . 38
9 Product information . 38
9.1 General . 38
9.2 Marking of the product . 39
9.2.1 General requirements . 39
9.2.2 Durability of marking . 40
9.2.3 Test method for durability of marking . 40
9.3 Purchase information . 40
9.4 Instructions for use . 41
Annex A (informative) Rationales . 43
A.1 Introduction . 43
A.2 Chemical hazards (see Clause 6) . 43
A.3 Thermal hazards (see Clause 7) . 43
A.4 Mechanical hazards (see Clause 8) . 43
Bibliography . 47
European foreword
This document (EN 12221:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 252 “Child use and
care articles”, the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2026, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by March 2027.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 12221-1:2008+A1:2013 and EN 12221-2:2008+A1:2013.
In comparison with EN 12221-1:2008+A1:2013 and EN 12221-2:2008+A1:2013, the significant
technical changes relate to the following topics:
a) adoption of the hazard based format;
b) unification of the two parts in one single document;
c) inclusion of changing pads and changing unit accessories;
d) update of terms and definitions;
e) update of chemical hazards;
f) update of thermal hazards;
g) general update of the mechanical requirements to the state of the art;
h) addition of requirements for accessibility filling materials;
i) addition of durability requirements;
j) modification of product information and addition of specific symbols;
k) addition of rationales.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia,
Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland,
Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North
Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the United
Kingdom.
1 Scope
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for changing units, changing pads and
changing unit accessories for domestic use.
This document only covers the function of the item as a changing unit. If the item can be converted or
used for another function (e.g. cots, storage furniture, bath tubs and stands, etc.), other relevant European
Standards apply.
The changing unit can be foldable and can be fitted with a child bathtub or other additional items.
2 Normative references
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.
EN 71-2:2020+A1:2025, Safety of toys — Part 2: Flammability
EN 71-3:2019+A2:2024, Safety of toys — Part 3: Migration of certain elements
EN ISO 14184-1:2011, Textiles — Determination of formaldehyde — Part 1: Free and hydrolysed
formaldehyde (water extraction method) (ISO 14184-1:2011)
ISO 48-4:2018, Rubber, vulcanized or thermoplastic — Determination of hardness — Part 4: Indentation
hardness by durometer method (Shore hardness)
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
changing unit
elevated structure designed to support a child in a lying position for the purpose of allowing a caregiver
to clean and/or change the child
3.2
bathtub mounted changing unit
changing unit intended to be mounted on an adult household bathtub
3.3
wall mounted changing unit
non-standalone changing unit intended to be attached to a wall, with or without support legs
Note 1 to entry: A floor standing changing unit for which the manufacturer recommends an additional fixation to a
wall is not considered to be a wall mounted changing unit
3.4
changing board flap
changing surface that is movable or removable for storage purposes or to provide access to another
function, e.g. a bathtub
3.5
changing pad
pad with side barriers specifically designed for the purpose of changing the child
Note 1 to entry: Flat mats and similar items without barriers intended only to offer hygienic protection or comfort
during changing are not included in the definition.
Note 2 to entry: Outer rims of a pad are considered as barriers if the thickness of the rim is greater than the
thickness of the changing surface.
3.6
changing unit accessory
accessory that attaches to a cot, crib or playpen designed to enable the combination to be used as a
changing unit
3.7
locking mechanism
assembly of components consisting of one or more locking device(s) and one or more operating device(s)
3.8
locking device
mechanical component that maintains part(s) of the item erected in the position of use (e.g. latch(es),
hooks, over centre lock.) which could be deactivated or activated by action(s) on the operating device
3.9
operating device
part of the locking mechanism(s) designed to be activated by the carer through one or several positive
action(s)
3.10
protected volume
volume accessible by the child (occupant) when lying on the changing area, where specific safety
requirements are necessary
4 Test equipment
4.1 Test mass A
Test mass A is a rigid cylinder (160 ± 5) mm in diameter and (300 ± 5) mm in height, having a mass of
+01,
9 kg and with its centre of gravity in the centre of the cylinder. All edges shall have a radius of (5 ± 1)
mm (see Figure 1).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 radius: (5 ± 1) mm
Figure 1 — Test mass A
4.2 Test mass B
Test mass B is a rigid cylinder (200 ± 5) mm in diameter and (300 ± 5) mm in height, having a mass of
+01,
15 kg and with its centre of gravity in the centre of the cylinder. All edges shall have a radius of (5 ± 1)
mm (see Figure 2).
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 radius: (5 ± 1) mm
Figure 2 — Test mass B
4.3 Small parts cylinder
Small parts cylinder for the assessment of small components, having dimensions in accordance with
Figure 3.
Dimension in millimetres
Figure 3 — Small parts cylinder
4.4 Feeler gauge
Gauge with a thickness of (0,4 ± 0,02) mm and an insertion edge radius of (3 ± 0,5) mm (see Figure 4).
Dimensions in millimetres
Figure 4 — Feeler gauge
4.5 Test probes for finger entrapment
4.5.1 Test probes with hemispherical end
Probes made from plastic or other hard, smooth material, that can be mounted on a force-measuring
0 +01,
device, with diameters mm and 12 mm and a full hemispherical end and a line ascribed around
−01, 0
the circumference at 10mm from the hemispherical end, see Figure 5.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
Probe type 7 mm probe 12 mm probe
+01,
Diameter ØA 7
−01,
Radius RB Half of diameter A Half of diameter A
1 Line ascribed around circumference showing depth of penetration
Figure 5 — Test probes with hemispherical end
4.5.2 Test probe for mesh
Mesh probe made from plastic or other hard, smooth material as shown in Figure 6.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
Probe type mesh probe
mm
Diameter ØA 7
−01,
5,6 mm
Diameter ØB
−01,
Radius RB half of diameter B
Figure 6 — Test probe for mesh
4.5.3 Shape assessment probe
Probe made from plastic or other hard, smooth material with the dimensions shown in Figure 7.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
A front view
B top view
C side view
D 3D view
Figure 7 — Shape assessment probe
4.6 Test probes for limb entrapment
+01,
Probes made from plastic or other hard, smooth material of diameters 25 mm and 45 mm with a
−01, 0
conical end that can be mounted on a force-measuring device, see Figure 8.
Key
Probe type 25 mm probe 45 mm probe
+01,
25 mm
Diameter ØA
45 mm
−01,
Figure 8 — Test probes with conical end
4.7 Test probes for head entrapment
4.7.1 Small head probe
Probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 9.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 handle
Figure 9 — Small head probe
4.7.2 Large head probe
Cylindrical probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 10.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 handle
Figure 10 — Large head probe
4.7.3 Template for partially bound and V shaped openings
Probe made of hard and smooth material with dimensions as shown in Figure 11.
Dimensions in millimetres
a) Front view b) Side view
Key
A “A” portion of the probe
B “B” portion of the probe
B1 Shoulder section, either 25 mm or 45 mm dimension is acceptable
Figure 11 — Template for partially bound and V shaped openings
4.8 Test floor for floor standing units
The test floor shall be horizontal, rigid, flat and smooth.
4.9 Test wall for wall mounted changing units
The test wall shall be vertical, rigid, flat and smooth.
4.10 Test base for bath mounted units
Test base for bath mounted units represents the upper bath wall section made of hard and smooth
material with dimensions in accordance with Figure 12. The profiles shall be fixed parallel to the distance
equal to the minimum bath dimension recommended by the manufacturer.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 inside
2 outside
Figure 12 — Cross section; bath test base, right side
4.11 Stops
Stops to prevent the article from sliding but not tilting, not higher than 12 mm except in cases where the
design of the item necessitates the use of higher stops, in which case the lowest that will prevent the item
from moving shall be used.
4.12 Test beam
Test beam with a width of 80 mm, a length of 1 100 mm and a mass of 1,75 kg ± 0,03 kg. The test beam
shall have holes with a diameter of 8 (+ 0,2/0) mm, drilled through its 80 mm wide face and
symmetrically placed about its centre point.
There shall be pairs of holes with distances between the centre points of the two holes equal to: 372 mm,
492mm, 642 mm. An additional hole is required at the centre point of the test beam.
NOTE The distances between the centre points of the pair of holes are equal to the minimum length and width
specified in 8.2.1, minus 8 mm, in such a way that the distance between the furthest points of two holes is equal to
the minimum length and width specified in 8.2.1.
4.13 Measuring rod for test beam
Measuring rod of 8 (−0,2/0) mm diameter with an adjustable collar and its lower end hemispherical. The
total mass of one measuring rod and collar shall be (0,12 ± 0,01) kg.
4.14 Side impactor
A pendulum with a cylindrical head made of steel (Figure 13). The head of the pendulum shall be
surrounded by a 10 mm thick layer of rubber of hardness (77 ± 5) Shore A in accordance with
ISO 48-4:2018. The total mass shall be 2 kg.
Dimensions in millimetres
Key
1 pivot point
2 centre of gravity
3 rubber (77 ± 5) Shore A
Figure 13 — Side impactor
4.15 Loading pad
A rigid cylindrical object, 100 mm in diameter, having a smooth hard surface and rounded edge, with
radius of 12 mm.
4.16 Aluminium oxide abrasive paper
Aluminium oxide abrasive paper, 80 grit (P80).
4.17 Test rig
A rigid flat surface made of any suitable material, having dimensions greater than the dimensions of the
changing pad to be tested, with at least one rigid barrier adjustable to the height recommended in the
manufacturer's instructions.
5 General requirements and test conditions
5.1 Product conditioning
The sample for testing shall be stored in indoor ambient conditions for at least 24 h prior to testing.
Before testing, any fabrics used shall be cleaned or washed and dried twice in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
5.2 Test conditions
The tests shall be carried out in ambient conditions of (21 ± 6) °C.
The product shall be tested as delivered. The product shall be assembled according to the instructions
supplied with the unit. If the product can be assembled or combined in different ways, the most onerous
combinations shall be used for each test. All fittings shall be tightened in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions and shall not be retightened throughout the test procedure.
5.3 Application of forces
The tests are described in terms of the application of forces. Masses can however be used. The
relationship 10 N = 1 kg may be used for this purpose.
The forces in the static load tests shall be applied sufficiently slowly to ensure that negligible dynamic
force is applied.
The forces in the durability tests shall be applied at a rate to ensure that excessive heating does not occur.
Unless otherwise specified, the test forces may be applied by any suitable device which does not
adversely affect the results.
5.4 Tolerances of the test equipment
Unless otherwise stated, the tolerance of the test equipment shall be:
— Forces: ±5 % of the nominal force;
— Masses: ±0,5 % of the nominal mass;
— Dimensions: ±1 mm;
— Angles: ±0,5°;
— Time: ±1 s;
— Positioning of loading pads: ±5 mm;
5.5 Determination of protected volume (see A.4.1)
The protected volume is the space contained within 550 mm above the changing area and within 200 mm
around the changing area measured horizontally from the inner side of the barriers at their base or from
the upper edge of the changing area on a side where there is no barrier (see Figure 14a, Figure 14b and
Figure 14c).
Dimensions in millimetres
a) Top view
b) Front view
c) Side view
Figure 14 — Protected volume
5.6 Order of tests
Unless otherwise stated in the test methods, the tests shall be carried out on the same product in the
order listed in this standard.
6 Chemical hazards (see A.2)
6.1 General
If testing is required, a separate unconditioned sample shall be used for the tests in Clause 6.
NOTE A list of relevant EU legislation can be found in the Bibliography.
6.2 Migration of certain elements
The migration of elements from materials on surfaces within the protected volume shall not exceed the
limits defined in EN 71-3:2019+A2:2024.
When testing is performed, the method specified in EN 71-3:2019+A2:2024 shall be used.
6.3 Formaldehyde
Textile components within the protected volume shall not contain free and hydrolysed formaldehyde in
excess of 30 mg/kg.
When testing is performed, the method specified in EN ISO 14184-1:2011 shall be used.
7 Thermal hazards (see A.3)
The sample shall be prepared in accordance with Clause 5.4.1.1 and 5.4.1.2 of EN 71-2:2020+A1:2025.
Textiles, coated textile supports, and plastic coverings should not have surface flash when tested in
accordance with EN 71-2:2020+A1:2025, 5.5. Textiles, coated textile supports, and plastic coverings
showing no sudden area of flame over the area remote from the test flame are considered to meet this
requirement.
Textiles, coated textile supports, and plastic coverings should have a maximum rate of spread of flame of
50 mm/s when tested in accordance with EN 71-2:2020+A1:2025, 5.4.2, 5.4.3, 5.4.4, 5.4.5 and 5.4.6.
The term “soft-filled toys” in the referenced clauses shall be substituted by “the childcare article under
test”.
A separate sample, conditioned according to 5.1, can be used for these tests.
8 Mechanical hazards
8.1 Changing pads
Changing pads intended to be used on a defined list of changing unit(s) shall be tested in conjunction with
the compatible changing unit(s).
For changing pads intended to be used on non-specified changing units, the applicable clauses of Clause 8
are 8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9, 8.10.
For changing pads not intended to be used on any changing unit nor on an elevated surface, the applicable
clauses of Clause 8 are 8.3, 8.4, 8.7, 8.8, 8.9, 8.10.
8.2 Hazards due to inadequate size (see A.4.2)
8.2.1 Requirements
The minimum dimensions of the changing area, when measured in accordance with 8.2.2 shall be
according to Table 1:
Table 1 — Minimum dimensions of the changing area
Changing unit type Width Length
Changing unit 380 mm 650 mm
Changing unit accessory 380 mm 500 mm
The length of the changing area is the intended longitudinal position of the child on the unit.
The width of the changing area is the measurement perpendicular to the length.
8.2.2 Test methods
8.2.3 Measurement of width
Position the changing unit on the relevant base (see 4.8, 4.9, 4.10) or attach the changing unit accessory
to the product it is intended to be used with.
Measure the width in the middle of the flat area; if the width is greater than the minimum required, then
the width requirement is met.
If not, place the test beam (see 4.12) in the middle and across the width of the changing area (as shown
in Figure 15). Place a measurement rod (see 4.13) through the central hole of the test beam so that it rests
on the top of the changing surface. h is the distance that the measuring rod protrudes below the underside
of the test beam. Place two measuring rods, adjusted to extend one third of h below the underside of the
test beam, through the relevant holes in the test beam.
If the collars on these two measuring rods rest on the upper surface of the test beam and the rods are
within the space enclosed by the barriers, then the width requirement is met.
Key
1 minimum width
Figure 15 — Method of measurement of the width
8.2.4 Measurement of the length
Measure the length in the middle of the flat area; if the length is greater than the minimum required, the
length requirement is met.
If not, measure the length of the changing area in the middle of the flat area by the same procedure as
specified for the measurement of width in 8.2.3, except that the relevant holes for the minimum length
shall be used.
If the vertical projections of the rods are within the area of the changing units and the collars rest on the
upper surface of the test beam then the length requirement is met.
8.3 Entrapment hazards
8.3.1 Entrapment of fingers (see A.4.3.1)
8.3.1.1 Requirements
When tested in accordance with 8.3.1.2, there shall be no completely bounded openings in rigid materials,
within the protected volume, that let the 7 mm probe (see 4.5.1) go through unless the depth of
penetration is less than 10 mm or unless the shape assessment probe (see 4.5.3) enters.
When tested in accordance with 8.3.1.2, there shall be no openings in mesh, within the protected volume,
that allow the test probe for mesh (see 4.5.2) to penetrate to the 7 mm diameter section.
The test shall be carried out with the product in any intended position of use.
8.3.1.2 Test methods
Check whether the 7 mm probe (see 4.5.1), with an applied force of up to 30 N, enters 10 mm or more
into any accessible completely bounded opening in any possible orientation.
If the 7 mm probe enters 10 mm or more, then the shape assessment probe (see 4.5.3) shall also enter
10 mm or more with an applied force of up to 5 N.
Check whether the test probe for mesh (see 4.5.2), with an applied force of up to 30 N, penetrates
accessible openings in mesh up to the 7 mm diameter section.
8.3.2 Entrapment of limbs
8.3.2.1 Requirements
When tested in accordance with 8.3.2.2, there shall be no gaps and openings in rigid materials, within the
protected volume, that let the 25 mm probe (see 4.6) go through unless the 45 mm probe (see 4.6) enters.
8.3.2.2 Test methods
Check whether the 25 mm probe (see 4.6), with an applied force of up to 30 N, enters with the full
diameter into any accessible gap or opening in any possible orientation.
If the 25 mm probe enters, then the 45 mm probe (see 4.6) shall also enter with the full diameter with an
applied force of up to 5 N.
8.3.3 Entrapment of head, neck and torso (see A.4.3.2)
8.3.3.1 Requirements
When tested in accordance with 8.3.3.2.1, openings with the lowest point higher than 600 mm above the
floor that allow the passage of the small head probe (4.7.1), shall also allow the passage of the large head
probe (4.7.2).
Partially bound, V and irregular shaped openings with the lowest point higher than 200 mm above the
floor that allow the passage of small head probe shall be constructed so that:
a) portion B of the template (see 4.7.3) does not enter the opening when tested in accordance with
8.3.3.2.2, see Figure 16 and Figure 17; or
b) if a) fails, the apex of portion A of the template (see 4.7.3) contacts the base of the opening when
tested in accordance with 8.3.3.2.2, see Figure 18.
8.3.3.2 Test methods
8.3.3.2.1 Head first openings
Push the small head probe (see 4.7.1) with an applied force of up to 30 N into the opening. If the small
head probe passes completely through the opening, then the large head probe (see 4.7.2) shall pass
completely through the opening with a force of up to 5 N. The probes shall be inserted along the
longitudinal axis of the probe. If openings contain V or irregular shaped openings, these shall be assessed
in accordance with 8.3.3.2.2.
8.3.3.2.2 Partially bound, V and irregular shaped openings
Position the ‘B’ portion of the test template (see 4.7.3) between and perpendicular to the boundaries of
the opening, as shown in Figure 16 or Figure 17, as appropriate. If the full thickness of the template
cannot be inserted there is no hazard (Key 1 and 2 of Figure 16 and Key 1 of Figure 17).
If the test template can be inserted to a depth greater than the thickness of the template (45 mm) (Key 3
and 4 of Figure 16 and Key 2 of Figure 17), apply the ‘A’ portion of the test template, so that its centre line
is in line with the centre line of the opening. Ensure that the plane of the test template is parallel and
applied in line with the opening, as shown in Figure 18. Insert the test template along the centre line of
the opening until its motion is arrested by contact with the boundaries of the opening. If the template
touches the bottom of the opening there is no hazard (Key 1 of Figure 18), but if the sides of the template
touch the side of the opening there is a hazard (Key 2 of Figure 18).
Key
1 PASS
2 PASS
3 continue with the test
4 continue with the test
Figure 16 — Method of insertion of portion B
Key
1 PASS
2 continue with the test
Figure 17 — Method of insertion of portion B
Key
1 PASS
2 FAIL
Figure 18 — Method of insertion of portion A
8.4 Hazards due to moving parts (see A.4.4)
8.4.1 Requirements for compression points
After the product has been set up for use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, there shall
be no accessible compression points, within the protected volume, which can close to less than 12 mm
unless they are always less than 5 mm, as the result of:
a) the movement of the product; or
b) the movement of body weight by the child using the product; or
c) the application of an external force (either unintentionally by the carer, or by a powered mechanism).
Movement due to elasticity of materials shall not be considered as compression hazard.
The area of contact between the changing pad / changing unit accessory and the surface on which the
changing pad / changing unit accessory is attached is excluded from this requirement.
8.4.2 Requirements for shear points
After the product has been set up for use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, there shall
be no accessible shear points, within the protected volume, which can close to less than 12 mm, as the
result of:
a) the movement of the product; or
b) the movement of body weight by the child using the product; or
c) the application of an external force (either unintentionally by the carer, or by a powered mechanism).
Movement due to elasticity of materials or play in mechanical parts shall not be considered as a shearing
hazard.
The area of contact between the changing pad / changing unit accessory and the surface on which the
changing pad / changing unit accessory is attached is excluded from this requirement.
8.5 Hazards due to falling of the child (see A.4.5)
8.5.1 General
The product shall not be fitted with any means to restrain the child (e.g. harness system or belts).
No toy(s) or toy bar shall be fitted or provided for the product. In case of multifunctional products, this
requirement applies only to the changing unit function.
8.5.2 Barriers
8.5.2.1 Requirements
8.5.2.1.1 Dimensional requirements
Barriers shall be provided as an integral part of the changing unit / changing pad / changing unit
accessory or by means of an additional item, e.g. barrier pad that can be affixed to the changing unit.
a) If w is greater than l and greater than 600 mm, then the changing area shall have barriers on at least
three sides of the changing area covering at least 75 % of l (see Figure 19), when measured in
accordance with 8.5.2.2.1;
b) If l is greater than w, the changing area shall have barriers on at least two sides of the changing area
covering at least 90 % of l (see Figure 20), when measured in accordance with 8.5.2.2.1.
Where w is the width of the changing area (see 8.2.1) and l is the length of the changing area (see 8.2.1).
For wall-mounted units, the wall is to be considered as a barrier for this side.
8.5.2.1.2 Performance re
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