SIST EN 50566:2018

Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body

This product standard applies to wireless communication devices used at distances up to and including 200 mm from the human body, i.e. when held in the hand or in front of the face, mounted on the body, combined with other transmitting or non-transmitting devices or accessories (e.g. belt-clip, camera or Bluetooth add-on), or integrated into garments. The applicable frequency range is from 30 MHz to 6 GHz.
The objective of this standard is to demonstrate the compliance of such devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic fields.
For devices used next to the ear the applicable product standard is EN 50360:2017 [1].
For low power devices the applicable product standard is EN 50663:2017 [2].

Produktnorm zum Nachweis der Übereinstimmung von hochfrequenten Feldern von handgehaltenen und am Körper getragenen schnurlosen Kommunikationsgeräten, die durch die Allgemeinbevölkerung verwendet werden (30 MHz bis 6 GHz)

Norme de produit pour démontrer la conformité des dispositifs de communication sans fil aux restrictions de base et aux valeurs limites d'exposition relatives à l'exposition des personnes aux champs électromagnétiques dans la plage de fréquences de 30 MHz à 6 GHz: dispositifs tenus à la main ou portés à proximité immédiate du corps humain

La présente norme de produit s’applique aux dispositifs de communication sans fil utilisés à des distances allant jusqu'à 200 mm du corps humain, c'est-à-dire lorsqu'ils sont tenus à la main ou devant le visage, montés sur le corps, combinés à d'autres dispositifs ou accessoires d’émission ou non (accrochés à la ceinture, appareil photo ou module Bluetooth) ou incorporés dans les vêtements. La plage de fréquences applicable s'étend de 30 MHz à 6 GHz.
La présente norme a pour objet de démontrer la conformité des dispositifs concernés aux restrictions de base et aux valeurs limites d'exposition relatives à l'exposition des personnes aux champs électromagnétiques radiofréquences.
La norme de produit applicable aux dispositifs utilisés à proximité de l'oreille est l'EN 50360:2017 [1].
La norme de produit applicable aux dispositifs de faible puissance est l'EN 50663:2017 [2].

Produktni standard za prikaz skladnosti brezžičnih komunikacijskih naprav z osnovnimi ali izvedenimi mejnimi vrednostmi v povezavi z izpostavljenostjo prebivalstva elektromagnetnim sevanjem v frekvenčnem območju od 30 MHz do 6 GHz: ročne in na telo pripete naprave, ki se uporabljajo v bližini telesa

Ta standard za proizvode se uporablja za brezžične komunikacijske naprave, ki se uporabljajo na razdalji največ 200 mm od telesa, tj. pri držanju v roki ali zraven obraza, so pritrjene na telo v kombinaciji z drugimi prenosnimi ali stacionarnimi napravami ali pripomočki (npr. sponka za pas, kamera ali dodatek Bluetooth) ali so vdelane v oblačila. Uporablja se frekvenčni razpon od 30 MHz do 6 GHz.
Namen tega standarda je, da prikaže skladnost takih naprav z osnovnimi omejitvami in mejnimi vrednostmi izpostavljenosti, ki so povezane z izpostavljenostjo ljudi radiofrekvenčnemu elektromagnetnemu sevanju.
Za naprave, ki se uporabljajo ob ušesu, se uporablja standard za proizvode EN 50360:2017.
Za naprave majhnih moči se uporablja standard za proizvode prEN 50663:2016.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 10-Dec-2017
• ICS: 13.280 - Radiation protection
• ICS: 33.070.01 - Mobile services in general
• Technical Committee: INIR - Electromagnetic fields in human enviornment
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 27-Nov-2017
• Due Date: 01-Feb-2018
• Completion Date: 11-Dec-2017
• Directive: 1999/5/EC - Directive 1999/5/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity
• Directive: 2014/53/EU - Directive 2014/53/EU of The European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014 on the harmonisation of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and repealing Directive 1999/5/EC
• Mandate: M/305 - Standardization mandate addressed to CEN, CENELEC and ETSI in the field of electrotechnology, information technology and telecommunications
• Mandate: M/356 - Standardisation mandate to CEN and CENELEC for the development of an EN guidance standard concerning a staged implementation of environmental management systems (EMS)
• Mandate: M/536 - [C(2015)536] Standardisation request as regards radio equipment in support of Directive 2014/53/EU
• Ref Project: EN 50566:2017 - Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN 50566:2013/AC:2014 - Product standard to demonstrate compliance of radio frequency fields from handheld and body-mounted wireless communication devices used by the general public (30 MHz - 6 GHz)
• Effective Date: 10-Oct-2017
• Replaces: SIST EN 50566:2013 - Product standard to demonstrate compliance of radio frequency fields from handheld and body-mounted wireless communication devices used by the general public (30 MHz - 6 GHz)
• Effective Date: 10-Oct-2017
• Amended By: SIST EN 50566:2018/A2:2025 - Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2025
• Amended By: SIST EN 50566:2018/A1:2024 - Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2024
• Revised: SIST EN 50566:2013 - Product standard to demonstrate compliance of radio frequency fields from handheld and body-mounted wireless communication devices used by the general public (30 MHz - 6 GHz)
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2016
• Revised: SIST EN 50566:2013/AC:2014 - Product standard to demonstrate compliance of radio frequency fields from handheld and body-mounted wireless communication devices used by the general public (30 MHz - 6 GHz)
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2016

Overview

SIST EN 50566:2018 is a product standard issued by the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization (CLC) that defines the compliance requirements for wireless communication devices concerning human exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMF). This standard specifically applies to devices operating within the frequency range of 30 MHz to 6 GHz and designed for close proximity use (up to 200 mm) near the human body, such as hand-held devices or body-mounted electronics.

The primary objective of SIST EN 50566:2018 is to ensure that wireless communication devices meet the basic restrictions and exposure limit values for radio frequency electromagnetic fields. It addresses human safety by evaluating Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) values-the measure of energy absorbed by the human body-ensuring that devices comply with health and safety protection guidelines.

This standard complements other related standards, including:

• EN 50360:2017 for devices used next to the ear
• EN 50663:2017 for low power devices

Key Topics

• Scope and Application
  EN 50566 applies to wireless devices such as smartphones, wearable tech, Bluetooth accessories, body-worn cameras, and garment-integrated transmitters when placed within 200 mm of the body. It covers all reasonably foreseeable operating conditions, including combinations with non-transmitting devices or accessories.

• Exposure Limits
  The standard outlines normative limits based on Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC for the general public and Directive 2013/35/EU for workers. Devices must comply with localized SAR limits that are founded on recognized biological effects and health considerations.

• Assessment and Compliance
  Compliance evaluation requires SAR testing per EN 62209-2:2010, with specific measurement positions and conditions, such as body-worn device separation distances of 5 mm or less. The test uses maximum available transmission power and accounts for time-averaged power control.

• Documentation and Reporting
  Detailed reporting of test procedures, deviations from standard positions, and time-averaging rationale are mandatory. This transparency supports consistent verification of compliance and regulatory submissions.

• Safety for Users
  The standard differentiates between devices intended for the general public versus workers, applying stricter controls where necessary while requiring clear user instructions to specify intended usage conditions.

Applications

SIST EN 50566:2018 is essential for manufacturers, testing laboratories, and regulatory bodies involved with:

• Designing wireless communication devices that ensure user safety against radiofrequency EMF exposure.
• Evaluating wearable technology and body-worn communication devices such as fitness trackers, health monitors, and smart clothing.
• Certifying compliance with EU directives related to electromagnetic field exposure and market entry requirements for wireless products.
• Integrating accessories like belt clips, Bluetooth modules, or cameras that alter exposure conditions.
• Implementing safety instructions and disclaimers for worker-only devices to comply with occupational exposure regulations.

Related Standards

• EN 50360:2017 – for wireless devices used next to the ear; focusing on localized SAR limits specific to head and ear exposure.
• EN 50663:2017 – generic standard for low-power electronic equipment covering a broad range of electromagnetic field exposure (0 Hz – 300 GHz).
• EN 62209-2:2010 – test procedures and instrumentation for SAR measurement of hand-held or body-mounted devices.
• Council Recommendation 1999/519/EC – guidelines on limiting EMF exposure for the general public.
• Directive 2013/35/EU – lays down minimum health and safety requirements for workers exposed to physical agents, including electromagnetic fields.
• Directive 2014/53/EU – harmonizes the marketing and use of radio equipment in the EU, supported by EN 50566 to demonstrate compliance.

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Keywords: EN 50566, electromagnetic field exposure, wireless device compliance, Specific Absorption Rate, SAR testing, human body exposure, radio frequency, body-mounted devices, EU electromagnetic standards, CENELEC wireless safety standards, electromagnetic radiation protection.

Standards Content (Sample)

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Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless communication devices with
the basic restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to
electromagnetic fields in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and
body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body
Produktnorm zum Nachweis der Übereinstimmung von hochfrequenten Feldern von
handgehaltenen und am Körper getragenen schnurlosen Kommunikationsgeräten, die
durch die Allgemeinbevölkerung verwendet werden (30 MHz bis 6 GHz)
Norme de produit pour démontrer la conformité des dispositifs de communication sans fil
aux restrictions de base et aux valeurs limites d'exposition relatives à l'exposition des
personnes aux champs électromagnétiques dans la plage de fréquences de 30 MHz à 6
GHz: dispositifs tenus à la main ou portés à proximité immédiate du corps humain
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 50566:2017
ICS:
13.280 Varstvo pred sevanjem Radiation protection
33.070.01 Mobilni servisi na splošno Mobile services in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 50566
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
October 2017
ICS 17.240; 33.070.01 Supersedes EN 50566:2013
English Version
Product standard to demonstrate the compliance of wireless
communication devices with the basic restrictions and exposure
limit values related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields
in the frequency range from 30 MHz to 6 GHz: hand-held and
body mounted devices in close proximity to the human body
Norme de produit pour démontrer la conformité des Produktnorm zum Nachweis der Übereinstimmung von
dispositifs de communication sans fil aux restrictions de schnurlosen Kommunikationsgeräten mit den
base et aux valeurs limites d'exposition relatives à Basisgrenzwerten und Expositionsgrenzwerten für die
l'exposition des personnes aux champs électromagnétiques Exposition von Personen gegenüber elektromagnetischen
dans la plage de fréquences de 30 MHz à 6 GHz: dispositifs Feldern im Frequenzbereich von 30 MHz bis 6 GHz: In
tenus à la main ou portés à proximité immédiate du corps enger Nachbarschaft zum menschlichen Körper
humain handgehaltene und am Körper getragene Geräte
This European Standard was approved by CENELEC on 2017-07-24. CENELEC 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 CENELEC 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 CENELEC member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the
same status as the official versions.
CENELEC members are the national electrotechnical committees of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic,
Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, Turkey and the United Kingdom.

European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization
Comité Européen de Normalisation Electrotechnique
Europäisches Komitee für Elektrotechnische Normung
CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Avenue Marnix 17, B-1000 Brussels
© 2017 CENELEC All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CENELEC Members.
Ref. No. EN 50566:2017 E
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Exposure conditions . 5
5 Normative limits . 5
6 Evaluation of compliance . 5
7 Assessment uncertainty . 6
8 Documentation . 6
9 Assessment of compliance . 6
Annex ZZ (informative) Relationship between this European standard and the essential
requirements of Directive 2014/53/EU [2014 OJ L153] aimed to be covered . 7
Bibliography . 8

European foreword
This document (EN 50566:2017) has been prepared by CLC/TC 106X “Electromagnetic fields in the
human environment”.
The following dates are fixed:
• latest date by which this document has to be (dop) 2018-07-24
implemented at national level by publication of an
identical national standard or by endorsement
• latest date by which the national standards conflicting (dow) 2020-07-24
with this document have to be withdrawn
This document supersedes EN 50566:2013.
1) the standard requires that the assessment has to take into account all reasonably foreseeable
operating conditions (Clause 4);
2) the standard covers equipment intended for use only by workers as well as equipment intended
for use by the general public and different limits are given for each case (Clause 5).
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CENELEC by the European Commission
and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For the relationship with EU Directive(s) see informative Annex ZZ, which is an integral part of this
document.
1 Scope
This product standard applies to wireless communication devices used at distances up to and
including 200 mm from the human body, i.e. when held in the hand or in front of the face, mounted on
the body, combined with other transmitting or non-transmitting devices or accessories (e.g. belt-clip,
camera or Bluetooth add-on), or integrated into garments. The applicable frequency range is from
30 MHz to 6 GHz.
The objective of this standard is to demonstrate the compliance of such devices with the basic
restrictions and exposure limit values related to human exposure to radio frequency electromagnetic
fields.
For devices used next to the ear the applicable product standard is EN 50360:2017 [1].
For low power devices the applicable product standard is EN 50663:2017 [2].
2 Normative references
The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and are
indispensable for its application. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 62209-2:20
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