1、raising standards worldwideNO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAWBSI Standards PublicationTextiles Safety of childrensclothing Guidance on the use of EN 14682:2007 Cords and drawstrings on childrensclothing SpecificationsPD CEN/TR 16446:2012National forewordThis Publi
2、shed Document is the UK implementation of CEN/TR 16446:2012. The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted to Technical CommitteeTCI/66, Apparel and interior textiles.A list of organizations represented on this committee can be obtained on request to its secretary.This publication does not p
3、urport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correct application. The British Standards Institution 2013.Published by BSI Standards Limited 2013.ISBN 978 0 580 71869 4 ICS 61.020; 97.190Compliance with a British Standard cannot confer immunity from lega
4、l obligations.This Published Document was published under the authority of the Standards Policy and Strategy Committee on 31 January 2013.Amendments issued since publicationAmd. No. Date Text affectedPUBLISHED DOCUMENTPD CEN/TR 16446:2012TECHNICAL REPORT RAPPORT TECHNIQUE TECHNISCHER BERICHT CEN/TR
5、16446 December 2012 ICS 61.020; 97.190 English Version Textiles - Safety of childrens clothing - Guidance on the use of EN 14682:2007 Cords and drawstrings on childrens clothing - Specifications Textiles - Scurit des vtements denfants - Guide sur lutilisation de lEN 14682:2007 Cordons et cordons cou
6、lissants sur les vtements denfants - Spcifications Textilien - Sicherheit von Kinderbekleidung - Anleitung zur Anwendung von EN 14682:2007 Kordeln und Zugbnder an Kinderbekleidung - Anforderungen This Technical Report was approved by CEN on 8 October 2012. It has been drawn up by the Technical Commi
7、ttee CEN/TC 248. CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherland
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9、on in any form and by any means reserved worldwide for CEN national Members. Ref. No. CEN/TR 16446:2012: EPD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 2 Contents Page Foreword 31 Scope 42 Requests for further clarification .43 Common questions and answers in relation to the clarification of EN 14682:20
10、07 .4PD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 3 Foreword This document (CEN/TR 16446:2012) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 248 “Textiles and textile products”, the secretariat of which is held by BSI. Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document m
11、ay be the subject of patent rights. CEN and/or CENELEC shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. EN 14682:2004 Safety of Childrens Clothing Cords and drawstrings on Childrens Clothing Specification was developed in response to European Commission Mandate M 309, and
12、 harmonized under the General Product Safety Directive in July 2007. However, noting industry comments on EN 14682:2004, a revision was commenced in 2005, published in 2007, and harmonized in March 2011. An EU Commission report on the adoption of EN 14682 was commissioned in 2008. The report highlig
13、hted the need for additional guidance for industry and market surveillance authorities to explain the technical aspect of garment design and manufacture. Childrens clothing, like adult clothing, is highly fashionable, resulting in changing garment styles. The aim of this Technical Report is to assis
14、t all stakeholders in this fast changing and inventive industry. At the time of development, a revision of EN 14682:2007 is in progress, and once this is published this Technical Report may be withdrawn. PD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 4 1 Scope This Technical Report has been written to he
15、lp all users of EN 14682:2007 with the understanding of garment styling and the harmonized standard. The Technical Report is in Question and Answer format. All the garments mentioned are examples of frequently asked questions raised by the clothing industry or market surveillance authorities. The re
16、sponses have been reviewed and agreed upon by CEN/TC 248/WG 20. 2 Requests for further clarification A request for further clarification via a guidance document may be submitted by a CEN member body through its national committee. The requests are channelled to WG 20 which deals with the request. A
17、request for help may lead to: a) a clarification of the standard; b) a no-action required; that is no clarification or amendment to the standard currently required c) a proposal for an amendment of the standard. (In the short-term pending publication of the revised EN 14682:2007, it may be necessary
18、 to provide additional information.) 3 Common questions and answers in relation to the clarification of EN 14682:2007 3.1 Questions concerning the scope 3.1.1 Why are hoods on garments not considered by this standard? The mandate M 309 provided by the EU Commission for the development of EN 14682 wa
19、s in relation to entrapment of children by cords and drawstrings on garments. A hood is neither a drawstring nor a cord. Hoods are therefore outside the scope of the standard. Nevertheless, the working group actively requested the assistance of CEN/TC 248 members and authorities for information conc
20、erning entrapment of children caused by hoods attached to garments, with the intention of developing a standard if necessary. Over a 5-year period, no data was identified where the hood had resulted in the entrapment. There were accidents involving garments with hoods, however the hood had not been
21、the cause of the entrapment. CEN/TC 248 concluded that there was no evidence to support the need for a safety standard dealing with hazards associated with entrapment of children by hoods on garments. Action: No action required. 3.1.2 Why are disguise costumes listed in scope of EN 14682? Disguise c
22、ostumes, dressing up and carnival clothes worn by children for play should meet the Toys Safety Directive and the requirements described in EN 71, Safety of Toys. In addition, garments should meet the requirements of EN 14682 and EN 71. Garments worn for party wear are subject to the same safety req
23、uirements as normal clothing, because children are likely to be unsupervised. Action: Annex C “Rationale“ in revised EN 14682 to be improved. PD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 5 3.1.3 Why are boots and shoes with long laces, and child use articles such as bibs not in the scope? These items a
24、re not within the scope of products of CEN/TC 248 Textiles and Textile Products. It is for the respective technical experts of footwear and child-use and care articles to assess. Action: Explanation of rationale for exclusions to be included in revision of EN 14682. 3.1.4 Are gloves joined by a cord
25、 such as those worn by young children to prevent loss of gloves a hazard? Gloves are not in the scope of the standard. The General Product Safety Directive applies and a risk assessment should be carried out to assess if the cord is a hazard. Action: No action required. 3.1.5 Why are braces (suspend
26、ers) outside the scope of EN 14682? Braces (suspenders) are used to hold a garment up, for example trousers or a skirt, and are therefore close-fitting to the wearer, so there is no hazard of strangulation, or entrapment in a moving vehicle. NOTE Between 2007 and 2010 there was a fashion to wear bra
27、ces off the shoulder, and hanging from the waist area. This fashion was not and could not have been anticipated during the development of EN 14682:2007. This style of wearing is not acceptable for childrens clothing, as the long loops created by the braces present a risk of entrapment in a moving ve
28、hicle. Action: No action required. 3.1.6 Why are religious clothes not in the scope? Certain religious groups wear under garments of religious significance. These garments are worn all the time and have been worn for many years. The long cords on these undergarments are usually worn concealed, so th
29、ere is very limited probability of an entrapment hazard. Published accident data has not attributed entrapment accidents to these types of garments, so these garments are therefore outside the scope. Action: Annex C “Rationale“ in revised EN 14682 to be improved. 3.1.7 Are swim suits, bikinis and bo
30、ard shorts considered to be specialist sportswear? No. These garments are worn for play, often for long periods and when children are relatively unsupervised. The kinds of activities might include use of climbing frames, slides, etc. and so swimsuits, bikinis and board shorts are covered by the prov
31、isions of the standard. Specialist sportswear is the kind of garment worn for limited periods for participation in training or competition sport activities. Action: Improved explanation for rationale for exclusions to be included in the revision of EN 14682. 3.1.8 Are bags sold with the garment excl
32、uded from the scope? Yes, co-ordinating bags are considered to be accessories not part of the garment. To meet the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive, bags should have a safety risk assessment. Action: No action required. PD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 6 3.2 Questions co
33、ncerning terms and definitions What is a three dimensional (3D) embellishment? A three dimensional embellishment is any decorative item attached to a cord that is thicker than the cord itself. NOTE Thin materials such as plastic sleeving (bootlace ends) which are not thicker than the cord itself are
34、 not considered three dimensional embellishments. Generally, thin textile materials which are not thicker than the cord itself will not create a hazard. Action: To be clarified in the revision of EN 14682. 3.3 Questions concerning requirements 3.3.1 How should decorations near the end of the decorat
35、ive cords or functional cord be considered? The three-dimensional embellishment at any point of the cord may present a hazard of entrapment and therefore a full risk assessment should be carried out Action: No action required. 3.3.2 Elastic cords with free ends are not permitted in hood and neck are
36、a. What is the rationale? Elastic cords with free ends or protruding loops may snap back into the face if pulled, resulting in eye, facial or neck injury especially if a toggle is present. Action: Annex C “Rationale“ in revised EN 14682 to be improved. 3.3.3 Are hood extensions used to fasten a hood
37、 considered as adjusting tabs and therefore subject to requirements of subclauses 3.2.2 and 3.4.2? No, the hood extension as illustrated in Figure 1 is integral to the hood and does not present any more risk than the hood itself. Action: No action required. Figure 1 Example of a hood extension PD CE
38、N/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 7 3.3.4 Shoulder straps and halter neck styles are kinds of functional cords. May these be made of elastic materials? Yes. Shoulder straps which have no free ends will never have ends which can “snap“ back on the wearers face. Those straps with free ends will not
39、 be long enough to present a hazard. Action: No action required. 3.3.5 Is it acceptable for bikinis with no free ends to use a halter neck clasp? Yes. The closing mechanism at the end of the cord (halter neck garment) should not be considered as an entrapment hazard because the cord sits close to th
40、e body. Action: No action required. 3.3.6 Is it acceptable to have shoulder straps or halter neck straps which may be adjusted by means of a ring and slider mechanism Yes, provided the loop is flat and close to the body. As the loop is adjustable it will be of variable length. Action: To be addresse
41、d in the revision of EN 14682. 3.3.7 Dungarees have shoulder straps. Is it acceptable for these to be detachable and adjustable? Yes, provided the free ends of the straps are inside the garment Figure 2 is an example of dungarees with shoulder straps. Figure 2 Example of dungarees with shoulder stra
42、ps PD CEN/TR 16446:2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 8 Action: No action required. 3.3.8 How should tabs on the shoulder of a garment be considered? Figure 3 Example of tabs on the shoulder of a garment Tabs on the shoulder, even if decorative, should meet the same requirements as adjusting tabs Action: No
43、action required. 3.3.9 Are adjusting tabs on backs and tops of hoods acceptable? These do not appear to be mentioned in EN 14682:2007. Yes, adjusting tabs are permissible provided that the length is no more than 75 mm. Action: To be addressed in the revision of EN 14682. 3.3.10 Are loops for fasteni
44、ng garments such as a duffel coat acceptable? Yes, provided the protruding fixed loops are a maximum of 75 mm in circumference. Action: No action required. 3.3.11 Is the cord to which a toggle button is attached on a duffel coat a functional cord? Figure 4 Example of a toggle button PD CEN/TR 16446:
45、2012CEN/TR 16446:2012 (E) 9 No it is a fixed loop. Action: No action required. 3.3.12 When assessing a sash or tied belt, what is the correct method for assessing the length? With the belt or sash in place, lay the garment flat on the table with opening closed Cross the sash or tied belt as if to ti
46、e in a knot. Straighten the free ends of the sash or tied belt , and measure the length of the free ends. If the sash or tied belt is not permanently attached to the garment, adjust the lengths of the free ends to be uniform, then measure. If the sash or tied belt is permanently attached and the fre
47、e ends are not equal in length, the longest end shall be measured. Action: Improved measurement method to be added to the revision of EN 14682, Annex D. 3.3.13 Is a scarf tied around the waist of a garment acceptable? If the width of the scarf is greater than 30 mm, it should be considered as a sash
48、 or tied belt. If the width of the scarf is less than 30 mm, it should be considered as a cord or, if threaded through belt loops, as a drawstring and meet the relevant requirements. Action: No action required. 3.3.14 Is it acceptable for free ends of a sash to be shaped? Yes, provided the ends do n
49、ot present additional bulk which might lead to an entrapment hazard. When assessing the length of the sash, the measurement should be taken to the longest point of the shaped sash end. Action: No action required. 3.3.15 Are the cords on the sides of a pinafore dress to be considered as sashes or functional cords? There are two cords on both sides of the dress to tie the front and back of the dress together at the waist. The cords are more than 30 mm wide. Figure 5 Example of waist cords on a pinafore dress PD CE
