NA 042

DIN Standards Committee Timber and Furniture

Project

Industry work chair - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods

Abstract

This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for height-adjustable swiveling industry work chairs. It is applicable to industrial work chairs used in commercial settings, such as production, assembly, manufacturing, cleanrooms, laboratories, and areas where electrostatic discharge (ESD) poses an increased risk. It is not applicable to standing aids, stools, or chairs used in offices or households. The test requirements in Annex A are based on eight hours of daily use by persons weighing up to 110 kg. Additional loads, masses, and cycles for functional tests are specified in Annex B.

Begin

2025-05-09

Planned document number

DIN 68877-2

Project number

04201265

Responsible national committee

NA 042-05-19 AA - Requirements for office furniture, mirror committee CEN/TC 207/WG 3, ISO/TC 136/WG 1 und WG 2  

draft standard

Industry work chair - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods
2026-05
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previous edition(s)

Industry work chair - Part 2: Safety requirements and test methods
2016-05

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