ASTM F1912-98(2009)

Standard Specification for Safety of Bean Bag Chairs
standard by ASTM International, 04/01/2009

Category: ASTM

1.1 This specification is intended to reduce choking and suffocation hazard(s) associated with bean bag chairs.

1.2 This specification covers bean bag chairs with and without zippers.

1.3 This specification covers two types of bean bag chairs:

1.3.1 Those designed to be refilled, and

1.3.2 Those designed with permanent closures and not intended to be refilled.

1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.