Safety of machinery - Pressure-sensitive protective devices - Part 1: General principles for design and testing of pressure-sensitive mats and pressure-sensitive floors
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ISO 13856-1:2013 is a standard that establishes principles for the design and testing of pressure-sensitive mats and floors. These devices are used as protective measures to ensure the safety of individuals near machinery. The standard specifies minimum safety requirements for the performance, marking, and documentation of these devices.
This standard applies to pressure-sensitive mats and floors activated by the feet, regardless of the energy source used (electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical). It is designed to detect individuals weighing more than 35 kg and individuals weighing more than 20 kg, including children. However, it does not apply to the detection of persons weighing less than 20 kg.
ISO 13856-1:2013 does not provide specific dimensions or configurations for the effective sensing area of pressure-sensitive mats or floors, as these may vary depending on the application. It also does not determine when these devices are appropriate for a particular situation or specify performance levels for safety-related parts of control systems, other than the minimum required level.
The standard offers guidance to machinery manufacturers and users to ensure proper implementation and arrangement of pressure-sensitive mats and floors to guarantee adequate safety measures.
| Edition | 2 |
| ICS Codes | 13.110 - Safety of machinery |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 880.6 KB |
