GB/T 18029.8-2024 Active
GB/T 18029.8-2024 Wheelchairs—Part 8:Requirements and test methods for static,impact and fatigue strengths
Abstract
This document specifies the requirements for the static strength, impact strength, and fatigue strength of wheelchairs (including electric mobility scooters), and describes the corresponding test methods to determine whether the tested wheelchairs meet the above requirements. This document also stipulates the requirements for publishing test results.
The above test methods can also be used to verify the indicators set by manufacturers that exceed the minimum requirements of this document.
This document applies to manual wheelchairs intended for indoor and outdoor mobility for people with disabilities, operated by passengers, and cared for by caregivers, as well as indoor and outdoor electric wheelchairs.
Note 1: In this document, manual wheelchairs and electric wheelchairs (including electric mobility scooters) are simply referred to as wheelchairs.
Note 2: Some provisions of this document can also serve as the basis for extended requirements and test methods for wheelchairs not covered by this document.
General Product Information
| Document Type | National standards |
|---|---|
| Standard Status | Active |
| Standard Code | GB/T 18029.8-2024 |
| CCS | Bicycle |
| ICS | Sports equipment and its compatibility |
| Implement Date | 2024-10-01 |