EN 1466:2004

Child care articles - Carry cots and stands - Safety requirements and test methods EN 1466:2004

Publication date:   Jul 30, 2004

Scope

This European Standard specifies safety requirements and test methods for products which are intended for the purpose of carrying a child in a lying position by means of handle(s) and for stands which may be used in conjunction with these products.
These products are intended for a child who cannot sit unaided, roll over or push up on its hands and knees. Hereafter, in this European Standard these articles are called "carry cots" and include all types of carry cots with rigid or soft sides as well as moses baskets and any similar articles. Any other functions of the product shall comply with relevant European standards.
The safety requirements specified in this European Standard are intended to assure that the carrying and sleeping functions do not present hazards to the child when the product is used in a normal way taking into account the foreseeable behaviour of the child.
This European Standard is not applicable to car seats and reclining cradles.
This European Standard has not considered the requirements of children with special needs.

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