EN 17409:2020

Surfaces for sports areas - Code of practice for the sampling of performance infills used within synthetic turf surfaces EN 17409:2020

Publication date:   Jun 16, 2020

Scope

This document specifies the minimum procedures for the sampling of performance infills used within synthetic turf surfaces to verify compliance with toxicology, environmental and performance regulations and standards.
Four sampling procedures are specified:
Method 1 specifies how to take samples during production of the infill material.
Method 2 specifies how to take samples from big bags delivered to site.
Method 3 specifies how to take samples from small bags delivered to site.
Method 4 specifies a procedure for taking samples from a synthetic turf (e.g. sports, recreational or landscaping surface).
The procedures specified are suitable for all forms of infill.