Certification mark for barrier-free accessibility
Scope:
The certification mark applies to playground equipment
Basis of certification:
The test procedure developed by TÜV SÜD is based on various standards including
DIN 33942-1 (Barrier-free accessible playground equipment – safety requirements and test methods) and EN 1176 (Playground equipment and surfacing).
Key words of the certification mark:
Barrier-free
DIN 33942
EN 1176
Production Monitored
Periodic surveillance of the manufacture of a product constitutes the basic premise for certification which includes the award of a certification mark. Certification always requires product testing and regular factory inspections.
As a third-party expert organisation, TÜV SÜD verifies that the manufacturer is able to maintain consistent quality in line with the requirements throughout high-volume production and has established the necessary quality system, including incoming goods inspections, lists of materials and final product check.
In addition, calibration of the necessary measuring and monitoring equipment must be ensured. Surveillance and/or monitoring covers the testing of safety-critical components and other materials used. If unauthorised changes are made to the product, the certificate will be withdrawn and the TÜV SÜD certification mark may no longer be used.