ASTM F1169-03

ASTM F1169-03 - 10.8.2003

1. Scope

1.1 This consumer safety specification establishes performance requirements and test procedures to determine the structural integrity of cribs. It also contains design requirements addressing entanglement on crib corner post extensions, and requirements for warning labels and instructional material.

1.2 No crib produced after the approval date of this consumer safety specification shall, either by label or other means, indicate compliance with this specification unless it conforms to all requirements contained herein.

1.3 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 7, of this specification:This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

16 CFR 1303	Ban of Lead-Containing Paint and Certain Consumer Products Bearing Lead-Containing Paint
16 CFR 1501	Method for Identifying Toys and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children Under Three Years of Age Which Present Choking, Aspiration or Ingestion Hazards Because of Small Parts
16 CFR 1500.44	Method for Determining Extremely Flammable & Flammable Solids
D3359-23	Standard Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
16 CFR 1500.3	Definitions
F2388-21	Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Baby Changing Products for Domestic Use
16 CFR 1500.48	Technical requirements for Determining a Sharp Point in Toys or Other Articles Intended for Use by Children Under Eight Years of Age
16 CFR 1500.49	Technical Requirements for Determining a Sharp Metal or Glass Edge in Toys or Other Articles Intended for Use by Children Under Eight Years of Age
16 CFR 1500.50–.52	Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children
F963-23	Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety