BS EN 12503-2:2016 - TC

What is BS EN 12503-2 - Pole vault and high jump mats about?  

BS EN 12503-2 discusses sports mats with a focus on pole vault and high jump mats, safety requirements. BS EN 12503-2 is the second part of the BS EN 12503 multi-series on sports mats that specifies safety requirements (including performance requirements) for 3 types of high jump and pole vault mats used in school, training, and competition.  

Who is BS EN 12503-2 - Pole vault and high jump mats for? 

BS EN 12503-2 on pole vault and high jump mats is useful for: 

• Manufacturers of sports mats 
• Suppliers of pole vault and high jump mats 
• Sports regulatory authorities  
• Sport administration 

Why should you use BS EN 12503-2 - Pole vault and high jump mats?  

Gym floor mats are used for cushioning when landing from a performance. Competition Landing Mats are recommended because they provide significant shock-absorption for gymnasts sticking landings from vault, bars, and balance beam routines. 

BS EN 12503-2 specifies performance and safety values for shock absorption of the mat and anti-slip characteristics of the base. BS EN 12503-2 discusses safety requirements, shock absorption, base friction characteristics, and marking.  

With obedience and compliance to BS EN 12503-2, you can ensure safety and build consumer confidence. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 12503-2:2016 supersedes EN 12503-2:2001, which is withdrawn. BS EN 12503-2:2016 includes some technical changes with respect to EN 12503-2:2001. 

These include: 

• The document has been editorially revised 
• Normative references have been updated 
• Table 2 regarding the shock absorption has been modified regarding Type 11