BS EN 62841-4-2:2019

What is BS EN 62841-4-2-Safety requirements for hedge trimmers about? 

BS EN 62841-4-2 is a standard that covers safety requirements for hedge trimmers, ensuring the safety and protection of machines and users in case of hazards or malfunction. 

BS EN 62841-4-2 applies to hand-held hedge trimmers, which are designed for use by one operator for trimming hedges and bushes, including extended-reach hedge trimmers with a maximum length of 3.5 m. 

Note: BS EN 62841-4-2 does not apply to:

• Hedge trimmers with a rotating blade 
• Scissors with a rotating blade 

Who is BS EN 62841-4-2-Safety requirements for hedge trimmers for? 

BS EN 62841-4-2 on safety requirements for hedge trimmers applies to: 

• Manufacturers of hedge trimmers 
• Dealers and importers of hedge trimmers 
• Testing houses and labs for hand-held tools 
• Quality assessment services 

Why should you use BS EN 62841-4-2-Safety requirements for hedge trimmers? 

Hedge trimmers or bush trimmers are gardening machines that are used to trim hedges or single bushes. Hedgerows, shrubs, and bushes that are not regularly pruned and trimmed can grow quickly and create a mess in the landscape. Hedge trimmers come in a variety of designs, as well as manual and powered models.  

BS EN 62841-4-2 provides you guidance on danger, warning, safety and security markings, including keeping hands away from the blade, exposure to rain, head protection and extended reach for hedge trimmers, enabling you to deliver information for the safety of users and professionals. 

BS EN 62841-4-2 provides you guidance on heating, resistance to heat and fire, moisture resistance, resistance to rusting, overload protection that ensures the safety, operability and longevity of hedge trimmers.