BS EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019

What is BS EN 527-2- Workstation set up about? 

BS EN 527-2 specifies the safety, strength, and durability requirements of work tables and desks for office tasks. 

Note: BS EN 527-2 does not apply to other tables in the office area. 

Who is BS EN 527-2-Workstation set up for?  

BS EN 527-2 on office furniture - work tables apply for: 

• Quality control department  
• Furniture manufacturers 
• End Users 

 Why should you use B BS EN 527-2- Workstation set up? 

BS EN 527-2 helps safe workstation setup seeks to prevent injuries that will reduce the risk of employees suffering from ill health and to keep employees' body posture in a neutral position to reduce pain and strain. 

BS EN 527-2 provides the strength and durability characteristics test, to help ensure that their products maintain their integrity. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 527-2:2016+A1:2019 supersedes BS EN 5272:2016, which is withdrawn. 

In comparison with the previous edition, the following technical modifications have been made: 

• Test sequence and parameters are included 
• Suppression of A-deviation 
• Addition of example of calculation for stiffness of the structure