BS EN 12227 is a European standard that discusses safety playpens and folding playpens. BS EN 12227 specifies the safety requirements and test methods for playpens and folding playpens for domestic use, for a child with a bodyweight up to 15 kg.
If a playpen has several functions or can be converted into another function, it shall comply with the relevant standards.
BS EN 12227 on safety requirements and test methods for playpens is useful for:
A playpen gives you a safe space to keep your child while you answer the door, catch up on a little housework, or get yourself ready for work.
Playpens are made for children and should not harm or injure the child. BS EN 12227 provides test methods and safety requirements that can be followed while manufacturing the children’s playpen. This will ensure that the playpen adheres to the regulatory standards, and that is safe for use.
BS EN 12227 provides safety requirements while designing or manufacturing processes. This will ensure that the children's playpen produced would not cause any injury.
Manufacturers will be able to provide risk assessment reports containing information describing the types of hazards, the severity of the hazards, and any other knowledge regarding the harm that could happen to the users.
EN 12227:2010