BS EN 12503-1:2013

What is BS EN 12503-1 – Safety requirements for gymnastic mats about?  

BS EN 12503-1 is the first part of the multi-series European standard that specifies safety requirements (including performance requirements) for 8 types of gymnastic mats used in school, training and competition. 

The performance and safety values cover shock absorption, anti-slip characteristics of the base and top friction characteristics of the surface. 

Who is BS EN 12503-1 – Safety requirements for gymnastic mats for? 

BS EN 12503-1 on Safety requirements for gymnastic mats is useful for: 

• Gymnastics arena 
• Gymnastic mats manufacturers  
• Sports regulators  

Why should you use BS EN 12503-1 – Safety requirements for gymnastic mats?  

Gymnastic is a fast-paced sport with rapid moments and high action. There is a high chance of injury if the gymnastic mats on which the athletes perform are of inferior quality. 

BS EN 12503-1 gives you guidance on the safety requirements for gymnastic mats. That will allow you to improve the quality of gymnastic mats. 

BS EN 12503-1 aid you on the marking instructions to be printed on the gymnastic mats. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 12503-1 supersedes BS EN 12503-1:2001 which is withdrawn. 

In relation to EN 12503-1:2001, the following main amendments have been made: 

• Peak deceleration for type 3 in Table 2 has been modified 
• Annex B (informative) has been introduced