Aids and adaptation for moving (ICS code(s): 11.180.10)

Draft of Egyptian standard for " Assistive products for walking manipulated by both arms — Requirements and test methods — Part 1: Walking frames" (34 page(s), in English)

This draft of Egyptian standard specifies requirements and test methods for walking frames used as assistive products for walking, manipulated by both arms, without accessories, unless specified in the particular test procedure. This document also gives requirements relating to safety, ergonomics, performance and information supplied by the manufacturer, including marking and labelling.

The requirements and tests are based on everyday use of walking frames as assistive products for walking for a maximum user mass as specified by the manufacturer. This document includes walking frames specified for a user mass of no less than 35 kg. Worth mentioning is that this Draft standard adopts the technical content of ISO 11199-1:2021.