1、Designation: F2006 10F2006 17Standard Safety Specification forWindow Fall Prevention Devices for Non-Emergency Escape(Egress) and Rescue (Ingress) Windows1,2This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2006; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adopt
2、ion or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.INTRODUCTIONThe consumer safety specification addresses window fall prevention device
3、s that protect againstpotential falls by children age five and under through open windows not designated for emergencyescape or rescue in installations more than 75 ft (23 m) above ground level in multiple family dwellingbuildings since windows at these heights are beyond the reach of rescue ladders
4、 currently in use.Window fall prevention devices currently available include window opening control devices, windowWindow Opening Control Devices (WOCDs), window fall prevention screens, and some types ofwindow guards. These devices use different strategies to prevent children from falling through o
5、penwindows. Window opening control devices restrict the size of the open area of the window so that itis too small for a young child to fall through. They do this by allowing the window opening to be setat a predetermined position. Window fall prevention screens and fall prevention window guardsprov
6、ide a barrier to prevent a child from falling through an open window. This safety specificationdoesis not apply tointended for devices applied to windows installed in one and two family dwellings.A special study3 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission indicates that young childrenare at high
7、 risk of death and serious injury from window falls. Children age five and younger accountfor a higher percentage of window fall fatalities and injuries.4Security from forced entry is not within the scope of this safety specification and is not the intendedfunction of any of the devices referred to
8、herein. Window fall prevention devices usually differ inpurpose and application from security/burglar bars. The general purpose of a window fall preventiondevice is to prevent a child age five or younger from falling through an open window. The generalpurpose of a security bar is to prevent unlawful
9、 entry through a window. Generally window fallprevention devices and security bars are two separate devices. However, a security bar could be usedas a fall prevention device if it meets the requirements of this safety specification.The CPSC has advised caregivers to open windows less than 4 in. when
10、 children are present as onemeans to prevent child falls through open windows. Window opening control devices provide a meansthat the window, when opened in an initial operation, will satisfy the CPSC recommendation to openless than 4 in.The 4-in. dimension is drawn from related building codes and s
11、tandards for openings inguardrail assemblies,5 and is universally accepted as the appropriate dimension to prevent a child frompassing through balcony or guard railing systems. An additional operation is required to open thewindow further. The additional operation must be performed without the use o
12、f keys, tools or specialknowledge. Security from Window opening control devices provide a means that the window, whenopened in an initial operation, will satisfy the CPSC recommendation to open less than 41 This safety specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F15 and is the direct r
13、esponsibility of Subcommittee F15.38 on Window Fall Prevention.Current edition approved March 15, 2010Nov. 1, 2017. Published April 2010November 2017. Originally approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 20082010as F2006 08.F2006 10. DOI: 10.1520/F2006-10.10.1520/F2006-17.2 This standard r
14、eplaces former ProvisonalProvisional Safety Specification PS 112.3 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, special window falls study conducted in 1991.4 U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, special window falls study conducted in 1991 and “Window Safety: Data and Patterns Related to Entrapment
15、s andAccidental Falls from Windows,” prepared by Anderson Corporation.Supporting data have been filed at ASTM International Headquarters and may be obtained by requesting Research Report RR:F15-1002.5 See NFPA 101, 2006 Edition Section 7.2.2.4.5.3. Also see Section R312.21015.8 Guard opening limitat
16、ions in the 20062015 International ResidentialBuilding Code(IRC).(IBC).This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version. Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depi
17、ct all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 194
18、28-2959. United States1in.forced6entry is not within the scope of this standard and is not the intended function of any of thedevices referred to herein.Window Opening Control Devices (WOCDs) are not covered by this safety specification to avoidconfusion with devices under the scope of Specification
19、 F2006 for non-emergency escape and rescueopenings versus devices under the scope of Specification F2090 where the devices have releasemechanisms for emergency escape and rescue openings. WOCDs are a term to be used solely fordevices that comply with Specification F2090 in which the devices are rele
20、asable for sash operationto allow escape and rescue from an emergency.1. Scope1.1 This safety specification establishes requirements for devices intended to address the risk of injury and death associated withaccidental falls through open windows by children five years old and younger.NOTE 1This saf
21、ety specification is not intended to meet the unique requirements of Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA).1.2 This safety specification applies only to window fall prevention devices, including window opening control devices,window window fall prevention screens, and fall prevention window guards t
22、hat are to be used on windows that are not intendedfor escape (egress) and rescue (ingress).NOTE 2Specification F2090 addresses window fall prevention devices (releasable) (releasable), including window opening control devices(WOCD(s) for windows intended for emergency escape and rescue and any othe
23、r window not covered by this safety specification.1.3 This safety specification applies only to devices intended to be applied to windows installed at heights of more than 75 ft7(23 m) above ground level in multiple family dwelling buildings. This safety specification is not intended to apply to win
24、dowsbelow 75 ft (23 m) because all windows below 75 ft (23 m) that are operable could be used as a possible secondary means ofescape.8NOTE 3Users of this safety specification should consult local authorities for other requirements that may apply to the use or installation, or both, ofproducts covere
25、d by this safety specification.1.4 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematicalconversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.1.5 This standard does not purport to address all sa
26、fety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of theuser of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and to determine theapplicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.1.6 This international standard was develope
27、d in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardizationestablished in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issuedby the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.2. Referenced Documents2
28、.1 ASTM Standards:9F1487 Consumer Safety Performance Specification for Playground Equipment for Public UseF2090 Specification for Window Fall Prevention Devices With Emergency Escape (Egress) Release Mechanisms2.2 Code of Federal Regulations:1016 CFR 1201 Safety Standard for Architectural Glazing Ma
29、terials16 CFR 1500.53 Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children Over 36But Not Over 96 Months of Age, (f)(3) Testing Procedure16 CFR 1508.6 (b) Requirements for Full-Size Baby Cribs2.3 ANSI Standard:11ANSI Z97.1-1984 Z97.1 Safety Glazing Materi
30、als Used in Buildings Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test(Tempered Glass Impact Test)ANSI Z535.4 American National Standard for Product Safety Signs and LabelsANSI Z535.6 Product Safety Instructions in Product Manuals, Instructions and Other Collateral MaterialsANSI/BHMA A156.9 Ame
31、rican National Standard for Cabinet Hardware6 Consumer Product Safety Commission, “Preventing Window Falls,” Document #5124.7 1994 Uniform Building Code Handbook, Sec. 1807. (a) and 2000 International Building CodeSection 403.1 (January 2000; Published Feb. 1, 2000) Specialprovisions for Group B and
32、 R1.8 This is the intended application of the specification unless otherwise required by applicable building code.9 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the
33、 standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.10 Available from U.S. Government Printing Office Superintendent of Documents, 732 N. Capitol St., NW, Mail Stop: SDE, Washington, DC 20401, http:/www.access.gpo.gov.11 Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4
34、th Floor, New York, NY 10036, http:/www.ansi.org.F2006 172ANSI/SMA 1201-20021201 Specification for Insect Screens for Windows, Sliding Doors and Swinging Doors2.4 AAMA Standards:12AAMA/SDMA/CSA101/IS.2/A440-08 NorthAmerican Fenestration Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors and SkylightsAAMA 902
35、 Voluntary Specification for Sash Balances3. Terminology3.1 Definitions of Terms:3.1.1 aftermarket, adjreferring to a product or device that is manufactured separately from a window but is intended to be usedin conjunction with a window. For purposes of this standard, such a device is intended to be
36、 attached to or near a window or itsframe in order to prevent a young child from passing or falling through the window when the window is opened.3.1.2 emergency escape (egress) and rescue (ingress) window, na window intended for emergency escape (egress) and rescue(ingress) during an emergency situa
37、tion such as fire, gas leak, etc., as defined by the prevailing applicable building and fire codes.3.1.3 fall prevention window guard, na device designed to fit into or onto a window to prevent a child from passing or fallingthrough an open window. Typically mounted on the interior frame of the wind
38、ow and includes side frames fastened to the sidesof a window frame and a plurality of spaced-apart, transverse, tubular, width-adjustable crosspiece elements to form a grid patternbetween the side supports to prevent passage of a child.3.1.4 window, nan opening constructed in a wall or a roof to adm
39、it light or air or both to any enclosure.3.1.5 window fall, na fall through an open window.3.1.6 window fall prevention device, nany device intended to prevent a young child from passing or falling through an openwindow. Such a device may be an integral part of a window, or may be attached to the wi
40、ndow, its frame, or the area around thewindow after the window has been installed.3.1.7 window fall prevention screen, na screen device designed to fit into or onto a window to prevent a child from passingor falling through an open window. Typically mounted on the exterior surface/frame of a sliding
41、 style window and on the interiorof a cranking style window and includes screening mesh or material and attachment mechanism(s) of sufficient strength to meetthe performance requirements of this standard while preventing passage of a child.3.1.8 window opening control device, device (WOCD), na devic
42、e that limits a window sash to be opened with normaloperation of the sash such as to prohibit the free passage of a 4.0-in. (102-mm) diameter rigid sphere12 at the lowest openingportion of the window opening, with a release mechanism that shall allow the sash to be opened to a larger opening area su
43、ch asthat required for emergency escape and rescue, and that automatically resets when the window sash is fully closed.3.1.8.1 controlled open position, nmaximum open position of a window sash, when the window opening control device(s) isengaged, that prohibits the free passage of a 4-in. (102-mm) d
44、iameter rigid sphere.4. General RequirementsWINDOW FALL PREVENTION SCREEN AND FALL PREVENTION WINDOW GUARD DEVICES4.1 Window fall prevention screen or fall prevention window guard devices shall be constructed so as to prohibit the freepassage of a 4.0 in. (102 mm) diameter rigid sphere12 anywhere in
45、 the window opening (as required by applicable codes for thatjurisdiction), during or after testing as specified in 8.1 through 8.3, when the window fall prevention device is installed inaccordance with the manufacturers instructions.4.2 The distance between window fall prevention screen or fall pre
46、vention window guard device structural members orcomponents after all testing is conducted shall not exceed 4.0 in. (102 mm) when a 60 lbf13 (267 N) direct force is applied inaccordance with the test method according to 8.2.4.3 Window fall prevention screen or fall prevention window guard devices sh
47、all be free of sharp projections and edges.4.4 Window fall prevention screen or fall prevention window guard devices shall not interfere with the operation, function orperformance of the window to applicable standards, and shall not violate light, ventilation, and emergency escape and rescuerequirem
48、ents of the applicable building code.4.5 Each window fall prevention screen or fall prevention window guard device shall be sold with installation instructions andsafety information included in the packaging for each device.4.6 Installation instructions shall include the statement that a copy of the
49、 safety information shall be provided to the owner ofthe building in which the device is installed and to the occupant in the dwelling where the device is installed (or is to be installed).12 Available from American Architectural Manufacturers Association, 1827 Walden Office Square Suite 550 Schaumburg, IL 60173, http:/www.aamanet.org.12 CPSC Publication 362, “Safety Barrier Guidelines for Home Pools” and New Jersey Community Affairs Division of Codes and Standards, Cite 27 N.M.R. 3150,Subchapter 27, Child-Protection Window Guards 5:10 27.4 Specificat
