1、Designation: F 2056 00Standard Safety and Performance Specification forSoccer Goals1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F 2056; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in
2、parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.INTRODUCTIONThere are approximately 225 000 to 500 000 soccer goals in the United States. Many of these soccergoals are unsafe because they are improperly d
3、esigned, manufactured, or installed (unstable and areeither unanchored or not properly anchored or counter-balanced). These soccer goals pose anunnecessary risk of tipover to children who climb on goals (or nets) or hang from the crossbar.The CPSC knows of four deaths in 1990 alone and at least 21 d
4、eaths during the past 16 years(1979-1994) associated with movable soccer goals. In addition, an estimated 120 injuries involvingfalling goals were treated each year in U.S. hospital emergency rooms during the period 1989 through1993. Many of the serious incidents occurred when the soccer goals tippe
5、d over onto the victim.Almost all of the goals involved in these tipovers appeared to be homemade by high school shopclasses, custodial members, or local welders, not professionally manufactured. These homemade goalsare often very heavy and unstable.The majority of movable soccer goals are construct
6、ed of metal, typically weighing 150 to 500 lb.The serious injuries and deaths are a result of blunt force trauma to the head, neck, chest, and limbsof the victims. In most cases this occurred when the goal tipped or was accidentally tipped onto thevictim. In one case an 8-year-old child was fatally
7、injured when the movable soccer goal he wasclimbing tipped over and struck him on the head. In another case, a 20-year-old male died from amassive head trauma when he pulled a goal down on himself while attempting to do chin-ups. In athird case, while attempting to tighten a net to its goal post, th
8、e victims father lifted the back base ofthe goal causing it to tip over striking his 3-year-old child on the head, causing a fatal injury.High winds can also cause movable soccer goals to fall over. For example, a 9-year-old was fatallyinjured when a goal was tipped over by a gust of wind. In anothe
9、r incident, a 19-year-old goaliesuffered stress fractures to both legs when the soccer goal was blown on top of her.1. Scope1.1 This standard specifies safety and performance require-ments aimed at providing for safer use of soccer goals andreducing injuries and fatalities.1.2 This standard applies
10、to soccer goals for training andcompetition in outdoor sports facilities and indoor arenas.1.3 This standard addresses the risk of accidental tipover orpullover of soccer goals.1.4 This standard is based upon safety and design require-ments listed in EN 748.1.5 This standard applies only to goals wh
11、ose inside mea-surements are 612 to 8 ft high and 18 to 24 ft wide.1.6 This standard replaces PS 7599.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F 1148 Consumer Safety Performance Specification forHome Playground Equipment2.2 ANSI Standard:3ANSI Z535.4 Guidelines for the Design and Safety Signsand L
12、abels for Application to Products2.3 EN Standard:1This safety and performance specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTMCommittee F15 on Consumer Products and is the direct responsibility of Subcom-mittee F15.43 on Soccer Goal Safety.Current edition approved October 10, 2000. Published November
13、 2000.2For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.3Available from American National Standards Institute,
14、11 W. 42nd St., 13thFloor, New York, NY 10036.1Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959, United States.EN 748 Playing Field EquipmentFootball GoalsRequirements and Test Methods Including Safety3. Terminology3.1 Definitions:3.1.1 movable goal,
15、 nany freestanding soccer goal de-signed to be moved from field to field or on and off a fieldbefore, during, or after a practice or a game.3.1.2 permanent goal, nany goal fixed by concrete orother material to ground, with or without net supports.3.1.3 semipermanent goal, nany goal designed to beins
16、erted into a ground sleeve and thereby able to be taken fromthe field during the off-season.4. Material4.1 The goal frame may be made of any material, providedthe requirements of this standard are fulfilled.4.2 All materials related to the construction of the goalframes (net excluded) shall be desig
17、ned to maintain theirintegrity for outdoor use for a minimum period of five yearswith proper maintenance or following manufacturers sug-gested maintenance schedule.4.2.1 Design,4.2.2 Goal frameThe uprights and the crossbar shall havethe same cross section.4.2.3 Ground sleeves for semipermanent goalT
18、he groundsleeves shall be adapted to the diameter of the poles.4.2.3.1 The ground sleeves shall be designed to be set inconcrete or concrete blocks, ensuring a drainage hole isinserted.5. Safety Requirements5.1 General RequirementsIf one of the following require-ments (5.1.1, 5.1.2,or5.1.3) is met,
19、the goal shall be incompliance with this standard and no further testing or labelingare required.5.1.1 If the goal, when released in the forward and reversedirections from its tipover point of no return, impacts a lowprofile load button as described in 5.1.1.1-5.1.1.3 with a forceof less than 40 lbf
20、.45.1.1.1 The load button shall be a low profile compressiononly button.55.1.1.2 The load button shall be mounted on and testingshall be performed on a hard, flat, level test surface such asconcrete or asphalt.5.1.1.3 The load button shall have a measuring capacity ofup to 100 lb.5.1.2 If the goal i
21、ncluding all attachments, such as net,weighs less than 60 lb.5.1.2.1 The goal shall be weighed using a commerciallyavailable scale.5.1.2.2 The goal shall be weighed together with any and allattachments that will be used with the goal to include, but notbe limited to, nets, stakes, net ties, etc.5.1.
22、3 If the goal, when resting forward on its crossbar at itsmidpoint at a distance of 12 in. from the field surface (see Fig.1) exerts a static load of less than 60 lb. Tests to be conductedinclude all attachments such as net, stakes, net ties, etc.,5.1.3.1 The goal shall be weighed using a commercial
23、lyavailable scale.5.1.3.2 The goal shall be weighed together with any and allattachments that will be used with the goal to include, but notbe limited to, nets, stakes, net ties, etc.5.2 Goal Frame:5.2.1 All exposed corners and edges shall be rounded witha radius of at least 0.12 in. (3 mm).5.2.2 Th
24、ere shall be no free space for pinchpoints betweenthe uprights and the ground frame at the point where theground frame meets upright.5.2.3 The cross section of the side parts of the ground frameshall not extend outside of the uprights at the point where theground frame meets upright.5.3 Strength:5.3
25、.1 Permanent, semipermanent, and movable goals shouldbe tested for strength.5.3.2 When tested in accordance with 6.2, the crossbar shallneither fracture nor collapse.5.4 Stability:5.4.1 Movable soccer goals shall be tested for stability.5.4.2 Goals are to be set up in the same manner as outlinedin t
26、he manufacturers instructions including anchoring and/orstaking and tested in accordance with 6.3.5.4.3 During and following testing done in accordance with6.3, the goal shall neither tilt over nor refuse to return to itsoriginal vertical position.5.5 Net Attachments/AnchorNet attachment shall bestr
27、ong enough to hold net in place during play.6. Test Methods6.1 General:6.1.1 If not otherwise specified in the following, the require-ments are tested by measuring and/or visual inspection.6.1.2 Tests are to be conducted at 50 to 90 F.6.2 Determination of Strength (for Semipermanent, Perma-nent, and
28、 Movable Goals):6.2.1 The goal is to be installed (restrained) per manufac-turers instructions.6.2.2 Apply a downward static force of 396 lb (1800 N) atthe center of the crossbar for 1 min +10, 0 s.6.2.3 Note any fracture or other damage to the goal.6.3 Determination of Stability (for Semipermanent
29、andMovable Goals Only):6.3.1 Movable goalsApply a horizontal pull force of 242lb (1100 N) at the top of the front and center of the crossbar for1 min +10, 0 s.6.3.1.1 Determine if the unit tilts over or does not return toits original position.6.3.2 Semipermanent GoalsMust be tested individually inac
30、cordance with 6.3.1 and 6.3.1.1 after installation.4This method of test and criteria was selected by the subcommittee (followinga great degree of discussion) as the best method for deleting goals that create a lesseror no hazard due to their light weight.5Such as the LBC or LBO Series by Transducer
31、Techniques (43178 BusinessPark Drive, Temecula, CA 92590, 1-800-344-3965, http:/), orequivalent.F20560027. Assembly Instruction7.1 The manufacturer shall provide written instructions forassembly and installation.7.2 It shall be pointed out in the instructions that any goalswhen not in use shall be s
32、ecured against overturning.8. Warning Labels8.1 A permanent warning label(s) shall be fixed to the goal.The label(s) shall include:8.1.1 This goal is not to be stored or used on a slope or hillarea.8.1.2 The label shall have the word WARNING in brightorange meeting ANSI Z535.4 with respect to color
33、and heightof letters.8.1.3 Check to insure that all fastenings are fully tightenedbefore using this product.8.1.4 Check fastenings periodically afterwards.8.1.5 The goal shall be secured against tilting at all times.8.1.6 Do not climb on the net or framework.8.1.7 Appropriate example graphical symbo
34、ls are shown inFig. 29. Safety Instructions9.1 Safety instructions shall be provided with each unit.9.2 Safety instructions shall include, at least, the following:9.2.1 Check for structural integrity and proper connectinghardware before every use. Replace damaged or missing partsor fasteners immedia
35、tely.9.2.2 Ensure safety/warning labels are clearly visible(placed under the crossbar and on the sides of the down-postsat eye level).FIG. 1 Requirements for 5.1.3F20560039.3 Securely anchor or counterweight movable soccer goalsat ALL times.9.4 Always instruct players, managers, coaches, trainers,te
36、achers, maintenance and all other personnel who might comeinto contact with the goal on the safe handling of and potentialdangers associated with movable soccer goals.9.5 Always exercise extreme caution when moving goalsand allow adequate manpower to move goals of varied sizesand weights. Movable so
37、ccer goals should only be moved byauthorized and trained personnel.9.6 NEVER allow anyone to climb on the net or goalframework.9.7 Movable soccer goals should only be used on LEVELfields, NEVER on a slope or hill area.9.8 Remove nets when goals are not in use.9.9 Most of the tipover injuries occurre
38、d when goals wereunattended. Anchor or chain one goal to another, to itself in afolded down position, or to nearby fence posts, dugouts, or anyother similar sturdy fixture when not in use. If this is notpractical, store movable soccer goals in a place where childrencannot have access to them.9.10 Fu
39、lly disassemble goals for seasonal storage.10. Marking10.1 Goals shall be marked with the following information:10.1.1 Meets Safety and Performance Specification F 2056.10.1.2 The name or trademark of the manufacturer, retailer,or importer manufacturing the frame.11. Keywords11.1 soccer goalsFIG. 2
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