1、Designation: F3022 13Standard Test Method forEvaluating the Universal Design of Fitness Equipment forInclusive Use by Persons with Functional Limitations andImpairments1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F3022; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year ofor
2、iginal adoption 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 goal of this test method is to provide reliable and repea
3、table methods for the evaluation ofuniversally designed fitness equipment.The equipment user must recognize, however, that the standard alone will not necessarily preventinjuries. Like other physical activities, exercise involving fitness equipment involves the risk of injury,particularly if the equ
4、ipment is used improperly or not properly maintained. In addition, users withphysical limitations should seek medical advice and instruction from the fitness facility prior to usingthis equipment. Certain physical conditions or limitations may preclude some persons from using theequipment properly a
5、nd without increasing the risk of serious injury.1. Scope1.1 This test method2specifies procedures and equipmentused for testing and evaluating the accessibility of fitnessequipment for compliance to Specification F3021 design pa-rameters. Where possible and applicable, accepted test meth-ods from o
6、ther recognized bodies will be used and referenced.In case of a conflict between this document and SpecificationF3021, Specification F3021 takes precedence.1.2 This test method is to be used in conjunction withSpecification F3021.1.3 This standard is to be used as additional requirements toaddress t
7、he accessibility of the equipment for persons withdisabilities.NOTE 1Additional test methods applicable to specific pieces ofequipment, such as treadmills, bicycles, ellipticals, and strength equip-ment are currently under development.1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestanda
8、rd. The values given in parentheses are for informationonly.1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of thesafety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is theresponsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-b
9、ility of regulatory limitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:3E177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias inASTM Test MethodsE691 Practice for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study toDetermine the Precision of a Test MethodF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design an
10、d PerformanceCharacteristics of Fitness EquipmentF3021 Specification for Universal Design of Fitness Equip-ment for Inclusive Use by Persons with Functional Limi-tations and Impairments3. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsFor definitions applicable to this standardsee Specification F3021.4. Certification4.1
11、 These test methods permit self-certification. It is recom-mended that each manufacturer employ an independent labo-ratory to evaluate and validate that their designs and testprocedures conform and comply with these test methods andSpecification F3021.1This test method is under the jurisdiction of A
12、STM Committee F08 on SportsEquipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.Current edition approved June 1, 2013. Published July 2013. DOI: 10.1520/F3022-13.2This work was funded, in part, by the Rehabilitation Engineering Resear
13、chCenter on RecTech through the National Institute on Disability and RehabilitationResearch under the US Department of Education grant #H133E070029 andH133120005.3For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, orcontact ASTM Customer Service at serviceastm.org. For Annual Book
14、of ASTMStandards volume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page onthe ASTM website.Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States1NOTE 2The test methods and procedures described in Section 7should be supported by co
15、nducting user testing using subjects across arange of disabilities, impairments, and ages and those without disability onthe sample equipment.5. Sample Preparation5.1 Assemble and adjust the fitness equipment apparatus ona horizontal surface according to the manufacturers instruc-tions. Verify that
16、assembled units are done so according to themanufacturers instructions. Unless otherwise stated, the fit-ness equipment apparatus must pass the following tests withoutadjustment from this initial condition.5.2 Any equipment with a removable/movable seat shall beset up with the seat in the non-moved
17、position.5.3 The individual test methods will describe any variationsor modifications that are required to the test sample.6. Report6.1 Record of TestsMaintain complete test records and testsummary reports for all testing, whether performed by themanufacturer or an independent laboratory. The record
18、s can bestored on paper, electronically, or on photographs, or a com-bination thereof. A copy of the test summary must be kept bythe laboratory that performed the test for a minimum of fiveyears from the date of the test and by the manufacturer for aminimum of five years past the end of production o
19、f the modeltested. The summary shall include the signature of the per-son(s) performing the tests and a management representative ofthe laboratory performing the test. The test summary shallinclude the following information:6.1.1 Manufacturers name and location,6.1.2 Information provided by the manu
20、facturer to accu-rately identify the configuration of, and specific unit providedto, the testing agency,6.1.3 Dates over which the tests were conducted,6.1.4 Name and location of the testing laboratory, if differ-ent from the manufacturer, and6.1.5 Summary and results of each test performed includin
21、gmethod and apparatus used. This shall include what the desiredrequirement was and whether the test sample met that param-eter or failed. If the test requires a specific number of cycles tobe met, then the report must include the number of cyclesactually conducted. If the apparatus fails to meet a p
22、arameter,then that failure must be noted in clear and accurate terms toenable a reader of the report to understand at a later date whattranspired.7. Test Methods and Procedures7.1 General Requirements:7.1.1 Access and Set Up:7.1.1.1 Access, Egress, and TransferThis test is a visualinspection of the
23、sample to ensure that all access paths to thepiece of equipment, set in the start position, are not obstructedby the frame or other structural parts of the equipment.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5.CalibrationNo calibration required. Visual inspectiononly.Proc
24、edureInspect all access paths to verify that the pathis clear of any obstruction by the frame or other structuralparts.Pass/Fail CriteriaThe access path shall conform to theclear space requirements of subsection 5.1.1.1 of SpecificationF3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither
25、the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.1 for evaluating accesssince the test result is non-quantitative.NOTE 3Performance tests to get on/off the equipment from theperspective of a broad range of people with disabilities, including peopleusing wheelchairs or those who have functional limitations, senso
26、rydeficits, cognitive impairments, visual, or hearing impairments, or acombination thereof, is suggested. One possible method would be to usetesters with disabilities.7.1.1.2 Maximum Approach PositionsThis test is a visualinspection of the sample to ensure that access paths to the pieceof equipment,
27、 set in the start position, are available from asmany positions as possible (i.e., front, rear, left, and right).Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5.CalibrationNo calibration required. Visual inspectiononly.ProcedureInspect access paths from the front, rear, left,
28、and right of the equipment to verify that the path is clear of anyobstruction by the frame or other structural parts from as manypoints of access as possible.Pass/Fail CriteriaEquipment must be accessible andshall avoid left/right bias as specified in the requirements ofsubsection 5.1.1.2 of Specifi
29、cation F3021. There is no pass/failcriteria.Precision and BiasEquipment must be accessible andshall avoid left/right bias as specified in the requirements ofsubsection 5.1.1.2 of Specification F3021. There is no pass/failcriteria.7.1.1.3 Step-On HeightThis test is a dimensional inspec-tion of the sa
30、mple to ensure the dimensional compliance of thestep-on height.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5 in the neutral position with 0%grade/zero incline.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).Proced
31、ureMeasure the height from the floor to the top ofthe highest portion of the step-on surface/frame or top of thetransfer surface (see Fig. 1).Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the step-on heightshall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection5.1.1.3 of Specification F3021.Precision and Bias
32、No information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.3 for measuring step-onheight dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.7.1.1.4 Step-Over HeightThis test is a dimensional in-spection of the sample to ensure the dimensional compliance ofthe step-over height.Appa
33、ratus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).F3022 132ProcedureLocate the part of the structure that must bestepped over in order to use the equipment. Measure thedista
34、nce from the floor to the top of the highest step-over pointof the frame (see Fig. 2).FIG. 1 Maximum Step-on Height ExampleFIG. 2 Maximum Step-over Height ExampleF3022 133Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the step-over heightshall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection5.1.1.4 of Specifi
35、cation F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.4 for measuringstep-over height dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.7.1.1.5 Integral Surface/Separate Step HeightThis test isa dimensional inspection of the sample to ensure th
36、e dimen-sional compliance of the step-over height, with the addition ofan integral surface or separate step.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5 with an integral surface or separate stepintact.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and
37、 accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureMeasure the height of the part of the structurethat must be stepped over in order to use the equipment.Measure the distance from the surface of the integral surface orseparate step to the top of the highest step-over point of theframe (see 7.1.1.4).Pass/
38、Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the integral surfaceor separate step height shall conform to dimensional require-ments of subsection 5.1.1.5 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.5 for measuring integralsurface or separate
39、 step height dimensions since the test resultis non-quantitative.7.1.1.6 Integral Surface/Separate Step Length/WidthThistest is a dimensional inspection of the sample to ensure thedimensional compliance of the integral surface and separatestep length and width.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be
40、 set up asdescribed in Section 5 with an integral surface or separate stepintact.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureMeasure the height from the floor to the top ofthe stepping surface of the integral surface or separa
41、te step.Measure the length and width from the outer edge of thestepping surface lengthwise and the outer edge of the steppingsurface widthwise on the integral surface or separate step.Pass/Fail CriteriaMeasure the height from the floor tothe top of the stepping surface of the integral surface orsepa
42、rate step. Measure the length and width from the outeredge of the stepping surface lengthwise and the outer edge ofthe stepping surface widthwise on the integral surface orseparate step.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.6 for measuring inte
43、gralsurface and separate step length, width, and height dimensionssince the test result is non-quantitative.7.1.1.7 Integral Surfaces/Separate StepsSignificant ColorContrastPerform the color value measurement test in Section7.3.7.1.1.8 Intentional/Unintentional MovementThis test is aperformance and
44、dimensional inspection of the sample toensure that separate steps do not unintentionally move duringuse and that they have appropriate mechanisms to facilitateintentional movement.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5 on carpet for testing the ease of movingthe step
45、 and on tile or similar flooring for testing for uninten-tional movement during use.CalibrationVerify that the force measuring equipment iscalibrated and accurate to within 0.5 N (0.1 lbf) over its entirerange.ProcedureCheck for skids or wheel lock mechanism.Step on/off the step on tile or similar f
46、looring and visuallyinspect for unintentional movement during use. Pull the stepover carpet flooring and measure the pull force.Pass/Fail CriteriaThe step unintentional/intentionalmovement shall conform to performance requirements ofsubsection 5.1.1.8 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo info
47、rmation is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.8 for evaluating andmeasuring step unintentional/intentional movement since thetest result is non-quantitative.7.1.1.9 Walk Through Structure Clear AreaThis test is aperformance inspection of the sample to ensure the dimen-sional c
48、ompliance of walk through structure height.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 5.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureStep through the walk through area of theequipment. Make sure that
49、there is adequate low structureheight to step through without impediment or obstruction.Measure the height from the floor to the highest part of thewalk through structure.Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the walk throughstructure area shall conform to dimensional requirements ofsubsection 5.1.1.9 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 7.1.1.9 for measuring walkthrough structure area dimensions since the test result isnon-quantitative.7.1.1.10 Recumbent
