1、Designation: F3022 161Standard 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 ofo
2、riginal 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.1NOTEEditorially corrected the introduction and 5.1.6.8(3) in June 2017.
3、INTRODUCTIONThe goal of this test method is to provide reliable and repeatable 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 involv
4、ing fitness equipment involves the risk of injury,particularly if the equipment 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
5、 limitations may preclude some persons from using thisequipment as intended by the manufacturer, and using this equipment may increase the risk of injury.1. Scope1.1 This test method2specifies procedures and equipmentused for testing and evaluating the accessibility of fitnessequipment for complianc
6、e to Specification F3021 design pa-rameters. Where possible and applicable, accepted test meth-ods from other 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 c
7、onjunction withSpecification F3021.1.3 This standard is to be used as additional requirements toaddress the accessibility of the equipment for persons withdisabilities.NOTE 1Additional test methods applicable to specific pieces ofequipment, such as treadmills, bicycles, ellipticals, and strength equ
8、ip-ment are currently under development.1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as thestandard. 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 th
9、e user of this standard to establish appro-priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-ization established in the Decisio
10、n on Principles for theDevelopment of International Standards, Guides and Recom-mendations issued by the World Trade Organization TechnicalBarriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:3E177 Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias inASTM Test MethodsE691 Practi
11、ce for Conducting an Interlaboratory Study toDetermine the Precision of a Test MethodF2571 Test Methods for Evaluating Design and PerformanceCharacteristics of Fitness EquipmentF3021 Specification for Universal Design of Fitness Equip-ment for Inclusive Use by Persons with Functional Limi-tations an
12、d Impairments1This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on SportsEquipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility ofSubcommittee F08.30 on Fitness Products.Current edition approved Oct. 1, 2016. Published January 2017. Originallyapproved in 2013. La
13、st previous edition approved in 2015 as F3022 15. DOI:10.1520/F3022-16E01.2This work was funded, in part, by the Rehabilitation Engineering ResearchCenter on RecTech through the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living,and Rehabilitation Research grant #90RE5009-01-00.3For referenced AST
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15、ken, PA 19428-2959. United StatesThis international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for theDevelopment of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organiz
16、ation Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.13. Terminology3.1 DefinitionsFor definitions applicable to this standardsee Specification F3021.4. Sample Preparation4.1 Assemble and adjust the fitness equipment apparatus ona horizontal surface according to the manufacturers instruc-tions. Verify
17、that 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.4.2 Any equipment with a removable/movable seat shall beset up with the seat in the non-m
18、oved position.4.3 The individual test methods will describe any variationsor modifications that are required to the test sample.5. Test Methods and Procedures5.1 General Requirements:5.1.1 Access and Set Up:5.1.1.1 Access, Egress, and TransferThis test is a visualinspection of the sample to ensure t
19、hat 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 4.CalibrationNo calibration required. Visual inspectiononly.ProcedureInspect all a
20、ccess 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 the precision or b
21、ias of test 5.1.1.1 for evaluating accesssince the test result is non-quantitative.NOTE 2Performance 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, sensorydeficits, cognit
22、ive impairments, visual, or hearing impairments, or acombination thereof, is suggested. One possible method would be to usetesters with disabilities.5.1.1.2 Maximum Approach PositionsThis test is a visualinspection of the sample to ensure that access paths to the pieceof equipment, set in the start
23、position, are available from asmany positions as possible (that is, front, rear, left, and right).Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4.CalibrationNo calibration required. Visual inspectiononly.ProcedureInspect access paths from the front, rear, left,and right of th
24、e 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 Specification F3021. T
25、here 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.5.1.1.3 Step-On HeightThis test is a dimensional inspec-tion of the sample to ensure
26、the dimensional compliance of thestep-on height.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4 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.).ProcedureMeasure the
27、 height from the floor to the top ofthe highest portion of the step-on surface/frame or top of thetransfer surface (see Fig. 1).FIG. 1 Maximum Step-on Height ExampleF3022 1612Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the step-on heightshall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection5.1.1.3 of Speci
28、fication F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.3 for measuring step-onheight dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.5.1.1.4 Step-Over HeightThis test is a dimensional in-spection of the sample to ensure the dimensional compl
29、iance ofthe step-over height.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureLocate the part of the structure that must bestepped over in order to use the equ
30、ipment. Measure thedistance from the floor to the top of the highest step-over pointof the frame (see Fig. 2).Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the step-over heightshall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection5.1.1.4 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented ab
31、outeither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.4 for measuringstep-over height dimensions since the test result is non-quantitative.5.1.1.5 Integral Surface/Separate Step HeightThis test isa dimensional inspection of the sample to ensure the dimen-sional compliance of the step-on/step-over height, wi
32、th theaddition of an integral surface or separate step.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4 with an integral surface or separate stepintact.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureLocate
33、the part of the structure that must bestepped on/over in order to use the equipment. Measure thedistance from the surface of the integral surface or separatestep to the top of the highest step-over point of the frame (see5.1.1.4).FIG. 2 Maximum Step-over Height ExampleF3022 1613Pass/Fail CriteriaThe
34、 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 5.1.1.5 for measuring integralsurface or separate step height dim
35、ensions since the test resultis non-quantitative.5.1.1.6 Integral Surface/Separate Step Length/Width/HeightThis test is a dimensional inspection of the sample toensure the dimensional compliance of the integral surface andseparate step length, width, and height.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall b
36、e set up asdescribed in Section 4 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 separ
37、ate 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 CriteriaThe dimensions of the integral surfaceor separate step length/width/height shall conform to dimen
38、-sional requirements of subsection 5.1.1.6 of SpecificationF3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.6 for measuring integralsurface and separate step length, width, and height dimensionssince the test result is non-quantitative.5.1.1.7 Integ
39、ral Surfaces/Separate StepsSignificant ColorValue ContrastPerform the color value measurement test in5.3.5.1.1.8 Intentional/Unintentional MovementThis test is aperformance and dimensional inspection of the sample toensure that separate steps do not unintentionally move duringuse and that they have
40、appropriate mechanisms to facilitateintentional movement.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4 on carpet for testing the ease of movingthe step and on tile or similar flooring for testing for uninten-tional movement during use.CalibrationVerify that the force measur
41、ing 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 flooring and visuallyinspect for unintentional movement during use. Pull the stepover carpet flooring and measure the pull f
42、orce.Pass/Fail CriteriaThe step unintentional/intentionalmovement shall conform to performance requirements ofsubsection 5.1.1.8 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.8 for evaluating andmeasuring step unintentional/inten
43、tional movement since thetest result is non-quantitative.5.1.1.9 Seated Cardio Back SupportThis test is a visualinspection of the sample to ensure that any seated cardioequipment has an integral back support.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4.CalibrationNo calibr
44、ation required. Visual inspectiononly.ProcedureVerify that the seated cardio equipment has aback support intact.Pass/Fail CriteriaThe presence of the seated cardio backsupport shall conform to the requirements of subsection 5.1.1.9of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented
45、abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.9 for seated cardio backsupport since the test result is non-quantitative.5.1.1.10 Walk Through Structure Clear AreaThis test is aperformance inspection of the sample to ensure the dimen-sional compliance of walk through structure height.Apparatus and
46、Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4.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 there is adequate low structureheight to step through wit
47、hout 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 5.1.1.10 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information
48、 is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.10 for measuring walkthrough structure area dimensions since the test result isnon-quantitative.5.1.1.11 Walk Through Transition Area BoxThis test is adimensional inspection of the sample to ensure the dimensionalcompliance of walk throug
49、h structure area.Apparatus and Set UpThe sample shall be set up asdescribed in Section 4.CalibrationVerify that the distance measuring equipmentis calibrated and accurate to within 1 mm (0.040 in.).ProcedureMeasure the height and width of the transitionarea (see Fig. 3).Pass/Fail CriteriaThe dimensions of the transition areabox shall conform to dimensional requirements of subsection5.1.1.11 of Specification F3021.Precision and BiasNo information is presented abouteither the precision or bias of test 5.1.1.11 f
