ISO 10542-1-2012 cor1-2013 PDF

Full title and description

Technical systems and aids for disabled or handicapped persons — Wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems — Part 1: Requirements and test methods for all systems — Technical Corrigendum 1 (ISO 10542-1:2012/Cor 1:2013). This PDF contains the official corrigendum to ISO 10542-1:2012 that corrects and clarifies editorial and minor technical items in the 2012 edition.

Abstract

ISO 10542-1:2012 specifies design and performance requirements and associated test methods for wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems (WTORS) that use belt-type occupant restraints for occupied wheelchairs used as forward-facing seats in motor vehicles. The 2013 Technical Corrigendum (Cor 1:2013) provides corrections and clarifications to the 2012 text (editorial fixes and minor technical clarifications) to ensure accurate interpretation and consistent application of the requirements and test methods.

General information

• Status: Technical corrigendum to ISO 10542-1:2012 (Corrigendum published 2013); the base standard remains the 2012 edition and has subsequently been amended (see Related standards).
• Publication date: Corrigendum published 3 September 2013; original ISO 10542-1 published October 2012.
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 11.180.10 (Aids for disabled or handicapped persons / Wheelchairs and related systems).
• Edition / version: ISO 10542-1:2012 with Technical Corrigendum 1:2013 (ISO 10542-1:2012/Cor 1:2013).
• Number of pages: Corrigendum: 2 pages (corrigendum PDF); Full Part 1 (ISO 10542-1:2012): 68 pages.

Scope

This part of ISO 10542 applies to wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems (WTORS) that use belt-type occupant restraints intended for occupied wheelchairs used as forward-facing seats by passengers and drivers of motor vehicles. It is applicable to WTORS for manual and powered wheelchairs (including three- and four-wheeled scooters) for users with body mass of 22 kg or greater, and it can be applied to complete systems as well as components and subassemblies. The corrigendum corrects and clarifies elements of the 2012 text so that requirements, test methods, markings and instructions are unambiguous.

Key topics and requirements

• Design and performance requirements for wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems (WTORS).
• Test methods and procedures to verify strength, retention, and durability of tiedown anchors, straps, and belt-type occupant restraints.
• Requirements for product marking, labelling, and manufacturer instructions and warnings to installers and users.
• Applicability to manual and powered wheelchairs and limited-use systems for specific wheelchair makes/models.
• Clarifications and editorial corrections introduced by Corrigendum 1:2013 to ensure correct interpretation of clauses, figures, tables and test prescriptions.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers and designers of wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems, vehicle original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), mobility-aid suppliers, test and certification laboratories, regulatory and procurement authorities, and accessibility consultants use this standard to design, test, verify and document WTORS for safe transport of occupants in wheelchairs.

Related standards

Other parts of the ISO 10542 series (earlier and related parts) and subsequent amendments (for example, ISO 10542-1:2012/Amd 1:2021) provide additional annexes, updates and related requirements. Standards for wheelchairs and mobility devices (ISO wheelchair series such as ISO 7176) and vehicle restraint system standards may also be relevant when applying ISO 10542-1.

Keywords

wheelchair tiedown, occupant restraint, WTORS, wheelchair safety, tiedown system, occupant-restraint belt, test methods, marking, labelling, accessibility, corrigendum

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 10542-1:2012 is the international standard specifying requirements and test methods for wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems used to secure occupied wheelchairs in motor vehicles. The Corrigendum 1:2013 is a technical correction document that fixes and clarifies items in the 2012 edition.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers design and performance requirements, associated test methods, marking and labelling, and manufacturer instructions for belt-type occupant restraints and tiedown systems intended for occupied wheelchairs used as forward-facing seats (applicable to users ≥22 kg). The corrigendum addresses editorial and minor technical corrections to the 2012 text.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: WTORS and mobility-aid manufacturers, vehicle OEMs, test laboratories, certification bodies, accessibility professionals, installers, and procurement/regulatory authorities involved in the safe transport of wheelchair users.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The base edition is ISO 10542-1:2012; Technical Corrigendum 1 was published in 2013 to correct the 2012 text. The 2012 edition with its corrigendum remains a valid document and has been further amended by later amendments (for example Amendment 1 published in 2021). Users should check for the latest amendments or revisions before applying the standard.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. ISO 10542 is a multi-part series addressing different aspects of wheelchair tiedown and occupant-restraint systems; Part 1 addresses general requirements and test methods. Other parts, past editions and amendments provide additional details, annexes and updates.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Wheelchair tiedown, occupant restraint, WTORS, tiedown anchors, occupant-restraint belt, test methods, marking, labelling, accessibility, corrigendum.