BS EN 13138-1:2008

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Classification
5 Safety Requirements
6 Test methods
7 Warnings and markings
Annex A (normative) - Procedures for testing
        resistance of markings to saliva
Annex B (normative) - Procedures for testing
        efficiency of valves of inflatable devices
Annex C (normative) - Security of the pressure
        release of buckles
Annex D (normative) - Procedures for testing
        adjustability, retention of function, edges,
        corners and points by assessment panel
Annex E (normative) - Test procedures for seam
        strength and durability of inflatable devices
Annex F (normative) - Test procedures for determining
        the puncture resistance of inflatable devices
Annex G (normative) - Test procedures for integrity
        of the entire assembly
Annex H (informative) - Significant changes between
        this document and the previous edition of EN 13138-1:2008
Annex ZA (informative) - Relationship between this European
         Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive
         89/686/EEC
Bibliography

Defines safety requirements for construction, performance, sizing, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer for swimming aids intended to assist beginners with movement through the water while learning to swim or while learning part of a swimming stroke.

This European Standard specifies safety requirements for construction, performance, sizing, marking andinformation supplied by the manufacturerfor swimming aidsintended to assist beginners with movement through the waterwhilst learning to swim or whilst learning part of a swimming stroke. It also gives methodsoftest for verification of these requirements.

This Part 1 European Standard applies only to devices that are designed to be worn, to be securelyattachedto the body and which have either inherent buoyancy or can be inflated. It onlyapplies to Class B devicesintended to introduce the user to the range of swimming strokes. It doesnotapplyto Class A or Class C devices, to swim rings, lifebuoys, buoyancyaids, lifejackets or aquatic toys.