BS 4886:1988
Withdrawn
A Withdrawn Standard is one, which is removed from sale, and its unique number can no longer be used. The Standard can be withdrawn and not replaced, or it can be withdrawn and replaced by a Standard with a different number.
Specification for hospital bedsteads
Hardcopy , PDF
24-01-2017
English
30-11-1988
Foreword
Committees responsible
Specification
Section one. General
1. Scope
2. Definitions
3. Surface finish
4. Dimensions
5. Construction
6. Structural strength and stability
7. Markings and instructions for use
Section two. Additional requirements for fixed height
bedsteads
8. General
9. Height
10. Mass
11. Structural strength and stability
Section three. Additional requirements for variable
height bedsteads
12. General
13. Height of mattress support frame at maximum tilt
14. Height adjustment
15. Mass
16. Structural strength and stability
Appendices
A. Guidance on bedstead design and characteristics of
the surface finish
B. Information required of the purchaser by the
manufacturer
C. Methods of test for strength and stability
Tables
1. Test methods and requirements for the durability
of paint coatings
Figures
1. Designation of dimensions of bedsteads
2. Diagram illustrating a projection suitable for the
test for structural strength and stability under
conditions of normal load and shock
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