Cribs, Cradles and Bassinets Regulations (SOR/2010-261)

Regulations are current to 2013-04-29 and last amended on 2011-06-20. Previous Versions

SCHEDULE 4

(Subsection 19(1))

TEST FOR DETERMINATION OF MESH OPENING SIZES

  • 1. The method to be used for testing the size of mesh openings on a crib, cradle or bassinet is as follows:

    • (a) cut a sample of mesh with dimensions of 305 mm × 305 mm;

    • (b) apply a uniformly distributed test load of 0.15 N/mm to two opposite edges of the sample so as to induce a state of uniaxial tension in the sample;

    • (c) attempt to insert the tip of the probe illustrated in Figure 1 through openings in the mesh, without cutting the fibres of the mesh, using a force of not more than 22 N at 10 randomly selected areas in the sample; and

    • (d) repeat the procedures set out in paragraphs (b) and (c) on the other two opposite edges of the sample.

FIGURE 1

Illustration depicting specifications and measurements of the probe for the test for determination of mesh opening sizes for cribs, cradles and bassinets. The probe is a cylindrical rod with a 1.6 mm thick-disc at one end having a diameter of 6.4 mm, and an attachment point at the other end (such as a loop) onto which a mass or instrument can be attached.