AS/NZS 4935:2009 PDF Download

The AS/NZS 4935:2009 standard outlines the test procedures for evaluating the stability of household freestanding bookcases, bookcases, and wardrobes. It applies to furniture made of any material that is over a specified height barrier.

The performance of stability is especially addressed in connection to the risk of children climbing on freestanding objects in the standard. It is assumed that climbing occurs on the surface of the piece of furniture, which may feature standard foot or handholds like doors and extendible components (such as drawers and similar items) with their corresponding knobs.

This standard's goal is to lessen the likelihood that the specified furniture items would tip over, injuring or killing users, especially children. It attempts to offer instructions and specifications for labeling to guarantee customer safety. It's crucial to remember that even furniture pieces that pass the test procedures can topple under specific conditions; therefore, extra care should always be taken.