WK70724 - New Specification for Commercial Electric-Powered Scooters for Adults

Work Item

ASTM WK70724

New Specification for Commercial Electric-Powered Scooters for Adults

1. Scope

1.1 This consumer safety specification covers the establishment of performance requirements and corresponding test methods used to minimize the hazards of users of commercial electric-powered scooters for adults. 1.2 This consumer safety specification is intended to cover use of these products for adults ages 16 and older. 1.3 This consumer safety specification is not designed for units regulated by National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA). 1.4 This specification is intended for units designed and sold as adult use only. 1.5 This consumer safety specification is not intended for nonpowered scooters (Consumer Safety Specification F2264), battery powered ride-on toys (Consumer Safety Specification F963), skateboards, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, go-carts (Practice F2007), fun-karts (Specification F2011), snowmobiles, motorized trail bikes, lawnmowers, or motorized wheelchairs including mobility scooters.

Keywords

commercial; electric-powered scooters; adult

Rationale

Result of the initial discussions by the Commercial Electric-Powered Scooters for Adults Task Group within F15.58. Commercial Electric-Powered Scooters for Adults are currently not covered by an ASTM standard. Manufacturer's, Communities, Towns and Cities.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: F15.58

Committee: F15

Staff Manager: Molly Lynyak

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 11-19-2019

Technical Contact: David Dick

Item: 001

Ballot: F15.58 (23-01)

Status: Will Reballot Item

Item: 002

Ballot: F15 (23-15)

Status: Withdrawn From Balloting