ASTM F2517

This specification establishes recognized requirements for determining the child resistance of portable gasoline containers intended for use by consumers. The following tests shall be performed: senior adult test; child-resistant test (test subject/selection criteria); child-resistant tests (test failures); sequential test; and senior adult use effectiveness to conform with the specified requirements.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification establishes recognized requirements for determining the child resistance of portable gasoline containers intended for use by consumers. This specification does not cover single-trip prepackaged containers.

1.2 This specification is not a fire hazard standard, but a specification for containers.

1.3 This specification also establishes requirements for determining senior adult use effectiveness of containers.

1.4 The values given in inch-pound units are to be considered the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

2. Referenced Documents

F2234 Specification for Portable Gasoline and Kerosine Spill Resistant Fueling Systems for Consumer Use
F852 Specification for Portable Gasoline Containers for Consumer Use
F976 Specification for Portable Kerosine Containers for Consumer Use

Index Terms

child resistance; diesel containers; portable fuel containers; portable gasoline containers; portable kerosine; ICS Number Code 23.020.99

Citing ASTM Standards

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