Work Item
ASTM WK84614

New Test Method for firmness of infant products

1. Scope

Products for use with infants with soft surfaces, excluding mattresses which have existing requirements.

Keywords

firmness; softness; SIDS; re-breathing; suffocation

Rationale

Firmness is a countermeasure to suffocation, preventing deep engagement of the face into the bedding, but only mattresses have a recognized test method. A new test method is required for products that are not flat. Manufacturers need a method to measure firmness.

The title and scope are in draft form and are under development within this ASTM Committee.

Details

Developed by Subcommittee: F15.12

Committee: F15

Staff Manager: Molly Lynyak

Work Item Status

Date Initiated: 12-20-2022

Technical Contact: Michael Leshner

Item: 001

Ballot: F15.19 (23-04)

Status: Will Reballot Item