scope:

This standard applies to mains-operated walk-behind and hand-held lawn trimmers and lawn edge trimmers, with cutting element(s) of non-metallic filament line or freely pivoting non-metallic cutter(s), with a kinetic energy of not more than ten (10) joules each, used by a standing operator primarily for cutting grass. As far as is practicable, this standard deals with the common hazards presented bu appliances that are encountered by all persons in and around the home. However, in general, it does not take into account - the use of appliances by young children or infirm persons without supervision; - playing with the appliance by young children. This standard does not apply to scissors type or rigid blade lawn trimmers and lawn edge trimmers. NOTE In this standard hand-held and walk-behing lawn trimmers and lawn edge trimmers are referred to collectively as appliances.