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1 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels according to DIN EN (Edition: November 2013) DIN CERTCO Alboinstraße Berlin Tel: Fax:

2 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 2 of 16 Foreword DIN CERTCO was founded in 1972 by DIN the German Institute of Standardization e.g. for the awarding of DIN marks and offers the certification of products and persons, services and enterprises on the basis of the DIN Standards and similar specifications. In order to proof our impartiality, independency and competence, we are voluntary accredited according to DIN EN For the satisfaction and trust of our clients, we have furthermore a certified quality management system according to DIN EN ISO In conjunction with the General Terms and Conditions of DIN CERTCO, this certification scheme forms the basis for suppliers of single use barbecues to mark their products with the certification mark DIN-Geprüft. In this way they document that their products fulfil all the requirements of the DIN EN The certification mark DIN-Geprüft creates consumer confidence, in that an independent, neutral and competent body has carefully examined and assessed the product on the basis of the test criteria. Third-party monitoring, also during the on-going production process, further ensures that the quality of the product is maintained. In this way, the customer receives an added value, which he can take into consideration in deciding on his purchase. Single use barbecues shall receive the certification mark DIN-Geprüft on meeting the requirements listed under section 3 according to the procedure described in this certification scheme. All certificate holders can be viewed on the daily up-dated homepage of DIN CERTCO ( Start of validity This certification scheme comes into effect on Modification: Compared to the Certification Scheme "Grills for single use (disposable grill)" ( ), the following changes were made: a) Section 3.2, "Additional requirements" has been extended b) Section 4.3 "Sampling" has been redefined c) Section "Test methodology (General)" has been clarified d) Section "Consumer packaging" has been clarified e) Section "Chemical composition of the fuel" has been clarified f) Section "Chemical composition of the firelighter" has been clarified g) Section "Combustion characteristics" has been clarified h) Section "Combustibility of the packaging" was defined Previous editions Certification scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels according to DIN EN ( )

3 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 3 of 16 CONTENTS 1 Scope Test and certification specifications Product requirements Normative requirements Additional requirements Testing General information Types of test Initial test (Type test) Verification test (Control test) Supplementary test Special test Sampling Test procedure General tequirements Barbecue testing Fuel testing Firelighter testing Additional tests Test report Certification General information Definition of types and sub-types Conformity assessment The certificate and the right to use the mark Publications Validity of the certificate Renewal of the certificate Expiry of the certificate Alterations/Amendments Alterations/Amendments to the product Alterations to the basic test specifications Product defects Surveillance by the manufacturer Factory Production Control (FPC) Quality Management System (QMS)... 14

4 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 4 of 16 7 Surveillance by DIN CERTCO General information Factory inspection... 14

5 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 5 of 16 1 Scope This certification scheme is applicable to single use barbecues and contains, in conjunction with the basic documents mentioned below, all of the requirements for awarding the certification mark DIN-Geprüft. The certification scheme presented here lays down the requirements for the product itself as well as for the testing, monitoring and certification of same. 2 Test and certification specifications The following referenced documents are the basis for testing and certification. For dated references, only the edition citied applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies. DIN EN Appliances, solid fuels and firelighters for barbecueing Part 4: Single use barbecues burning solid fuels, Requirements and test methods this certification scheme the General Terms and Conditions of DIN CERTCO the respective schedule of fees of DIN CERTCO 3 Product requirements 3.1 Normative requirements When using solid fuels, the materials, design and configuration of single use barbecues must ensure hazard-free and trouble-free operation. The tests and certifications for single use barbecues take into account the components barbecue-equipment, barbecue charcoal and/or barbecue charcoal-briquettes, and fire-lighters. The detailed requirements for single use barbecues are defined in sections 4, 6 and 7 of DIN EN Additional requirements for the fuel per DIN EN and the firelighter per DIN EN apply as respectively determined by section 4 of DIN EN Additional requirements In addition to the marking requirements defined by section 6 of DIN EN , the following information must be provided on the packaging of single use barbecues: Information about the radiation intensity/combustibility and burn-time corresponding to the test results per section of this certification scheme. The shipment must be uniquely identified, with each product or its packaging/insert/ accompanying documentation must be labelled with the year of manufacture and, in case of several monitored production sites, the production site. This can be accomplished by means of an identification code and/or a serial number that provides information about the actual year of manufacture and the production site (the encoding must be declared to DIN CERTCO). Warning notice: To avoid risks of fire after using, the coals must be completely erased by a suitable extinguishing material.

6 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 6 of 16 4 Testing 4.1 General information For the performance of the tests required as the basis for the assessment and certification of the products, DIN CERTCO avails itself of the test laboratories to which it has awarded recognition. 4.2 Types of test Initial test (Type test) The initial test is a type test (design test, type test), which serves to determine whether the product meets the requirements laid down in section 3 of this certification scheme Surveilance test (Control test) The verification test is conducted repeatedly at determined intervals (see section 7) and serves to ascertain whether the certified product corresponds to the type-tested product during the production phase. The type and scope of the verification test is laid down in section 4.4.2, , , and of this certification scheme (having regard to chart 1). The test is commissioned by DIN CERTCO and must be evidenced on the due date by a positive test report Supplementary test A supplementary test shall take place when additions, extensions or modifications (see section 5.9) are made to the certified product or the Quality Assurance System (QA-System), which may influence the product s conformity with the pertinent, fundamental requirements. The type and scope of the supplementary test shall be laid down on a case by case basis by DIN CERTCO in conjunction with the testing laboratory Special test A special sest is conducted when: defects are detected the production has been suspended for a period of more than 6 months required by DIN CERTCO - reasons to be specified requested in writing by a third party if a particular interest in the maintenance of proper conduct of market procedures in relation to competition or quality is involved. The type and scope of the special test shall be laid down in accordance with the specific, respective purpose on a case by case basis by DIN CERTCO in conjunction with the testing laboratory. Should defects be detected in the course of the special test or because of the suspended production, the certificate holder shall bear the costs of the examination procedure.

7 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 7 of 16 Should the special test at the request of a third party reveal no defects, the costs shall be borne by said third party. 4.3 Sampling Samples are taken during the factory inspection (see also section 7.2), which is generally performed by the authorised inspector. The applicant or the manufacturer must provide the product to be tested free of charge and shall provide appropriate assistance when the sample is taken. The samples are standardally delivered by the manufacturer to the testing laboratory which has been commissioned to perform the tests. The costs for this shall be paid by the applicant (if different from the manufacturer). The required number of samples are: for the initial test: 8 single use barbecues, or alternatively 6 single use barbecues with already certified fuel and fire-lighter for verification tests: 7 single use barbecues The samples are marked uniquely and permanently. A written record is prepared for the samples taken. The samples for testing must arrive at the authorized laboratory at least within 14 days. 4.4 Test procedure General requirements Unless alternate provisions are made, the requirements must be tested by visual examination, length measurements, functional tests and/or calculation. The examination of single use barbecues with proven DIN CERTCO certified fuel and / or certified firelighter is performed in the reduced scope of testing. The scope of testing is determined by chart 1. Chart 1 Overview of the scope of testing Test methodology Barbecue (EWGG) Section of certification scheme Scope of testing Fuel (BS) Section of certification scheme x o o Firelighter (AZ) Section of certification scheme EWGG + certified BS A and certified AZ EWGG + certified BS x o x B without certified AZ EWGG + certified AZ x x o C without certified BS EWGG without certified BS x x x D and without certified AZ x A test will be carried out, o No test will be carried out, EWGG Barbecue, BS Fuel, AZ Firelighter

8 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 8 of Barbecue testing Thermal tests The test is performed in accordance with section 5.2 of DIN EN Combustibility The test is performed in accordance with section 5.3 of DIN EN Stability The test is performed in accordance with section 5.4 of DIN EN Cooking grid The test is performed in accordance with section 5.5 of DIN EN Dynamic test The test is performed in accordance with section 5.6 of DIN EN Consumer packaging and user manual The test is performed as a visual examination according to section 6 and 7 of DIN EN and test method according to section and (Annex D) of DIN EN Fuel testing Chemical composition Testing for the chemical composition of fuel shall only be performed if the fuel consists an impregnated grill charcoal or impregnated grill charcoal briquettes (see section 6.7 of DIN EN ). Determination of PAK/BETX values and the value of sulphur content Total moisture content The test is performed in accordance with section 6.1 of DIN EN Ash content The test is performed in accordance with section 6.3 of DIN EN Fixed carbon The test is performed in accordance with section 6.4 of DIN EN

9 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 9 of Firelighter testing Chemical composition The test is performed in accordance with section of DIN EN Determination of PAK/BETX values and the value of sulphur content Burning characteristic The test is performed in accordance with section (position , test method B.3.1) of DIN EN Additional tests Radiation intensity / Ignitability The test is performed according to section of DIN EN and identical to Annex C. The test sample (single use barbecue) must be attached to a tripod (or plate) and positioned such that the distance between the single use barbecue (centre of the upper surface) and the thermopile is 50 cm. The sample is placed in such way that the size of its test surface is (W x L x H) 16 ± 1 cm x 20 ± 1 cm x 4 ± 1 cm. The radiation intensity of the fire is observed. When the radiation intensity has reached 500 W/m 2, the assumption is made that the barbecue fuel has combusted satisfactorily. The time from the initial combustion of the barbecue fuel until a radiation intensity of 500 W/m 2 has been reached is the ignition time Combustion time The combustion time is the time measured between the initial combustion of the barbecue fuel and the point in time when the flame has expired and ash has formed Combustibility of packaging The test shall be carried out in accordance with section 5.1 of DIN EN at an ambient temperature of 20 o C ± 5 C, in still air (airspeed less than 0.5 m/s). The single use barbecue is placed according to the description in section 5.2 of DIN EN The firelighter is ignited and the barbecue is operated in accordance with section of DIN EN The surface temperature of the bottom, of the cooking grid and of the barbecue brink shall be measured continuously during the whole test. The testing of the packaging begins after a cooking time of at least 45 min is guaranteed once flames and smoke from the firelighter have ceased and ash appears. For the testing the barbecue is placed in the packaging as it was delivered original first. The test is so long continued until the maximum measured surface temperature is not higher than 50 o C. The packaging of the single use barbecue has endured the test in accordance with the section of the certification scheme, if the surface temperature of the bottom, of the cooking grid and of the barbecue brink has not exceeded the temperature of the ignition point

10 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 10 of 16 of the packaging material (carton) and the material of packaging (carton) has not ignited or was aglow and no flames were observed. The course of the temperatures measured during the test must be recorded continuously by means of measuring machine. The test has to be recorded by means of photo or video documentation in case of any significant changes. 4.5 Test report The testing laboratory shall inform the principal of the test and examination results in the form of a test report. This must be submitted to DIN CERTCO in the original. As a rule, the test report may not be older than 6 months on submitting the application. In individual cases, older test reports can be recognized if the testing laboratory provides written confirmation of the current validity of the information given in said test report. The test report must be in conformity with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, Section 5.10 and contain at least the following information. Name and address of the manufacturer Name and address of the applicant (if different from the manufacturer ) Test basis with date of issue (standards and certification scheme) Type of test (e.g. type-test, supplementary test, etc.) Date of examination Test result and assessment Name and signature of the person responsible for the examination 5 Certification 5.1 General information Certification in the sense of this certification scheme relates to the assessment of conformity of a product and QA-System of the manufacturer by DIN CERTCO on the basis of test reports submitted by testing laboratories recognized by DIN CERTCO as well as factory inspection reports. To this end, the products to be certified are examined and subsequently monitored in respect of conformity with the requirements laid down in section 3. A pre-requisite for performing the test according to this certification scheme is a previous appraisal by a DIN CERTCO inspector or by a testing laboratory/regulatory body recognized by DIN CERTCO. The QA-Measures for continuous self-monitoring and the relevant records are inspected as part of this process. A separate factory inspection must take place at each production site, and this must relate clearly and in detail to the products being monitored. The manufacturer s QA-System is assessed on the basis of the factory inspection report to ensure it meets the production requirements for maintaining the conformity of the products. The right to use the certification mark DIN-Geprüft will be granted by the issuing of the respective certificate. 5.2 Definition of types and sub-types

11 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 11 of 16 Single use barbecues that are distinguishable on the basis of certification-relevant characteristics shall be defined as Type or Model. Certification-relevant characteristics are, for example, those that substantially influence the safety, function or handling of a product, which can thus be distributed under its own trade name. For each type an independent certificate shall be issued. Sub-types are, as a rule, those models/types of a product that are only distinguishable in terms of size or performance, in formal or non certification-relevant characteristics. These may be summarised under one certificate. 5.3 Conformity sssessment On the basis of the documents submitted, DIN CERTCO conducts the conformity examination. To this end, in particular, an assessment is made with the aid of the examination report as to whether the product meets the requirements of the certification scheme and of the standard. The applicant shall receive written notification from DIN CERTCO in the event of any possible deviations. 5.4 The Certificate and the right to use the mark After successful testing and conformity assessment of the submitted documents, DIN CERTCO issues a certificate to the applicant and awards the right to use the certification mark DIN-Geprüft in conjunction with a corresponding registration number. Format of the Registration Number 9E000 Single use barbecues, for which the right to use the certification mark DIN-Geprüft has been awarded, must be marked with the respective certification mark "DIN-Geprüft" and the respective registration number. The mark and the registration number may only be used for the type for which the certificate has been issued and which corresponds to the type-tested product. For each respective type, a registration number shall be issued. For design types (sub-types) of a type, the same registration number shall be issued (see section 5.2). In addition to this, the General Terms and conditions of DIN CERTCO shall apply. 5.5 Publications All certificate holders can be viewed on the daily up-dated homepage of DIN CERTCO ( Manufacturers, users and consumers use this research possibility for obtaining information on certified products. Besides the contact details of the certificate holders (telephone, telefax, , homepage), it is also possible to view the technical data of the registered single use barbecues.

12 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 12 of Validity of the certificate The certificate is valid for 5 years. The period of validity is shown on the certificate. On expiry of the certificate, the right to use the mark also expires. 5.7 Renewal of the certificate If the certification shall continue to apply beyond the date shown on the certificate, an up-todate, positive test report and an application for renewal must be submitted in good time to DIN CERTCO. On the basis of the documents submitted, DIN CERTCO conducts the conformity examination. Proof of conformity with the requirements of the test and certification specifications according to section 2 shall be provided within the scope of a factory inspection according to section 7.2 including sampling and verification test according to section Expiry of the certificate In the event that the new standard conformity examination according to section 4 has not been completed before expiry of the validity period, the right to use the certification mark "DIN-Geprüft" and the registration number expires without the necessity for explicit notification from DIN CERTCO. Furthermore, the certificate can also expire if: the surveillance according to section 7 is not performed punctually or completely, the certification cark "DIN-Geprüft" is misused by the certificate holder, the requirements laid down in the certification scheme or its accompanying documents are not fulfilled, the certification fees are not paid on the due date the prerequisites for the issuing of the certificate are no longer fulfilled 5.9 Alterations/Amendments Alterations/Amendments to the Product The certificate holder is obliged to notify DIN CERTCO of all alterations to the product without delay. The testing laboratory in conjunction with DIN CERTCO shall decide on the scope of an examination that shall be conducted according to section and whether it is a matter of a substantial alteration. The respective test report shall be forwarded to DIN CERTCO by the test laboratory. Should the testing laboratory determine a substantial alteration, the certificate with the corresponding registration number shall expire. For the modified product, a new application for initial certification authorising the use of the certification mark "DIN-Geprüft" may be submitted. The certificate holder remains obliged to notify of any changes in the formal details (e.g. certificate holder or his address). The certificate holder may apply to DIN CERTCO for an extension of the existing certificate for further design-types (sub-types) of the same type. It is for DIN CERTCO to decide whether these amendments require a complementary examination. The design-types shall

13 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 13 of 16 be entered in the certificate for the already certified product and, provided that the conditions are fulfilled, shall be regarded as an integral part of same Alterations to the basic test specifications If the basic test specifications for the certification are modified, an application for the alteration of the certification shall be submitted within 6 months of receiving notification from DIN CERTCO and, as a rule, after 12 months, proof of conformity with the modified examination specifications shall be submitted in the form of a positive test report (see section 4.2.3) Product defects In the event that a certified product on the market is found to be defective, the certificate holder shall be summoned in writing by DIN CERTCO to rectify the defects. In conjunction with the testing laboratory, DIN CERTCO shall decide whether it is a serious or a minor defect. In the case of defects having a direct or indirect effect on the technical safety or functionality of the product (serious defects), the manufacturer must ensure that, until the defects have been rectified, the products are no longer marked with the certification mark "DIN-Geprüft". The defects must also be rectified without delay in installed products or products in storage. The manufacturer must submit proof to DIN CERTCO within 3 months, in the form of a test report on a special test in accordance with section 4.2.4, that the defects have been rectified and that the product in question again fulfils the stipulated requirements. In the case of defects that have no influence on the technical safety or functionality of the product (minor defects), the manufacturer must submit suitable proof to DIN CERTCO within 3 months that the defects in the product in question have been rectified. Should the manufacturer fail to observe these deadlines, he and the distributor of product will no longer be permitted to use the certification mark "DIN-Geprüft". Should grounds for complaint continue to exist, DIN CERTCO shall initially suspend the certificate and at the same time issue a final deadline for the rectification of the defects. Should the certificate holder fail to meet this demand, or fail to meet it within the period of grace, or if it is again not possible to prove that the defects have been rectified, the certificate shall be annulled. 6 Surveillance by the manufacturer The manufacturer must ensure, by suitable quality management measures, that the product characteristics confirmed by the certification are maintained. This can be accomplished by means of an in-house Factory Production Control (FPC) focussed on the product itself or on the production and, in addition, can be guaranteed within the framework of a Quality Management System (QM-System) in accordance with the standard series DIN EN ISO 9000 ff. 6.1 Factory Production Control (FPC)

14 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 14 of 16 Factory produktion control comprises the continual monitoring of the production process by the manufacturer, which guarantees the conformity of the products manufactured with the specified requirements. Appropriate records shall be submitted to DIN CERTCO or its authorised representative on request. These records must contain at least the following information: Designation of the test object Date of manufacture Date of examination Result of the examination and, if envisaged, comparison with the stipulated requirements Signature of the person responsible for the examination Date of the report In the event of a negative test result, the manufacturer shall take all necessary steps to rectify the defect. Faulty products are to be marked and set apart. The test shall be repeated regularly to verify whether the defect has been rectified. 6.2 Quality Management System (QMS) DIN CERTCO recommends the installation and certification of a quality management system in conformity with the standard series DIN EN ISO 9000 ff. 7 Surveillance by DIN CERTCO 7.1 General information The constant surveillance of the certified product during the entire duration of the certification period is an integral component of the certification itself. The surveillance shall be performed annually. DIN CERTCO annually examines the conformity of the product with the requirements laid down in this certification scheme on the basis of surveillance inspections as well as the effectiveness of the factory production control according to section 6.1 within the framework of factory inspections. 7.2 Factory inspection Within the framework of factory inspections, DIN CERTCO, or one of its authorised representatives, inspects the manufacturing and testing facilities as well as the Quality Assurance Measures (QA-Measures) as to whether they aresuitable for the production process. The factory inspection also serves to determine whether the technical manufacturing prerequisites are met for the continual conformity of the products with the requirements laid down in section 3. During the inspection representative samples are taken from production. The quantity is based on the requirements laid down in section 4.3. The scope of testing is specified in section 4.4. The density of fuel is determined with a separate sample. The testing facilities being needed for the test shall be provided by the manufacturer. A separate, special monitoring report shall be issued on the results of the factory inspection.

15 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 15 of 16 The factory inspection is unannounced if possible and must be carried out at least once a year for every manufacturing site. The inspection body must be informed immediately of any interruption to the manufacture of the object being monitored that makes assessment in accordance with the contract impossible, stating the expected duration of the interruption. The same applies for resumption of production. The applicant must appoint a specialist manager and provide the inspection body with his or her name. The same applies for the deputy. Any change must be notified to the regulatory body immediately in writing. The assigned representatives of the inspection body are authorized to visit the operating and storage facilities of the company and its production sites including its delivery warehouses at any time during operating hours unannounced and perform the actions required in relation to the inspection. The assigned representatives of the inspection body must also be presented with all documentary evidence relating to the production for their examination, if required. It must also be ensured that samples can be taken if the applicant and the authorized inspector are absent. The samples taken are tested by a testing laboratory/regulatory body recognized by DIN CERTCO. They should be average production samples. Sampling extends across all of the manufacturer s merchandise found in the production or storage facilities. Faulty goods (rejects) are exempt from sampling, provided they are stored separately and clearly labelled. Records must be kept of the factory inspection and these must be signed by the participants. In addition to the information required in section 5.10 of DIN EN ISO 17025, the audit report must contain further information on at least the following: 1. Origin, type, composition and quality of the raw materials used 2. Information on storage of raw materials and end products (sorts separation) 3. Details on the production process (with individual production steps) 4. Information on the existing quality assurance system Are there written procedures and working instructions (quality manual), protocols, particularly for the following process: - Monitoring tests - Calibration and inspection of the measuring and test equipment - Responsibilities, particularly for decisions about the subsequent course of action in the event of detection of abnormalities, interruptions to production etc. - Advanced training of employees - Customer complaints 5. Corrective actions carried out to correct formerly detected deviations 6. Summary of the deviations 7. Inspector s appraisal Should the results of the factory inspection prove insufficient, the applicant shall be informed accordingly without delay. In this case, the scope of additional measures needed to fulfil all requirements shall be determined between the certification body and the applicant. Should

16 Certification Scheme Single use barbecues burning solid fuels page 16 of 16 the applicant be unable to implement the necessary measures, the procedure shall be terminated.