OAR 333-016-0057
Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Children 18 Months of Age or Less

(1)

Application. The test methods described in this section shall be used in determining compliance, in addition to other requirements of toys intended for use by children 18 months of age or less.

(2)

Impact test. (Drop Test) Known as Test (E,i). Toys subject to special impact test in OAR 333-016-0056 (Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse, Toys, Games, and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children)(2)(d) excepted.

(a)

Application. Toys having a weight of less than three pounds shall be subjected to this test;

(b)

Impact medium. The impact medium shall consist of a 0.125-inch nominal thickness of Type IV vinyl-asbestos tile, as specified in Federal specification SS-T-31-2A, over at least 2.5-inch thickness of concrete. The impact area shall be at least three square feet;

(c)

Testing procedure. The toy shall be dropped ten times from a height of 4.5 feet plus or minus 0.5-inch. The toy shall be dropped in random orientation. After each drop the test sample shall be allowed to come to rest and examined and evaluated before continuing.

(3)

Bite test. Known as Test (E,ii).

(a)

Application. A toy (or component or any accessible portion thereof) that has an external dimension of 1-1⁄4 inches plus or minus .05-inch or less and a design configuration that would permit a child to insert a portion into the mouth in any orientation up to a biting thickness of 1-1⁄4 inches plus or minus .05-inch, for a penetration of at least one-fourth inch, shall be subject to this test;

(b)

Test equipment:

(A)

Contact mechanism. The contact mechanism shall be two metal strips, each one thirty-second inch thick. The strips shall be circular or semicircular in shape with a 1-1⁄2 inch diameter and a one-half inch height. The edges thereof shall be rounded to a radius of one sixty-fourth inch measuring 0.25-inch plus or minus 0.002-inch (0.635 centimeter), high and each having a contact edge radius of 0.020-inch plus or minus 0.002-inch (0.05 centimeter), for at least a 150-degree cross-sectional arc. A suggested contact mechanism appears in Figure 15;

(B)

Loading device. The loading device shall be a scale or force gauge having an accuracy of plus or minus .05 pound;

(C)

Testing procedure. The toy shall be placed in the loading device in any reasonable position for a restriction of 0.25-inch to 0.5-inch utilizing not more than 180 degrees of the arc and a test load increasing to 25 pounds plus or minus .05 pound over five seconds shall be evenly applied. This load shall be maintained for an additional ten seconds.

(4)

Torque test. Known herein as Test (E,iii):

(a)

Application:

(A)

General. A toy with a projection, part, or assembly that the child can grasp by at least the thumb and forefinger or the teeth shall be subject to this test;

(B)

Toys with rotating components. Projections, parts, or assemblies that are rigidly mounted on a rod or shaft designed to rotate shall be tested with the rod or shaft clamped to prevent rotation.

(b)

Test equipment:

(A)

Loading device. The loading device shall be a torque gauge, torque wrench, or other appropriate device having an accuracy of -2 inch-pound (-0.23 kilogram-centimeter);

(B)

Clamp. The clamp shall be capable of holding the test component firmly and transmitting a torsional force (see Figure 16);

(C)

Test procedure. With the sample rigidly fastened in any reasonable test position, the clamp is fastened to the test object or component. A torque of two inch-pounds plus or minus 0.2 pound shall be applied clockwise over a period of five seconds or until a rotation of 180 degrees from the original position has been attained, or two inch-pounds exceeded. The torque or maximum rotation shall be maintained for an additional ten seconds. The torque shall then be removed and the test component permitted to return to relaxed condition. This procedure shall then be repeated in a counter-clockwise direction.

(5)

Tension test. Known herein as Test (E,iv):

(a)

Application:

(A)

General. With the exception of tires, wheels, and axles, which are tested by 333-016-0065 (Products Requiring Special Labeling Under ORS 453.055(2))(2)(e)(A) and test (E,iii) and test (E,iv). Any projection of a toy that the child can grasp by at least the thumb and forefinger or the teeth shall be subject to this test. This test is to be conducted on the toy after it has been subjected to test (E,iii);

(B)

Mouth toy. A mouth toy shall be tested immediately after being subjected to the procedure described in paragraph (4)(b)(C) of this rule;

(C)

Stuffed toys and beanbags. A stuffed toy or beanbag constructed of pliable materials having seams (such as fabrics) shall have the seams subjected to 10 pounds plus or minus 0.5 pound (4.55 kilograms) of force applied in any direction.

(b)

Test equipment:

(A)

Clamps. One clamp capable of applying a tension load to the test component is required. A second clamp suitable for applying a tension load perpendicularly to the major axis of the test component is also required;

(B)

Loading device. The loading device is a self-indicating gauge or other appropriate means having an accuracy of -0.5 pound (-225 grams);

(c)

Test procedure. With the test sample fastened in a convenient position, an appropriate clamp shall be attached to the test object or component. A 10 pound plus or minus 0.5 pound direct force shall be evenly applied parallel to the major axis of the test component over a period of five seconds and then maintained for an additional ten seconds. The tension clamp shall then be removed and a second clamp appropriate for pulling at 90 degrees shall be attached to the test object or component. A ten pound plus or minus 0.5 pound tensile force shall be evenly applied perpendicular to the major axis of the test component over a period of five seconds and then maintained for an additional ten seconds.

(6)

Compression test. Known herein as Test (E,v):

(a)

Application. This test is required in addition to any other test which may be required in these rules. Any area on the surface of a toy that is accessible to a child and inaccessible to flat-surface contact during the impact test shall be subject to this test;

(b)

Test apparatus. The loading device shall be a rigid metal disk of 1-1⁄2 inches plus or minus 0.15-inch in diameter and three-eighths inch in thickness. The perimeter of the disk shall be rounded to a radius of one thirty-second inch to eliminate irregular edges. The disk shall be attached to a self-indicating gauge scale having an accuracy of plus or minus 0.5 pound;

(c)

Test procedure. The shaft shall be positioned so that it is generally perpendicular to the surface under test. A direct force increasing to 20 pounds plus or minus 0.5 pound over a period of five seconds shall be applied through the disk. This load shall be maintained for an additional ten seconds. During the test the toy is to rest on a flat, hard surface in any convenient position.
[ED. NOTE: Figures referenced are available from the agency.]

Source: Rule 333-016-0057 — Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Children 18 Months of Age or Less, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=333-016-0057.

333–016–0005
Definitions 333–016–0010
Human Experience with Hazardous Substances 333–016–0015
Hazardous Mixtures 333–016–0020
Testing Procedures for Hazardous Substances 333–016–0025
Method of Testing Primary Irritant Substances 333–016–0030
Test for Eye Irritants 333–016–0035
Tentative Method of Test for Flashpoint of Volatile Flammable Materials by Tagliabue Open-Cup Apparatus 333–016–0040
Method for Determining Extremely Flammable and Flammable Solids 333–016–0045
Method for Determining Extremely Flammable and Flammable Contents of Self-Pressurized Containers 333–016–0050
Method for Determining Flashpoint of Extremely Flammable Contents of Self-Pressurized Containers 333–016–0055
Method for Determining the Sound Pressure Level Produced by Toy Caps 333–016–0056
Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse, Toys, Games, and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children 333–016–0057
Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Children 18 Months of Age or Less 333–016–0058
Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Children Over 18 But not Over 36 Months of Age 333–016–0059
Test Methods for Simulating Use and Abuse of Toys and Other Articles Intended for Children Over 36 But Not Over 96 Months of Age 333–016–0060
Products Declared to be Hazardous Substances Under ORS 453.055(1) 333–016–0065
Products Requiring Special Labeling Under ORS 453.055(2) 333–016–0070
Labeling of Fire Extinguishers 333–016–0075
Banned Hazardous Substances 333–016–0077
Pointed Objects in Food Items of Particular Appeal to Children 333–016–0080
Toys and Other Articles Intended for Use by Children 333–016–0082
Repurchase of Banned Hazardous Substances 333–016–0085
Exemptions for Foods, Drugs, Cosmetics, and Fuels 333–016–0090
Exemption from Full Labeling and Other Requirements 333–016–0095
Exemptions for Small Packages, Minor Hazards, and Special Circumstances 333–016–0100
Exemption for Unlabeled Containers 333–016–0105
Exemptions from Classification as Banned Hazardous Substances 333–016–0110
Labeling of Toys, Including Games 333–016–0115
Labeling Requirements, Placement, Conspicuousness, Contrast 333–016–0120
Deceptive Use of Disclaimers 333–016–0125
Condensation of Label Information 333–016–0130
Labeling Requirements for Accompanying Literature 333–016–0135
Substances Determined to be “Special Hazards” (e.g., to children) 333–016–0140
Substances with Multiple Hazards or Other Special Hazards 333–016–0145
For the Following Substances and at the Following Concentrations, the Word “Poison” Is Necessary Instead of Any Signal Word 333–016–0150
Self-Pressurized Containers 333–016–0155
Methyl Alcohol-Base Radiator Antifreeze 333–016–0160
Ethylene Glycol-Base Radiator Antifreeze 333–016–0165
Extremely Flammable Contact Adhesives 333–016–0170
Procedural Rules 333–016–0175
Prohibited Acts and Penalties 333–016–0180
Guaranty 333–016–0185
Examinations and Investigations 333–016–0190
“Administrator” Intended to Include “State Public Health Officer” 333–016–2001
Toxic Free Kids Program 333–016–2010
Definitions 333–016–2020
Chemicals of High Concern to Children 333–016–2030
Modifications to the List of High Priority Chemicals of Concern for Children’s Health 333–016–2035
Manufacturer Disclosure of High Priority Chemicals of Concern for Children’s Health Used in Children’s Products: Practical Quantification Limits 333–016–2060
Notification Requirements 333–016–2065
Formal Communications Regarding Toxic Free Kids 333–016–2070
Exemptions from Notice Requirement 333–016–2080
Fees 333–016–3010
Removal or Substitution of High Priority Chemicals 333–016–3015
Exemptions from Removal or Substitution Requirements 333–016–3020
Requirements for Chemical Substitution 333–016–3030
Hazard Assessment for Substitute Chemicals 333–016–3040
Waiver from Removal or Substitution Requirement 333–016–3050
Quantitative Exposure Assessment 333–016–3060
Alternatives Assessment 333–016–3070
Trade Secrets 333–016–3080
Enforcement and Civil Penalties
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

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