ISO 7176-14-2022 amd1-2025 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 7176-14:2022/Amd 1:2025 — Wheelchairs — Part 14: Power and control systems for electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters — Requirements and test methods — Amendment 1: Correction of referred standard. This amendment corrects a referenced (normative) standard cited in ISO 7176-14:2022 and clarifies the normative reference without changing the technical safety and performance requirements of the base publication.

Abstract

This amendment updates ISO 7176-14:2022 by correcting the referred standard entry used in the normative references. ISO 7176-14 specifies requirements and associated test methods for power and control systems of electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters, including safety and performance requirements that apply during normal use and under certain abuse or failure conditions, and measurement methods for control forces. The amendment is a limited correction and does not introduce new test methods or substantive technical changes to the requirements in the 2022 edition.

General information

• Status: Published
• Publication date: 14 March 2025
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
• ICS / categories: 11.180.10 (Aids and adaptation for moving)
• Edition / version: Edition 3 (ISO 7176-14:2022 — amended by Amd 1:2025)
• Number of pages: 1

Scope

This amendment applies to ISO 7176-14:2022 and provides a correction to a normative reference cited in that part. ISO 7176-14 covers power and control systems for electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters intended for providing indoor and/or outdoor mobility to one disabled person (with design load per ISO 7176-11) and having a maximum speed not greater than 15 km/h. The amendment does not broaden the scope of technical requirements; it clarifies the referenced standard to ensure correct application of the existing test methods and requirements.

Key topics and requirements

• Correction of a normative (referred) standard entry cited in ISO 7176-14:2022.
• Clarifies which external standard is applicable for a referenced test or requirement.
• Applies to power and control systems of electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters (maximum speed ≤ 15 km/h).
• Retains original requirements and test methods from ISO 7176-14:2022 for safety, performance and measurement of control forces.
• Intended to remove ambiguity and ensure consistent application by manufacturers and testing bodies.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers and designers of electrically powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters, conformity assessment and testing laboratories, regulatory and procurement authorities, clinical engineers, product safety and compliance teams, and standards committees use this amendment together with ISO 7176-14:2022 to ensure correct normative referencing and to maintain consistent testing and certification practice.

Related standards

ISO 7176 is a multi-part series. Relevant related parts include (but are not limited to): ISO 7176-1 (terminology and tests), ISO 7176-2, ISO 7176-3, ISO 7176-5, ISO 7176-7, ISO 7176-8, ISO 7176-9, ISO 7176-11 (seat and occupant masses / static, impact tests), ISO 7176-21, and other parts addressing performance, strength, and safety of wheelchairs and their components. Users should consult the full ISO 7176 series and any applicable national/adopted variants when performing design, testing or certification activities.

Keywords

wheelchair, electrically powered wheelchair, scooter, power system, control system, test methods, requirements, amendment, normative reference, safety, performance, ISO 7176-14

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: This is Amendment 1 (2025) to ISO 7176-14:2022, a correction to the normative reference(s) cited in the Part 14 standard for power and control systems of electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It corrects a referred standard entry within ISO 7176-14:2022. The underlying Part 14 document specifies requirements and test methods for power and control systems, covering safety, performance and measurement of control forces for electrically powered wheelchairs and scooters (maximum speed ≤ 15 km/h).

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, test laboratories, conformity assessment bodies, regulatory authorities, clinical engineers, and standards developers who implement or assess compliance with ISO 7176-14.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The amendment was published on 14 March 2025 and is a current, published correction to ISO 7176-14:2022. It does not supersede the base standard but amends its normative references. Users should apply ISO 7176-14:2022 together with this amendment.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes. It is part of the ISO 7176 series of standards covering wheelchairs; Part 14 addresses power and control systems and is used alongside other ISO 7176 parts.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: wheelchair, electrically powered wheelchair, scooter, power system, control system, test methods, requirements, amendment, normative reference, safety, performance.