China Publishes Mandatory Standard for Synthetic Surfaces in School Sports Venues
(WorldNews Switzerland)

China has published GB 36246-2018 for synthetic surfaces in sports areas for primary and secondary schools. The requirements became effective on November 1, 2018. SAFEGUARDS | Hardlines NO. 150/18 Over the years, concerns have been raised about the safety of synthetic surfaces in sports areas in China, especially when they are used in sports areas in primary and secondary schools. These concerns stem from, in part, the use of materials typically derived from scrap tires. On May 14, 2018, China published a national new standard, GB 36246-2018 `Sports areas with synthetic surfaces for primary and middle schools` [1] to enhance the safety of synthetic surfaces in sports venues in schools. This...