This European Standard specifies the functional requirements (see Clause 3) and the safety requirements (see Clause 4) for badminton equipment, excluding rackets and shuttlecocks. This European Standard is applicable to three types and four classes for indoor standing as well as for indoor wheel chair badminton equipment for competition and training (see 3.1). Other types and sizes as those described in this European Standard are permissible provided the safety requirements of this European Standard are taken into consideration.