This European Standard specifies the general safety requirements for outdoor seating and tables for adults for camping, domestic and contract use. It does not apply to removable upholstery, coverings, seating for spectator facilities, seating and tables for children. Mechanical safety requirements are covered by FprEN 581-2 for seating and prEN 581-3 for tables. Annex A (informative) is a schematic presentation of requirements and conditions concerning shear and squeeze points. Annex B (informative) is a rational concerning fingers entrapment.