Safety Manual Clothing 2016

Childrenswear Safety Manual 2016 - Clothing
Introduction
Welcome to the Marks & Spencer Childrenswear Safety Manual.
Safety is extremely important to us and our customers have high expectations of our ability to trade safely and responsibly. It
underpins our core business values (Inspiration Innovation Integrity & In Touch) and we take great pride in selling safe product that
meets the highest standards of our business.
Marks & Spencer has a large exposure to the consumer and so we must minimise the possible safety risk by minimising the hazard
(Hazard X Exposure = Risk). It is therefore essential that all possible steps are taken to eliminate hazards and it is for this purpose that
the Childrenswear Safety Manual exists.
Understanding and adhering to its content will support the process of producing a safe product and assure continued confidence
and trust in the M&S brand.
This manual has been designed to give the reader guidance when designing and manufacturing Children’s clothing for Marks & Spencer
and is arranged in alphabetical order for convenience.
This manual is a ‘living document’ and will be continually updated to remain relevant to the changing needs and expectations of our
customer as well as changes or updates in legislation. Please ensure you are always referring to the latest version available on the
Quality Standards website.
Technologists in our UK Head Office and Regional Offices, are available to support you in interpreting the topics covered in this manual.
There will be occasions when product is outside the guidelines of the manual. In this instance advice must be sought, from the
M&S Departmental technologist. The technologist will assess the risk using available research, data and services of our independent
safety consultant.
Product Safety Manager
It is a condition of supplying Marks & Spencer Childrenswear that our Suppliers designate a senior level person as Product Safety
Manager to co-ordinate all aspects of product safety. This person will be the key point of contact for Marks & Spencer for safety related
matters.
A Product Safety Officer must be employed on each factory site and this person must report directly to the Product Safety Manager.
All Product Safety Managers and Officers will undergo the Marks & Spencer ‘Certified Auditor Program’ this program involves: training,
witnessed audits and an examination
All workers involved in the manufacturing process from development to delivery must have access to adequate training so that they
can successfully play their part in delivering safe product. It is the responsibility of the Product Safety Manager to ensure that this is
delivered.
Product Safety Audit (PSA)

The Marks & Spencer Product Safety Audit exists to ensure that procedures operating in each factory can consistently produce the safe
product our customer expects and that the Marks & Spencer brand and reputation demands.
To ensure that a factory is set up to Marks & Spencer’s safety requirements the Product Safety Manager and Officer should ensure that
the guidelines laid out in the Product Safety Guidelines pack have been implemented
Link - Product Safety Guidelines pack
Before any factory can produce Childrenswear product, the Regional Product Safety Auditor must carry out a PSA and the factory must
achieve a grading no less than ‘minimum standard’. Where applicable Corrective Action Plans will be issued and followed up with a
visit(s).
QMS Childrenswear Product Safety audit report is available on the Quality Standard Website, the path to the document is:
Link - Document Library/Quality Systems – Standards
Factories will be re-audited by Regional Product Safety Auditor, the frequency of which will be determined by the grade awarded. It is a
Marks and Spenser requirement that internal audits are carried out by the factory Product Safety Officer, monthly.
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A copy of the safety audit form can be found on the Marks & Spencer Quality Standards Website.
Ferrous Free Policy In order that product may be effectively metal detected, it is a requirement that suppliers keep to the M&S policy
of using ferrous free metal components so they pass through the metal detector and ensuring the sewing needles are of ferrous
content so they are detected for all production.
REACH
Every supplier must be familiar and comply with REACH Legislation
A robust process must be in place to respond to any requests especially about chemicals of very high concern within 45 days
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Non Adherence to Safety Manual – Our Policy
The safety of our Childrenswear is a core requirement for Garment Makers to conform to. Specifically, all products presented to
Childrenswear must be risk and safety assessed, and suitably specified, to avoid any foreseeable risk of danger to the customer.
The Childrenswear Safety Manual details the minimum standards of safety that are our Marks and Spencer requirement. These
standards to be adhered to for all our products, from first design samples through to production, including those products made for our
Outlet Stores.
Suppliers who deliver product that fails to perform to the clearly specified guidelines and requirements in this manual risk having non-
conforming product rejected: at source, warehouse, RTM’d, or potentially recalled from M&S Stores or customers at their cost.
This Merchandise will be destroyed unless it can be re-processed to a safe standard and at a timely requirement to the
Departmental needs, no unsafe merchandise will be allowed to be disposed of for re-sale elsewhere.
M&S takes the issue of product contamination very seriously – specifically where there is contamination of sharp items which have
originated in the factory. In certain instances, these can cause a serious injury or even a fatality to a customer.
Our General Merchandise Terms and Conditions – on the Quality Standards Website under Supplier Fines and Recharge Table (All
Suppliers) - clearly states that where there is sharp contamination found in product, a fine of £10000 GBP may be applied to the
supplier by M&S. We also reserve the right to Bulk RTM the product. In cases where there has been, or potentially could be, serious
customer injury which may lead to a fatality, the product may be subject to a nationwide Product Recall. This procedure includes a full
recharge of advertising costs in the national papers, as well as charges for the Bulk RTM
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Contents
Category
Non-adherence to our Safety Policy
Risk Assessment
Legal Documentation
Marks and Spencer Internal Standards
Test Methods
No
1. Aglet (Flugelbinder)
2. Battery Operated Components
3. Beads
4. Bells
5. Belts
6. Bibs
7. Bows
8. Braces (Separate Braces)
9. Buttons
10. Corsages
11. Decorative Feathers
12. Diamantes
13. Direct Embroidery / Fusible Motifs and Badges
14. Dressing up & disguise costumes
15. Dry Cleaning
16. Elastics
17. Faux Fur pile fabrics & trims.
18. Flammability – All Garments excluding nightwear and Dress up
19. Flammability – Nightwear
20. Flash Flame
21. Float Lengths - Includes socks / tights / gloves / and garments with integral feet.
22. Hanger Loops
23. Hoods and Headwear
24. Hooks and Eyes
25. Jewelry
26. Lace Crochet - open constructions
27. LED Lights (Light Emitting Diode)
28. Light Nodules
29. Liquid Filled Products (e.g. Badges/ Teethers
30. Magnets
31. Metal components - Press fasteners, Stud buttons, Rivets, Eyelets, Strap adjusters
32. Migration of Toxic Elements
33. Natural Materials for Accessories & componentry
34. Necklaces
35. Neck Stretch
36. Neck Ties
37. Netting
38. Plastic bags e.g. over bags intended for sale with the products in M&S stores
39. Pom-Poms / Bobbles / Tassels and Fringing
40. Prints – (transfers, panel prints, all over continuous prints – includes backing
materials)
41. Rouleau Loops
42. Safe in the Sun Garments and Hats
43. Scarves
44. Sequins
45. Silica Gel
46. Sleeping Bags
47. Slipper Socks and Slip Resistant Soles
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48. Sound Nodules/ Noise Levels
49. Swim Short Mesh Liner Fabric for Boys
50. Touch & Close fasteners (e.g. Velcro®)
51. Toys and Dress Up
52. Waddings and Quilted Waddings including Feather & Down
53. Washed Garments - that use Stones or Sand.
54. Zips
APPENDIX
Cords and Drawstrings I
Risk Assessment & Design Hazard Assessment documentation II
Test to Failure (TTF) and Pull Tests III
Test to Failure (TTF) - The Maths and graphical illustrations IV
In Line Testing V
Kids Pom Pom Construction Guideline VI
SSRA Supplier Safety Risk Assessment Form VII
SSRA Supplier Safety Risk Assessment Form – How to fill in VIII
Firewall Inspection Standards for Floats & Thread Ends IV
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Risk Assessment
Safety, like quality, must be designed, planned and built in to the product. It is sometimes difficult to foresee all the possible modes of failure
allowing for all the conditions of use and unforeseeable use. Without a systematic approach to design and manufacture it is likely that some
element will be missed resulting in a failure and possible injury to the wearer.
First the Hazards need to be identified

Burn
An injury caused by heat, friction, cold, electricity, chemicals or radiation (sun)
 First-degree burns (superficial thickness) are usually limited to redness, minor pain and a white plaque at the site of injury. These burns usually extend
only into the epidermis
 Second-degree burns (partial thickness superficial and deep) additionally fill with clear fluid, and have superficial blistering of the skin, and can involve
more or less pain depending on level of nerve involvement. Second-degree burns involve the superficial papillary dermis and may also involve the deep
(reticular) dermis layer.
 Third-degree burns (full thickness) additionally have charring of the skin, and produce hard, leather-like scabs. Frequently, there is also purple fluid.
Nerve endings will have been destroyed in the involved areas.
Choking
Choking is the mechanical obstruction of the flow of air into the lungs. This can be caused by a foreign object lodged in the mouth or throat thus blocking the
airways
Hazard Example - release of a component such a button or stud
Note:
Mouthing is an important learning strategy used by all children; infants start mouthing as soon as they can place their hand in their mouth this strategy
continues with varied intensity until a child approaches 36 months after this it reduces considerably. This is well understood by child behavioral experts
and all safety standards for children’s products contain specific criteria for children in this younger age group.
Children’s garments contain many small parts such as buttons and poppers, if detached any one of these could become a serious choking hazard. In an
effort to ensure that all products sold to this age group are as safe as possible a specific testing regime has been introduced for this age group to
ensure that all products sold are safe. Testing to Failure or destruction is a statistical process designed to identify component defects and provide a
consistently safe product.
As part of the Risk analysis process each 3D trim should be assessed as a potential choking Hazard, those that are, need to follow our Test to Failure (TTF) and
Pull Test Guidelines, found in the appendix section. Those that are not considered a choking Hazard should still be tested durability P5A for Quality
Entrapment
A situation where a child is unexpectedly caught up on a garment or part of a garment.
Hazard example - chain attached to the belt loops of jeans
Eye Impaction
Injury to the eye cased by projectile
Hazard example - projectile toy such as bow and arrow
Ingestion
The process of taking something into the body by swallowing,
Hazard Example - button cell battery / magnets that could become an ingestion hazard
Inhalation (or Aspiration)

The action of drawing in air, other gases or objects into the airway, as in breathing. This could lead to items getting in to the lungs or choking if the item lodges
in the airway.
Hazard example - A small button or part of a fastener could become an aspiration or inhalation hazard should it detach
Insertion (object into body)

Injury caused by child placing small object into their nose or mouth
Hazard example - Detached bead
Over heating
Very young children are not capable of regulating their temperature efficiently, which can lead to overheating
Overheating may play a role in causing SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome),
Hazard Example – Sleep bags being too high a Tog Rating
Laceration
Cut, scratch or graze
Hazard example - Poorly attached fastener with exposed prong / flash on zip fastener
Penile entrapment
There are two likely types of penile entrapment:
The foreskin can become caught up in the net fabric that lines boys swimming trunks
The foreskin or the skin on the penis can become caught up in the teeth of a zipper on trousers
Pinching
Painfully squeezing skin or flesh
Hazard Example – caught in a push closure clip or caught in a hinged mechanism
Projection
A protruding part that extends out from the garment, or accessory with the ability to cause an injury should the child fall on it.
Hazard Example - Some buttons shaped like sharks teeth could become a projection hazard if placed in the neck area of a garment with no fabric / padding
beneath when fastened.
Restriction of hearing
Any product that can constrain hearing
Hazard Example - iPod earphones can make wearer oblivious of approaching traffic
Restriction of sight
Any product that impedes clear vision
Hazard Example – a mask that could limit peripheral vision
Skin Irritation
A skin allergy is caused by a substance that comes into contact with the skin
Hazard Example – Formaldehyde Resin finishes
Strangulation
Injury caused by constriction of the throat that restricts breathing
Hazard example - necklace without a break point,
Suffocation
Injury caused by the stoppage of breathing or asphyxia resulting from it.
External suffocation (not choking or aspiration)
Hazard example - flexible impermeable fabric such as hood
Rigid hemispherical shape - container
Tourniquet
Injury to most likely a toe or finger that has caught in a float or loose end causing restriction to the flow of blood, causing potential loss of toe or finger
Hazard example - Float on babies’ sock
Toxicity – Chemical
A toxic substance is one that can cause harm from through inhalation (by breathing), absorption (by touch) or ingestion (by mouth)
Hazard Example – Lead paint
Toxicity - Microbiological
The absence (or low colony count) of microbial growth would indicate a product was microbiologically clean.
Hazard example - There should be no bacteria present a liquid filled badge
Toxicity - Pathogen
Any agent capable of causing disease. The term pathogen is usually restricted to living agents, which include bacteria, fungi, viruses, yeasts and certain insect
larvae.
Hazard example - Feathers must be treated in order that they are free from pathogens
Tripping
Falling by catching the foot on something
Hazard Example - overly long dressing gown tie belt
 Marks & Spencer Technologist will then complete the Tech Pack (see appendix) with safety grading for the product (Tech Pack – See
Appendix)
 FSV must assess their designs for Safety using the Hazard criteria
 Suppliers must complete the SSRA ‘Supplier Safety Risk Assessment’ document (See Appendix) for each product – and use as a working
document from initial development through to contract seal. The final version must be uploaded onto contracts.com at contract seal stage.
 Should a Product Review Document PRD form be required (see Appendix) this should be completed and submitted on contracts.com at
contract seal stage
It is essential to ensure that every aspect of the product is adequately covered by the analysis.
Legal Documentation
Childrenswear safety standards are governed by law, legal guidelines and retail best practices.
This section sets a list of standards and statutory regulations that apply directly to or which Marks & Spencer has adopted for
application to children’s products and any associated accessories or components.
Each supplier must ensure that they have a copy of and are familiar with the documents that relate to their product of supply.
British and European Standards are available at http://www.bsi-global.com/en/Standards-and-Publications/

Please ensure you keep up to date with the latest versions.
BPA (Baby Products Association)

BS (British Standard)
BSEN (A British Standard adopted by European Standards)
EN (European Standard) (European ‘Norm’)
ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation)
SI (Standard International)
General
 The Consumer Protection Act 1987.
 General Product Safety Regulations SI 1803.
 BS7907 The Design and Manufacture of Children’s Clothing to promote Mechanical Safety.
 Directive 2005/84/EC of The European Parliament and of the council. The Dangerous Substances and Preparations (Safety)
Regulations 2006.
 BSEN14682 Safety of Children’s clothing – Cords and Drawstrings.
 Phthalate Directive 2005/84/EC
 Azo dyes 2002/61/EEC
 The Food Imitation (Safety) Regulations 1989 SI 1291.
 REACH
Buttons
 BS4162 British Standard Method of test for buttons.
Feather & Down

 BSEN12935 Feather and Down, Hygiene and Cleanliness Requirements
Hoods
 BSEN ISO 9237 Textiles, Determination of the permeability of fabrics to air.
 The Children’s Clothing (Hood Cords) Regulations 1976 No 2
Metal Components
 BSEN12472 Method for the simulation of wear and corrosion for the detection of nickel release from coated items.
 EN1811 Reference test method for release of nickel from products intended to come into direct and prolonged contact with
the skin.
 BS EN 16128:2011 Reference test method for release of nickel from products intended to come into direct and prolonged
contact with the skin for Sunglasses & Glasses
 BSEN71 Part 3 (Migration of elements)
Nightwear
 The Nightwear Safety Regulations 1987.
 BS5722 Flammability Performance for fabrics and fabric assemblies used in sleepwear and dressing gowns.
 EN14878 Burning behaviour of children’s nightwear specification.
Sleep Bags
 BS8510 Child use and care articles - Safety of children’s sleep bags – Safety requirements and test methods.
 BS 5335-1 1991 D.2 and BS 5335-2 2006 with modification laid out in BS 8510:2009 method for determination of thermal
resistance.
Sunsuits / Sun Hats
 BSEN13758 Parts 1&2 Textiles Solar UV protective properties
Part 1: Method of test for apparel fabrics
Part 2: Classification and marking of apparel.
 BS8466 Hats: protection against solar UVR Method of test and performance requirements / specifications.
 89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment Directive
Toys / Add -Ons

(Including electronic parts in day wear and dress up, dress up accessories, key rings, soft toys)
 Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC
 BSEN71 Part 1(Mechanical),Part 2 (Flammability), Part 3 (Migration of elements) Safety of Toys, Part 9 (Safety of Toys –
Organic chemical compounds)
 Toys (Safety) Regulations 1995 SI 204.
 BSEN62115 Electric Toys Safety.
 Draft Waste Management (Battery and Accumulator) Regulations 2008.
 Waste Management (Battery and Accumulator) Directive 2006/66/EC
 WEEE Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
 RoHS Directive on the Restriction of certain Hazardous Substances.
 EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations.
 BSEN60825-1 Safety of Laser Products
 The Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006 Regulations 2007
 Materials and Articles in contact with food (England) regulations 2005 S.I 898
 BS7272 (Part 1 & 2) Writing and Marking Instruments
Zips
 BS3084 Specification for slide fasteners.
 BS7907 Clause 4 – 4.2 & 4.3 Ischemic Injuries
Marks & Spencer Internal Standards
This section lists Marks & Spencer internal standards that have been drafted to support the delivery of safe product to our customer.
These documents are updated regularly and are available on the Marks & Spencer Quality Standards Web Site.
 Animal Welfare Policy.
 ECP : Environmental, Chemical and Factory Minimum Standards for Dyeing, Printing, Finishing, Leather tanneries, Spinners &
Laundries of Clothing and Textiles.
 Clothing and Home Textiles Test Methods (Colour).
 Clothing performance Standards CS1- CS14.
 Clothing Test Methods (Physical).
 Critical Tolerance Chart Ref 014
 Due Diligence Code of Practice.
 Infestation Policy.
 Latex Guidelines.
 Migration of Toxic Elements
 Nickel Guidelines
 QMS Factory requirements
 QMS factory guidelines
 PVC Guidelines.
 Suffocation Hazard Assessment – Intertek RAM - see Dept Tech
Test Methods – specifically referred to in this manual
 C61 Determination of Phthalates

 C64 Determination of PVC
 C65 Determination of Alkyl Phenols
 FP55 Determination of strength of lace hole eyelet attachments
 P5A Durability wash for garments and components
 P5 Durability wash for ‘Stay New’ fabric garments and components
 P53 Fibre Retention
 P116 Nightwear Flammability
 P117 Surface Flash Flame
 P122 Strength of Buttons
 P131 Pile Retention
 P115 Security of Attachment of Accessories to garments (Age 4 years and above)
 P115 A Security of attachment of poppers to garments (Age 4 years and above)
 P115 B Test to Failure of Attachments of Accessories to garments
(Age Under 4 Years)
 P115 C Test to Failure of Attachments of Poppers to garments (Age Under 4 Years)
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Tech Notes
1 Aglet (Flugelbinder)  Choking Age: 3 years and Under  Definition – a small plastic sheath typically used on the
 Permitted - TTF Required end of a shoelace, cord, or drawstring
No Category Potential Hazard Specification Tech Notes
2 Battery Operated  Aspiration Age: All Ages  Electrical components (including button cell batteries) shall not be
Components  Burn – Chemical  Must comply with BS EN 62115 (2005) Electric Toys Safety. easily accessible (refer to BS EN 62115 for full details).
 Choking (BS EN 50088 was withdrawn 01/01/2008 and will no longer be  Battery operated components must be enclosed in a sealed unit
 Ingestion accepted). prior to attachment to the garment footwear or accessory
 Inhalation  Certification of compliance to EN71 pt1where applicable  Directive 2006/66/EC for batteries & accumulators (including
 Insertion  For use in Toys - Refer to the M&S Electronic Toys Standard on the button cells) – all batteries shall be marked with the Standard
 Over heating /Fire Quality Standards Website. Battery logo (the crossed out wheelie bin) and where appropriate
 Toxicity - chemical  Certification of compliance to EMC requirements. with the chemical symbol for the heavy metal concerned below it;
 For use in Toys - Comply with the WEEE Directive. if it contains more than 0.0005% Mercury (Hg), 0.002% Cadmium
 For use in Toys - Components to be RoHS compliant. (Cd) or 0.004% Lead (Pb) by weight (Note: due to size restrictions
 Comply with New Directive 2006/66/EC for Batteries & Accumulators button cell markings may be applied to the product label or
and waste batteries & accumulators. packaging).
 For Clothing - P5A Durability wash to be submitted at technical Battery logo Heavy metals Battery logo’s
evaluation stage in garment or panel form.
Age: Under 4 Years

 Allowed in this age group provided they are inaccessible
 Refer to “Battery Directive 2006-66-EC Marking Requirements and

Warnings” on the M&S Quality Standards Website for full
marking requirements and standard battery warnings (located
under the Home folder).
 Standard disposal statement “DISPOSAL - This product contains
batteries and electronics that may be harmful to the environment;
they should not be discarded with normal household waste but
taken to your local collection centre for recycling.”
3 Beads  Choking hazard Age: All Ages Hand applied Beads:

 Ingestion  Beads must not have sharp, rough edges, burrs or ‘flash’ from the Thread:
 Inhalation molding process.  Monofilament thread may not be used because of potential
 Insertion  Shaped beads such as flower or star shapes must have smooth edges laceration.
 Laceration and no sharp points How to Attach:
 Toxicity-chemical  No Claw Clasps to be used  Ideally the needle must pass through the bead a minimum
 Coatings on beads must conform to ‘Migration of Toxic Elements’ of three times, if this cannot be achieved due to the size of
section the bead then less passes can be used provide it passes P5A
 P5A - Durability wash is required to be uploaded to contracts.com for  If beads are applied singly, double knot off after each bead.
contract seal sign off  If beads are attached in a group – knot off every sixth bead.
At Start:
Age: Under 4 years  Double knot two strands of thread together, stitch through fabric
 Size/Type of bead must be agreed with the relevant technologist to form a small stitch before applying bead.
 Beads must be enclosed with a suitable fabric e.g. mesh so the beads To finish:
can not come out should they become loose.  Stitch through and double stitch, finish and knot.
Or  Thread length - start and finish to be 3mm to 5mm.
 Beads are permitted if they are not accessible e.g. threaded onto a non
open ended strap. In this case the strap should pass TTF to ensure it For Quality :
remains in place and the beads do not become loose. (Please refer to  Float length – maximum of 1cm
TTF/Pull test appendix)  Thread end - after cutting 0.5cm to 1cm.
If applied to neck area – ensure neck stretch is checked. Please refer

to Neck Stretch section.
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Technical Notes
Age: Under 3 years

4 Bells  Choking  Not Permitted
Age: Over 4 Years

P115 must pass before production starts
P5A to be carried out to ensure security on to product & that Bell ‘Pea’
does not come away from the housing
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Method of attachment
Figure 1 Prong should

5 Belts  Choking Age: All Ages not extend past
 Entrapment  Please refer to TTF/Pull test appendix buckle edge
 Laceration Metal Components:
 Skin Irritation  Must be non ferrous
 Toxicity-chemical  To avoid rusting, metal components must be made of brass, or stainless
 Tripping steel – specification reference 316L (a common type of surgical quality
stainless steel), or Zamac ( zinc, aluminum, magnesium and copper alloy)
 Refer to Migration of Toxic Elements section
Buckles, Keepers, Prongs, D Rings & Clasps
 Must be free from rough or sharp edges. Figure 2
 Prongs must be compatible to buckle size. ( see Figure 1)

Eyelets
Only rolled finish eyelets are permitted. Ensure that the eyelet is correct
depth suitable to the material to which it is applied.
Ensure the eyelet rolls at the back of the material.
X 
PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
 Star clench back not permitted due to sharp edges. Eyelets

Eyelets are not permitted on elastic belts.  Where pull test / TTF cannot be carried out , use Eyelet
Studs attachment strength test, reference: M&S FP55, BS 5131:515D
 Star clench back not permitted due to sharp edges.
 Studs are not permitted on elastic belts.
Age: Under 4 Years

 Metal D rings / buckles must be fully welded into one piece. (see Figure
2)
 TTF (P115b) must be carried out on all small parts, e.g. prongs, studs
 Where belt keepers are used they must be permanently attached by
stitching. Staples are not acceptable.
Age: Over 4 Years

 P115 must be carried out on all small parts, e.g. prongs, studs
Age: All ages

6 Bibs  Laceration  No side or back neck ties permitted.  The construction of the closure must avoid irritation to the skin.
 Strangulation  Closing method must not be a continuous loop.  ‘*Conforming material’ – a material that seals round the mouth /
 Suffocation  Closing method - To be joined either by press fastener, or touch and nose and inhibits or prevents breathing
close fastening e.g. Velcro®.  Suffocation Hazard assessment - Intertek RAM may be required.
This can only be carried at ITS Chicago USA. In this case please,
 Plastic backed bibs must be tested to ensure they are not a Conforming
refer to department technologist for advice.
material* – Suffocation Hazard assessment- Intertek RAM may be
specified by the technologist.
 P5A to be carried out on any plastic backed bibs to ensure they do not
become brittle and break up, or disintegrate in wash /wear
7 Bows Age: All Ages Figure 1

(As in Fig 1)  PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Age: Under 4 Years

 Bows must be lock stitched attached
 D Wash P5A required
 Pull Tests to be carried on line
Age: 4 Years and Above
 D Wash P5A required

8 Braces  Entrapment Age: All Ages  Webbing must be securely stitched over D rings
(Separate Braces)  Laceration  Webbing must be woven to desired width.  ‘Rabbit ears’ must be bar tacked.
 Strangulation  Elastic must be latex free  Must carry swing ticket warning ‘Not suitable for under 36
 Toxicity - chemical  Must be free of rough edges. months’ For all label references please refer to the CLA website
 For metal component of braces please refer to Migration of Toxic
Elements
 Please refer to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Age: Under 4 Years

 Braces are not allowed under 4 years
 Any D rings must be fully welded into one piece (see figure 2 Belts
section)
9 Buttons  Choking Age: All Ages  Please remember if you are applying the same button over
 Ingestion  Buttons must withstand P122 different levels of thickness on the same garment, a TTF / Pull test will need to be
( relating to any  Inhalation  Machine Lockstitch only CHAIN STITCHING IS NOT submitted for each thickness. ( for example, a four layer placket and a two layer pocket)
buttons that can be  Insertion PERMITTED. Fig. 1
sewn onto a garment /  Laceration  Must be free of injection mould ‘flash’ or rough
product using thread)  Projection edges.
 Toxicity-chemical  Buttons must not resemble food.
 No Latex Rubber buttons to be used
 Do not attach spare buttons on Childrenswear.
 Glass buttons not permitted. Fig. 2
 PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Age: Under 4 Years

 No Buttons to be attached to uneven surfaces.
 No two part / *composite buttons permitted. (see
Figure 1)
 “Pig nose” covered buttons are acceptable provided Fig. 3
they are fabric covered and have metal casings as
holes, or where stitching secures all parts of the
button to the garment (example, fig. 2)
 Toggle buttons (see figure 3) must be risk assessed
for shape, catchments, and attachment hazard at
design briefing stage. *Composite: A button made up from more than one part.
 No Soft Silicon buttons to be used due to risk of child  To aid in security of attachment, whipping and heat sealing can be used on all
biting heavyweight fabrics / garments e.g. coats.
 Hand stitch buttons NOT PERMITTED  Any buttons/ toggles attached using cord or tape must be secured using bar tacking.
 Cut cords must be covered with a triangular piece of fabric (Sprat head) that are
sewn over the cord and stitched to the product.
Age: 4 Years and Above Sprat Head Diagram (these can also be fabric patches)
 If used composite buttons must be clamped or glued
with epoxy resin adhesive, and withstand P5A
Durability and P122 test requirements.
 Hand stitched buttons are permitted if they pass P115
 Buttons made from polyester are preferred

 It is recommended to avoid materials such as Acrylic, Polycarbonate and
polypropylene which are relatively weak and do not usually pass P122 test
requirements.
10 Corsages  Choking All Ages  Machine attach were possible for quality
 Insertion
 All corsages must pass D Wash P5A
 PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Age: Under 4 Years
 Buttons attached to corsages – require TTF testing
 3 D Ball shaped Attachment – defined as one that come off in it’s

original 3D Shape – needs to be machine attached and TTF
11 Decorative Feathers  Choking  See Kidswear Dress-up performance standard Feathers

 Ingestion  Feathers must be thoroughly washed and suitably processed to
 Inhalation Age: Under 4 Years the British hygiene and cleanliness requirements
 Insertion E.g. steam cleaned.
 Laceration  Decorative feathers are not allowed under 4 years  Please refer to the Animal welfare policy on quality standard
 Projection website
 Skin irritation
 Toxicity – Pathogen
12 Diamantes  Choking Age: All Ages

 Inhalation  Diamante attachment to fabric type to be assessed at product  Diamantes should not be attached directly over raised prints (e.g.
 Ingestion development stage. Glitter, foil, puff and flack) as this affects the bonding of the diamante
 Insertion  Assess security using the P5A durability wash and upload to to the fabric.
 Laceration contracts.com for contract seal sign off  Assess security for adherence on flat: pigment, reactive & discharge
 Toxicity -chemical  Diamantes are to be inspected for cracks, chips & blackened prints, using P5A durability wash
edges prior to application
 Diamantes must not have sharp, rough edges or burrs  Diamantes must not be attached on uneven surfaces, such as seams.
 Shaped diamantes such as stars must have smooth edges
 Both ultra sonic & heat transfer methods of attachment are  Nail head Diamantes – can also be called Rhinestones or Rhinestuds
acceptable these can be made of metal and can be used
 Acrylic stones should not be used as they do not react well to
heat application.  Coloured Diamantes are not as durable due to the films and backing
used. Please ensure they are tested independently of the clear
Age: Under 4 Years diamantes if you are using both on the same garment.
 Diamantes can be used in this age group. Minimum size to be
used 2mm maximum size 3mm.  Diamantes need to be attached after industrial garment washing.
 Diamantes attached to woven fabric, to be discussed with the
department technologist.  No spare diamantes to be supplied with the garment
Labeling
All Ages
 Additional Care codes required
 wash inside out
 iron on reverse
13 Direct Embroidery /  Choking Age: All Ages  Consider irritation e.g. knees, elbows etc.
Fusible Motifs and  Ingestion  Soft interlining to be used on all embroideries which are in direct  Special attention must be paid to flocking to ensure that safety
Badges  Irritation in wear. contact with the skin to avoid irritation in wear, (this depends on the standards are met, formaldehyde free etc.
 Laceration location of the embroidery and should be discussed at development  Design motifs on stretch fabric must be designed with breaks
 Tourniquet stage with department technologist ) in the pattern. This will avoid the breaking of thread when
 Toxicity  Please refer to the Appendix - Firewall Inspection Standards for Floats worn by the customer.
 Toxicity - chemical & Thread Ends  Ensure any adhesives comply with ECP.
 For quality we specify thread ends/ loops on embroidery should not  To reduce sharpness of motif edges it is recommended to laser
exceed 1cm. cut or fold.
 Novelty motives / badges – please refer to section on Liquid
Flocked, PU Printed or Welded Motifs applied by a high frequency Filled Products
welding  French Knots are not considered to be a choking hazard – they
 The welded edges must be continuous, all contours to be as should be assessed for durability P5A for quality purposes
round as possible, and edge lines as wide as possible- to increase
adhesion. These motif types are not dry-cleanable
Motifs/ Badges
 Must not be applied by adhesive alone, and must be stitched all round
to ensure security of attachment.
Badges
 All edges must be sealed to prevent fraying.
 Soft plastic badges must have groove line to allow for stitching.
 Soft plastic badges must comply with ECP
Nightwear
Kid’s nightwear containing embroideries, fusible motifs, and badges must
comply with relevant nightwear regulations.
 Direct embroidery motifs, embroidered fabrics, and fusible motifs and
backing fabric must all comply with the relevant flammability
requirements
 Synthetic fibre threads must be used.
 Backing fabric on direct embroidery must apply to the relevant
nightwear regulations e.g.100% polyester.
Age: Under 4 years

 Fusible motifs or badges should not be hand sewn on for this age
group as this could pose a choking hazard.
 Welded motifs can be used – must pass P5A Durability test
14 Dressing up &  ALL RISKS Age: All Ages

disguise costumes  Refer to the Dress Up Performance standard – KDU standard  Trousers with integral feet must include a slip resistant sole-
 Refer to the Home safety manual where relevant for toys accessories test method M&S FP06 – see Slipper socks & slip resistant
& add-ons soles section.
 All product must be compliant to relevant parts of EN71 & must be CE
labeled  Formaldehyde finishes are not permitted PU COATED FABRICS
 DHA must be carried out for all dress-up products by department / should be durability tested to ensure they do not deteriorate
qualified supplier technologist or peel.
Age: 3 Years and Under

Any potential detachable items must meet TTF P115B requirements.
15 Dry Cleaning  Inhalation Age: Under 12 months

 Toxicity - Chemical
 No garments to be labelled Dry Clean
 Exception – Christening Range, as this is a special item
Age: All Ages
 Garments can only be labelled Dry Clean with the prior

agreement of the departmental Technologist
16 Elastics  Entrapment Age: All Ages  Elastics can reduce blood flow if designed too tight. Ensure
 Pinching  Must be latex free conformance to relaxed and extended garment measurements
 Skin Irritation  Where used in nightwear, must conform with relevant flammability stated on the size chart
 Tourniquet legislation  Where elastic is used in garment necklines it must meet
minimum neck stretch measurements refer to 014 Critical
Tolerances Chart to be found in appendix.
 Must be compliant with formaldehyde restricted levels
specified in ECP.
17 Faux Fur pile fabrics &  Perceived choking Age: All Ages  Under 4 years - Boa construction must be used as it is more
trims. and aspiration  Real animal fur is not permitted. secure
 Inhalation  4 Years and above - Sliver knit constructions are permitted
 Printed furs (e.g. discharge tips) - solvent-free printing systems should
where agreed with the Departmental Technologist and must be
be used wherever possible and the finished product must comply with
polished to remove loose fibre.
ECP requirements.
 Loose pile can also be improved by back coating or heat
 Where cellulosic and cellulosic rich faux furs are used these should be bonding the fabric – the coating used must meet ECP
tested to surface Flash Flame P117 requirements and be latex free
Age: Under 12 Months Development

 Toys - Pile length to be maximum 3mm  Pile retention to be discussed & agreed with Department
 Garments - Pile length maximum 18mm. Technologist. P5A durability wash to be submitted in garment
or panel form or 5 x label wash with negligible loss of pile
Age: 12 months to 4 Years  Note: Methods P131 Pile Retention, & P53 Fibre Shedding may
be used as guides if required
 Trims – Pile length 25mm
 Repeated label washes can be carried out in house
 Garments - Pile length maximum 20mm.
Age: 4 Years and Above Labeling

 No restrictions on pile length.  Our animal welfare policy for clothing states that- For clothing -
Synthetic materials made to look like animal products should
be clearly labeled as such to avoid unnecessary offence or
confusion.
 To comply with this any product containing faux fur must
be labeled as such on the care label using Z 305 Code
18 Flammability – All  Burns Age: All Ages  Please refer to the Childrenswear label position on the Quality
Garments excluding Labeling Standards Website
nightwear and Dress  All Kids’ Daywear Clothing must have a Fire Warning (FW) label as  Please also refer to Kids clothing Flammability Labeling Policy
up part of the front of the permanent sewn in care label – please note for products and exceptions.
product exceptions in the appendix  Pram shoes, bootees & slippers must carry the FW wording.
 The ‘FW’ wording to read, ‘KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE’ (Upper Case
10 point red lettering).
 Flash flame testing may be required on certain products please refer

to flash flame section
19 Flammability -  Burns Age: Age 3 months and Above:

Nightwear  PYJAMAS, ALL IN ONES AND WALK-IN SLEEPERS – must meet the  Flammability performance relates to both the individual base
requirements of EN14878 minimum Class B fabric and as assembled as a complete garment. Please refer to
Nightwear Flammability Appendix VI doc. for specific testing
 NIGHTDRESSES – must meet the requirements of BS5722, as specified details
in clauses 3.1.1 and 3.2.1.  Please also refer to Appendix for specific labeling requirements
by product type including fire warnings
 DRESSING GOWNS AND BATHROBES (except those made of 100%  Where stricter flammability requirements exist for
cotton terry toweling) - must meet the requirements of BS5722, as nightdresses, dressing gowns etc, all components including
specified in clauses 3.1.1 and 3.2.1. threads, trimmings labels etc will be required to meet the
flammability performance.
 Bathrobes Made of 100% Cotton Terry Towelling – must meet the  Specific design restrictions are also detailed in the nightwear
requirements of EN14878 Minimum Class A appendix. BS5722 and EN14878
 Flame retardant finishes are not permitted unless they comply
 Refer to the requirements for Flash Flame – M&S test method P117 with ECP, Toxicology of flame retardant as specified in EN14878
and will perform for the life of the garment.
 100% Cotton terry toweling bathrobes can not be sold as
nightwear
20 Flash Flame  Burns Age: All Ages

FABRICS WHERE ‘FLASH FLAME’ TEST APPLIES  Refer to Garment Safety standards S4
 Products made from 100% cellulosic or cellulosic rich fabric / yarns  Refer also to specific nightwear flammability requirements
(over 55% content) with a raised hairy surface should be assessed  Where cellulosic and cellulosic rich faux furs are used as trims,
using test method M&S reference P117. these should also be tested
21 Float Lengths  Laceration Age: Babywear The Age Splits are in line with Departmental age breaks
Includes socks /  Ripping off  Baby bootees and garments with integral feet, all over-runs of seams must be at
tights / gloves / finger and toe the back of the foot Float:
nails  A thread, which is attached at both ends & lies on the
and garments
 Tourniquet & Internal Design Standards surface of a fabric, forming a loop
with integral feet.
restriction of  Floats must be pulled flat to measure
blood circulation Age: Under 24 months
Hosiery – Babies 0 to Age 24 months Thread End:
Floats and Thread Ends
Floats Leg Float Foot Thread Thread  An untrimmed thread end, attached at one side.
Ends Leg Ends Foot  Products must be examined inside and out to ensure no
Design Standards 1.0cm 1.0cm 2.5cm 2.5cm threads or floats are left inside.
 Coverage of floats – where technically possible – for
Toe Seam – to be 1.0cm max example in mittens, it is recommended to line the side of the
product where the floats are exposed, to minimise the risk
Knitted Gloves – Babies 0 to Age 36 months of catchment in wear
Floats and Thread Ends Floats Thread Ends
 In knitwear & specifically jacquard designs, floats above the
Design Standards specified tolerance must be discussed with the
1.0cm 2.5cm
departmental technologist to eliminate risk.
 Refer to beads, direct motifs and sequins for sewing float
Cut & Sew items with enclosed feet or Hands – Babies 0 to Age 24 months guidelines.
Design Standards 1.0cm 1.0cm Knitwear
 Colour changes on stripe panel may result in vertical loops at
Knitwear – Babies 0 to Age 24 months the panel’s edge. If these are longer than the specified float
Floats – Main Floats - Thread Ends length, they must be trimmed in line with Marks and
Floats and Long Ends Body Sleeves & Legs Spencer’s quality requirements.
Design Standards 2.0cm 1.0cm 1.0cm  Consider gauge and tension when designing critical areas
e.g. Cuffs
Age: 24 months and Above
Hosiery – Children – Age 24 months Upwards
Floats Leg Float Foot Thread Thread
Floats and Thread Ends Ends Ends Foot
Leg
Design Standards 2.5cm 2.5cm 3.0cm 3.0cm
Toe Seam – to be 1.0cm max

Knitted Gloves – Children – Age 36 months Upwards
Design Standards 2.5cm 3.0cm
Cut & Sew items with enclosed feet or Hands – Children - Age 24 months
Upwards
Design Standards 1.0cm 1.0cm
Knitwear – Children – Age 24 months Upwards

Floats – Main Floats - Sleeves Thread Ends
Floats and Thread Ends
Body & Legs
Design Standards 2.5cm 2.5cm 1.0cm
Manufacturing Safety Requirements & Tolerances
 See Appendix - Firewall Inspection Standards for Floats & Thread Ends
22 Hanger Loops  Strangulation  Use Short Loops

 Tourniquet  Ribbons should not be used Hanger Loops are those defined as the loops attached to
garments for the sole purpose to aid presentation on the
 Loops should not be wrapped around the hanger hook
hanger
23 Hoods and  Burns Age: All Ages

Headwear  Entrapment Hoods & Headwear
 Strangulation  Please refer to Cords & Drawstrings section and Appendix  Construction of any closures must avoid irritation to the skin.
 Suffocation  Wadded hoods must be assessed for flammability P142.  When designing Baby Headwear ensure consideration is taken
 Restriction of hearing  Hoods should be designed to minimise the risk of entrapment. of softness of babies’ heads
 Restriction of sight  Headwear should be designed to minimise any restriction of hearing or  Increasing the thickness and bending stiffness of the hood
vision by the wearer. material can reduce the suffocation hazard.
 Linings can help reduce the risk of the fabric conforming to the
Hat / Cap Functional Ties face and therefore resulting suffocation
 A quick release mechanism such as a press fastening or touch and  Plastic inserts to stiffen the peak, should have round corners
close fastening such as Velcro® is required for under-chin closures. for comfort.
 Suffocation Hazard Assessment test may be required. This can
only be carried at ITS Chicago USA. In this case please, refer to
Hat / Cap Decorative Ties
department technologist for advice.
 Strings from hat area need to be individually Risk Assessed as a
potential strangulation hazard if long enough to tie.
Dress Up Headwear:
 Refer to Dress Up section for flammability requirements EN 71 part 2
Age: Under 12 Months

Daywear Hoods
 Rain coats for infants with hoods must be assessed on a case by case
basis for suffocation.
 Hoods must be assessed for Air Permeability Either (1) Air permeability
BSEN IS0 9327 and achieve result of greater than 10 litres of air,
submitted at technical evaluation stage.
Or (2) Suffocation Hazard Assessment – Intertek RAM Test Method
Age: 3 years and Under

Nightwear Hoods:
 Hoods are not permitted on garments designed for sleeping.
24 Hooks and Eyes  Choking

 Ingestion Age: Under 4 years How to Attach:
 Inhalation  Hooks and Eyes are not permitted.  The needle must pass through the Hooks & Eyes a minimum of
 Insertion three times and be double knotted off
 Laceration Age: Over 4 Years
 Toxicity - chemical  Hand attach is permitted
 P115 must pass before production starts
 P5A – Durability wash is required to be uploaded to contract.com
for contract seal sign off
25 Jewelry  All Age: Under 3 years

 Not permitted

Age: 3 years and above
 Please refer to the Jewelry Code of Practice on the Quality Website
 See Necklaces section
26 Lace crochet  Entrapment Age: All Ages

open  Laceration All Laces & Crochet  Lace containing metalised fibres e.g. lurex® can be an irritant when in
constructions  Tourniquet  Monofilament yarns not permitted direct contact with the skin ensure a soft version is used and it is checked
 Toxicity -chemical through wearer trial
Nightwear  Free and released Formaldehyde must meet ECP standards C18 B & C
 Lace on any nightwear must comply with relevant Nightwear  Rigid Laces can affect stretch when applied to knitted fabrics - Ensure
(Safety) Regulations. See ‘Flammability – Nightwear’ section of Neck stretch is checked and cuff movement is assessed
this document.
(Note: Cellulosics generally do not meet the regulations.)
Age: 12 Months and Under

 Due to the size of Babies fingers Crochet and lace stitch knitwear
hole size to be
Under 7.0mm
or over 12mm in diameter
27 LED Lights (Light  Damage to eyesight Age: All Ages  Valid Certification required verifying Class 1.
Emitting Diode)  Obtain specification from supplier to confirm the class of LED; this  It is good practice to ensure that LED’s are tested in position
determines the strength of the beam to prevent any potential damage within the product to take account of any lenses, covers or filters
to eyes (Only Class 1 LED’s are permitted in children’s clothes, shoes or which may affect the strength of light emitted.
toys.  Warning text in respect of LED’s is not required for Class 1.
 Test to BS EN 60825 pt1. Safety of Laser Products.
 Refer to the front section of this manual for generic standard
requirements.
28 Light Nodules  Damage to eyesight In Addition to section 26: LED lights (light emitting Diode)  D wash P5A to be submitted at contract seals stage
 Product to be CE marked for EMC
Age: All Ages
 Must comply with Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) regs. As the Nodule will have to be applied after metal detection – the
 Refer also to ‘Battery Operated Components’ section in this document factory floor will need to be set up to ensure no other metal
for compatibility & labeling contamination is introduced to this area – See ‘Factory Safety
Guidelines’ in Supplier Exchange
Age: Under 4 years
 Allowed in this age group provided they are permanently attached and
are inaccessible
29 Liquid Filled  Choking Age: All Ages  Please refer to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Products (e.g.  Laceration  New reports required if composition of contents change.  Safety data sheet must be completed and submitted prior to
Badges/ Teethers)  Toxicity -  Toxicological assessment on liquid formulation required. The contract seal.
Microbiological assessment must not show any Hazard.  MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) to be uploaded onto
 Water treatment plant to be audited to ensure microbiologically safe Contracts.COM (CMS) and retained in product technical file.
by a qualified microbiologist.  Random checks on each process batch required.
 Audit process and controls documentation to be recorded and  Checks on purification system to be performed and recorded daily.
retained by the factory i.e. checks on purification.  Min 3yrs planned maintenance to be in place for purification
 Batch microbiological testing required frequency to be agreed with system.
M&S department technologist and is dependant on batch size/  Toxicity test on liquid to be completed on an annual basis.
quantities.  The security of enclosure to which liquid is contained should be
 CAS/ EINECIS number/ listing to be recorded in technical file. designed to prevent possible leakage and avoid potential customer
 All liquid filled products must be traceable to batch production complaints over perceived hazard of ingestion (consider seam
records. strength/ edge sharpness/ product integrity).
 Factory cleanliness is key to prevent cross contamination of the
liquid and must be demonstrated to M&S Regional Office Technology
team.
Age: Under 4 Years
Acceptable if passes:
 Bite and tear test ASTM F963 -03.
 If smaller than the 1.5 gauge, must pass TTF P115B.
30 Magnets  Aspiration/ Inhalation CLOTHING FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES

 Choking  Magnets are NOT permitted
 Ingestion
 Insertion TOYS / NON CLOTHING ADD ONS
Age: All Ages  Magnets have become increasingly powerful and now pose a
 No loose Neodymium or similar strong magnets are to be used which can higher risk of serious accidents than in the past. When more than
fit entirely within the small parts cylinder as specified under EN71 pt1. one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and
 Magnets must be completely enclosed or embedded within the toy or may cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage, which can
garment. be fatal. Inhalation of magnets can also cause serious injuries, and
 Must be designed to avoid the heart/ chest area when worn. aspiration into the lungs requires immediate surgery.
 Suitable in-line production checks should be agreed to check security of  A strong magnet can affect the performance of a pacemaker or a
attachment. Records to be recorded and made available upon request. defibrillator, so strength must be determined as the minimum
 Magnets retained by glue or ultra-sonic welding are not allowed unless required for functionality and agreed with department
retained by a secondary method. technologist at development stage.
 Torque and tension, drop and impact tests required as per EN71 pt1.  Determine the strength, or Gauss (G), of the magnet, and ensure it
Please note: amendments to EN71 due 2009 will include requirements for is kept to a minimum.
magnets which will need to be adhered to.  Note that the strength of a magnetic field is measured in units of
 TTF testing required. Gauss (G).
 Ensure warning placed on garment giving caregivers awareness of
Age: Under 4 Years potential hazard to consumers with pacemakers or defibrillators.
 Magnets not permitted.  Enclosed magnet warning “Warning: Magnets have been safely
 Children’s Shoes containing magnets are excluded from the above rule enclosed within this product. In the event of the product
provided an appropriate risk assessment has been completed by a becoming damaged and the magnets being released, ensure that
qualified person. the product and magnets are disposed of safely to avoid potential
serious injury.”
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Technical notes
31 Metal components -  Choking Age: All Ages  PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Press fasteners  Ingestion PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS:  REFER TO INLINE TESTING PROCEDURES
Stud buttons,  Inhalation  For metal fasteners and eyelets the gauge of the brass strip must be
Rivets,  Insertion minimum 0.37mm on the drawn barrel. Figure 1:
Eyelets,  Laceration  Prong fasteners – rings must be made from brass, and a minimum strip FRONT BACK
Strap adjusters. 

Projection thickness of 0.5mm. This reduces the risk of the prongs cracking.
Hooks & Bars  Toxicity - chemical  The use of aluminum nails is only acceptable on certain products where
brass is not applicable – please discuss with dept Tech


Steel must not be used as it can rust.
Refer to Migration of Toxic Elements section
X
 Must be free of rough edges. Prongs bent back can be
 Roll setting eyelets (as opposed to split setting eyelets) must be used on sharp. Not acceptable
all products.
 When sourcing components refer to approved component list.
APPLICATION:
 For stud buttons, woven fabrics should be pre-punched, and knitted
fabrics should be ‘bodge’ (this avoids the separation of yarns) pierced to
ensure successful application.
 Must not be applied to uneven surfaces. E.g. half on half off the seam MACHINERY:
allowance.  Machine operators must be trained and certified by the
 Knitted fabrics; use prong fasteners to prevent laddering. Post fasteners component supplier.
must not be used on knitted fabrics.  Manufacturer’s compatible dies must be used.
In Line checking:  Pinch settings and machine sign off must be obtained from the
 Check the machine has set up in accordance with the pinch testing and component supplier.
this should be done every two hours  TTF/ P115a must be passed before production starts.
 Pull Tests to be carried out every two hours
 A manual check must be carried out on every garment to confirm that Where possible Fully Automatic Machinery is preferred
the popper prongs have all been pierced into the base fabric – and none  Manually operated machinery which solely is reliant on the
are left protruding (See Figure 1) operator’s foot or hand pressure is not acceptable.
 All garments with feet / pockets or other areas where poppers could be  Semi automatic manually foot or hand operated machinery
found need to be turned inside out to check that no loose objects are allowed provided that it incorporates a non return ratchet
trapped inside. mechanism. This ensures the required level of pressure is
applied. It must be regulated to ensure machine stops if
pressure falls below required level for operation.
 Fully automatic machinery is allowed provided that it is
regulated to ensure machine stops if pressure falls below
required level for operation.
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Technical notes
31 (Cont) (Cont) Age: Under 4 Years Figure 2:

Metal components -  Choking  No hand sewing attachment permitted
Press fasteners  Ingestion  Rhinestones only permitted if fully encased in component (See Figure 2)
Stud buttons,  Inhalation  Rivets must be chosen that can be tested for TFF P115C. Any exceptions
Rivets,  Insertion to this must be agreed by the department Technologist prior to
Eyelets,  Laceration purchase.
Strap adjusters  Projection  Brace clips and strap adjusters for straps must be one piece welded (See
 Toxicity - chemical figure 3)
Rhinestone is enclosed in
metal and held by metal
ridge
Figure 3:
Fully welded, one piece metal.
Application notes:
Some fabrics may need reinforcing to attach metal components
securely. For example, knitted fabrics require woven bias cut
interlining to stabilise the base.
32 Migration of Toxic  Toxicity - Chemical Age: All Ages  < Less than
Elements
Migration of Toxic Elements:  Metal componentry - Test as EN71 part 3 and apply our standards
Fabrics ,Tanneries, Print Houses and Laundries  Chrome in all Leather products
 Must comply to M&S ECP requirements Chrome is present in most tanned leathers
Chrome vi is banned
Toys Chrome iii is permitted
 Must comply to EN71 part 3 & 9
 Silica Gel has been shown to occasionally contain DMF. Silica Gel
Metal componentry sachets are prohibited in any kidswear products.
 Must comply to the following levels:
Antimony ( Sb) < 60ppm

Arsenic (AS) < 25ppm
Barium (Ba) < 500ppm
Cadmium (Cd) < 50ppm
Chromium (Cr) < 25ppm
Lead (Pb) < 10ppm
Mercury (Hg) < 40ppm
Selenium (Se) < 400ppm
Nickel Free
 All our metal componentry, regardless of contact with the skin, must
be specified Nickel Free and must pass EN 1811 Nickel requirements
Leather
 Must comply to ECP
Dimethyl Fumarate (DMF)

 This is a fungicide used to prevent mold forming in leather
 DMF is banned from use in all Kidswear products
33 Natural Materials  Laceration All Ages:

for Accessories &  No Latex Rubber to be used
componentry
Age: Under 4 years

 Natural products can vary in strength and can split.
 Due to the nature of these products the following raw materials Must
Not be used:

Wood
Coconut
Mother of Pearl
Shells

 Discuss material with Dept Technologist prior to purchase.
 All wood to be FSC and in line with the EU Timber regulation
34 Necklaces  Laceration Age: Under 3 years  Oval jump rings are preferred with split at the top
 Not permitted
 Diag:

 Necklaces must have loose jump rings (split rings).
 Break Strength min 25N to max 40N
X
 For quality purposes break strength should be higher than 25N
35 Neck Stretch  General Distress  The following requirements are to be adhered to:  Perspex templates are available to test samples and end of line
 Laceration Age Minimum neck Stretch – contact RO
5lb 48cm
6lb 6oz 50cm
New Born - 24months 56cm
24m -10years 58cm
10yrs - 14yrs 60cm
over 14 years 62cm
No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Method of attachment
36 Neck Ties  Strangulation Age: 5 Years and Under Figure 1:

 Conventional neck ties are not suitable for children under the age of 5
years. a) b)
 Clip on, or touch and close fastenings, e.g. Velcro®, to be used for
neckties for children 5 years or under. (as Figure 1b) Touch and close
 Touch and close fastenings should be quick release to aid this the fastener required at
hook side should be cut shorter than the loop side. One piece tie centre back neck
 A low strength touch and close fastening is recommended. foquick release
 Touch and close fastening edges should be rounded off to eliminate
sharp edges and corners.
Age: Over 5 Years

 Traditional neck ties permitted (as Figure 1a)
Garments should be labeled ‘Not suitable for under 5 years’
37 Netting  Toxicity – Chemical Netting commonly has Formaldehyde added to create the stiffness  Formaldehyde Free – must ensure that Formaldehyde has never
been added. It is not acceptable to wash off and claim as
Age: Under 3 years. Formaldehyde Free
All Ages: Underwear Nightwear & Dress Up
 Ensure that Formaldehyde Free is specified
Daywear Age: 3 years and above

 Free and released Formaldehyde must meet ECP standards C18 B & C
38 Plastic bags e.g.  Suffocation  Thickness of permanent polyester bags to be greater than 38.0  Appropriate warnings to be applied depending on end use.
over bags intended microns.  Please refer to GM Terms & Conditions for transit packaging
for sale with the  Bags made of flexible plastic with an opening perimeter of greater including overbags.
product in M&S than 350mm must not have a drawstring or cord as a means of closing
Stores  New products which require plastic bag packaging when in store
should be developed in consultation with the departmental
technologist & packaging developer.
39 Pom-Poms / Bobbles  Choking Please refer to Cords & Drawstring appendix  PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
/ Tassels and  Entrapment • Please refer to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Fringing  Ingestion • All types of Pom Poms must be risk assessed for entrapment and Figure 1 Figure.2
 Inhalation strangulation
 Insertion
 Strangulation Age: Under 12 months
 Tourniquet Pom Poms are NOT permitted with the exception of Hats where the Pom
 Tripping Poms MUST to be assessed and agreed with the departmental
Technologist & The Safety Consultant. These must be a minimum of 60mm
diameter
Traditional Pom Poms (see figure 1)

Age: Over 4 Years
• Traditional Pom Poms are allowed
 Pom Poms can be hand attached provided they pass Pull Testing
Age: Under 4 Years

• Traditional Pom Poms are permitted as long as thread ends are not Machine attachment:
pulled loose (please see appendix for construction guidelines)  When used, pom-poms must be attached by means of a 4 hole
 Pom Poms MUST be machine attached lockstitch button sew attach, and thread ends must not be able
to be pulled out.
Other Pom Poms -Stuffed (figure 2) / Fabric Strips  Pom Poms can be lock stitched at the centre position during
Age: All Ages construction for extra security
• Fringing length to be agreed with Departmental Technologist to
individually Risk Assess –but Note length should never exceed 14cm.  The attachment of Pom Poms, tassels etc must not cause a
potential entrapment hazard, for example when attached as an
Age: Under 4 Years embellishment to a decorative or functional cord. Please refer
• Small soft decorative pom-poms (as Figure 2 not traditional type as to BS EN14682
figure1) directly attached, are allowed, provided they are deformable by
30% and P115B requirements are met.
• Large Stuffed Pom Poms / bobbles on a string must:
(1) If soft and squashable meet 50cc plush criteria, or
(2) If round and hard meet the 44.0mm gauge.
And therefore not require TTF Testing for Safety
Pom Poms on Socks & Slipper Socks

Length for Pom Poms on a Cord or String
7.5 cm to end of the thread of traditional Pom Pom
7.5 cm to end of the hard centre for Stuffed (fake fur) Pom Pom
These are a shorter length requirement than decorative cords due to
Tripping Hazard
Tassels and Fringing
Age: Under 4 Years
 Like Pom-Poms, threads can be removed if pulled. These products are
only suitable for use if it is possible to produce them with threads that
are not removable and they meet the requirements of P115B.
40 Prints – (transfers,  Choking hazard – prints Age: All Ages  Test for Qualitative determination of PVC - C64 – QUALITATIVE
panel prints, all over peeling off  All inks and backing materials should be PVC free where (BELSTEIN TEST) then/or FTIR for confirmation (Fourier
continuous prints –  Toxicity - Chemical technically and commercially viable – any exceptions to be Transform Infa-Red Spectroscopy)
includes backing discussed with Departmental Technologist at development stage.  Test for determination of Phthalates - C61 Solvent Extraction
materials) and GCMS (Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry)
 Phthalates & APEO’s are not permitted according to ECP.
 Durability test on transfer prints should be carried out during
 Print house and all printing inks and binders used need to production to ensure there is no peeling or cracking on the
conform to M&S ECP requirements surface.
 Some printing methods can leave a residue of formaldehyde on  Transfer prints applied to pile fabrics i.e. Velour should be
the fabric. Ultra-low formaldehyde binders should always be assessed to P5A at product development stage
used.  P5A & C15 must be tested before contract seal and uploaded on
 No Formaldehyde is permitted in Babywear or Intimate apparel to contracts.com for contract seal sign off
 Solvent-free printing systems should be used wherever possible

and no residual solvent must remain on the garment
 Plastisol prints covering a large area of the garment can cause
issues with flammability - refer to Flammability of nightwear
section for more details
 Transfer prints should be applied according to the manufacturers
recommendations and transfer press calibrated and checked
regularly to ensure optimum fusing conditions
41 Rouleau Loops  Entrapment Age: All Ages

 Tourniquet Rouleau Loops
 To avoid entrapment, the loop should have an opening length
measured as circumference. Maximum – 7cm.
No. Product category Potential Hazard Specification Tech Notes
42 Safe in the Sun  Burn Age: All Ages Labeling

Garments and Hats  Garment styling: Garments for the top half of the body must fit from  All safe in the sun product must have permanent wording on
the nape of the neck down to at least the hip level, and the arms the care label for the garment AND hat, even if sold together.
covered to 3/4 of the upper arm below the elbow. Bottoms must cover
 Suit care labels need to have the reference; 'conforms to
from waist to sit below knee bone.
Testing EN13758-2 2003 UPF40+' in addition to 'KEEP AWAY FROM
FIRE' and care code ref TC16 B. and for Babywear CL 16 B
 Fabrics and garments needs to comply with BS EN 13758 parts 1&2. Hats
need to comply with BS 8466 (2006).  Hat care labels must have the reference; 'this hat conforms to
BS8466' in addition to 'KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE' and care code
 At development stage all prints and colour ways need to be tested to ref TC16 B. and for Babywear CL 16 B
BSEN13758 part 1 and comply with BSEN13758 part 2. I.e. to pass the
 Products need to be permanently CE Marked in line with the
fabric results must show UVPF values larger than 40, and the average
89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment Directive
UV-A transmission to be less than 5%.
 At bulk garment stage every stroke number must be tested  Marketing – in line with BS EN 13758-2 marketing should
contain the specified warnings and pictogram sun
independently to ensure compliance with BSEN 13758:2.
43 Scarves  Entrapment Under 18 Months  The maximum lengths must include any tassels or attachments
 Strangulation  No traditional Scarves Permitted at the end of the scarf.
 Tassels should not exceed 14cm
 A Safe Scarf – that can not be tied around the neck and is fastened  Pockets are allowed on scarves as long as a risk assessment
with Velcro ®is permitted at the following lengths: has been carried out. Only patch pockets should be applied
6-12 Months reduce the entrapment risk.
A Safe Scarf construction permitted with max length 60cm
12 – 18 Months Safe Scarf Construction:
A Safe Scarf construction permitted with max length 70cm Touch and close fastenings, e.g. Velcro®, attached on underside of
 Touch and close fastening edges should be rounded off to eliminate scarf
sharp edges and corners.
Over 18 Months
 The following Maximum Length requirements are to be adhered to:
18 Months 4 Years 80cm
4-6 Years 95cm
6-8 Years 110cm
8-10 Years 125cm
10-12 Years 140cm
12-14 Years 155cm
Traditional pom poms on scarves:

Age: Under three
Permitted as long as thread ends do not pull loose (see appendix for
construction guidelines)
Age: Over three
Allowed to be attached to scarf via decorative cord as long as the max
length of the cord and the pom pom is 14cm and the total length of the
scarf inc the decorative cord does not exceed set max lengths by age
(please see scarf section for max lengths).
Must pass P115 attachment tests
44 Sequins  Aspiration Age: All Ages  P5A – Durability wash must be carried out before contract seal
 Choking,  Sequins must not have sharp, rough edges or burrs (fishtails). and uploaded on to contracts.com for contract seal sign off
 Ingestion  Must be free of mould ‘flash’  No Spare sequins to be supplied with the garment
 Inhalation  Sequins must be Phthalate and APEO free e.g. made of Polyester
 Insertion Machine attach Sequins:
 Laceration Age: Under 12 Months  Thread: Monofilament of a minimum of 80denier may be used
 Skin Irritation. All Ages: Underwear & Nightwear to keep lustre of the sequin, but if used must be used in
 Toxicity - Chemical  Monofilament yarns Not permitted combination with a fusing backing to avoid direct contact with
skin.
Age: Under 4 years  Use of Monofilament Risk Assessment should be carried out
 Machine attach only  Stitching must be secure to ensure that none of the
 Maximum Diameter 5mm monofilament comes unraveled by carrying out a ‘D’ wash at
 Sequins must be round, flat and with smooth edges, and have a centre first production and carried out weekly during production.
punched hole. These records must be kept.
 Strip sequins on a string not allowed  Stitch Type: Lockstitch
Special Occasion Dresses Attachment:
 Hand Attached sequins have been allowed for special occasion wear Age: Under 4 Years - 4 double stitch formation passing through
only. The sequins must be fully encased with an organza or mesh to the centre of the sequin
catch any sequins that have potential of coming off. Age: 4 Years and Above – Any stitch formation permitted
Age: 4 years and Above Hand Attach Sequins – Age 4 years and Above
 Hand applied sequins are permissible if application guidelines are  Thread: Embroidery/General sewing thread ticket 120.
followed.  If applied singly, double knot off after each sequin
 Shaped sequins such as stars, must have smooth edges  If attached in a group - knot off every third sequin
 Strips of sequins to be attached by lockstitch machine – bar tack start  ‘’Knot off’’ – knot thread and cut off
and finish. At Start:
 Double knot 2 strands of thread together, stitch through fabric
to form a small stitch prior to applying sequin
 To finish:
 Stitch through and double stitch finish and knot
 Thread length start and finish to be 3mm to 5mm.
 Float length – maximum of 1cm, length after cutting 0.5cm to
1cm.
Strips of Sequins:
 The stitch run where possible, must start and finish in a seam
True Knitwear
 Must be attached with Embroidery / general sewing thread.
(as monofilament will cut the yarn)
 If applied to neck area – neck stretch must be unaffected.
No. Category Potential Risk Specification Tech Notes
45 Silica Gel  Choking Silica Gel is banned in Kidswear  Silica Gel is primarily used in moisture re-movement in transit
 Toxicity - Chemical
No. Category Potential Risk Specification Tech Notes
46 Sleep Bags - for use  Entrapment  Flammability must conform to BS EN 14878  Specific Instruction need to be displayed on the Swing Ticket this
in a cot  Flammability  M&S max Tog requirement Tog 3.5 tested to BS 5335 as defined in BS must be signed off by the Departmental Technologist
 Over Heating 8510  Tog Report to be checked before Care Label and Swing Ticket
 To ensure no Entrapment of body into the bag ordering and loaded on to contracts.com at contract seal
Up to 6 months - neck opening must be between 280 – 320mm
6 months upwards - neck opening must be 355 – 395mm
 Dimensional Stability – Length and width change must not exceed +/-
5% when tested to care label instructions
 Label requirements - compliance to BS 8510:2009 must be displayed on
the permanent care label
Popper Release
 Break force to be tested for every: type of popper, size & different  Report to be conducted and passed before popper purchase and
material layers applied through submitted at contract seal
 Break Force Test Method
Unsnapping of poppers ASTM D4846 peel method – popper opening
force before & after 100 open and closes.
TTF Pass required using Lower Spec limit of 1kg & Z = 4
 Ring poppers to be used
 Do not use Cap Poppers as these have a stronger Break force
47 Slippers Socks &  Tripping Age: All Ages  CE Marking: Products that have a play element like a
Slip resistant soles  Must comply with this slip test and abrasion resistance test M&S FP06 rattle or squeeze component should be CE marked
(Satra TM 144 2007)
Age: Under 12 Months

For none walking babies not necessary to test as long as disclaimer ‘not
intended for walking babies’ is clearly marked for the customer
48 Sound Nodules/  Damage to hearing Age: All Ages  Certification of compliance to EN71 part 1 (clause 4.20
Noise Levels  Must comply with acoustic requirements in EN71 part 1. Acoustics).
 Must comply with Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) regs.  Use an appropriate warning: “Do not place close to the ear,
 Refer also to ‘Battery Operated Components’ section in this document misuse may damage hearing”.
for compatibility & labeling  D wash P5A to be submitted at contract seals stage
 Product to be CE marked for EMC
Age: Under 4 years  As the Nodule will have to be applied after metal detection –
 Allowed in this age group provided they are permanently attached and the factory floor will need to be set up to ensure no other
are inaccessible metal contamination is introduced to this area – See ‘Factory
Safety Guidelines’ in Supplier Exchange
49 Swim Short Mesh  Entrapment Age: All Ages  Avoiding skin entrapment is a new requirement into BS 7907
Liner Fabric for  Laceration  Holes in mesh need to be smaller than 1.5mm in diameter to avoid
Boys entrapment of skin.
 Mesh fabric to be soft handle. Agreement of handle should be gained
from the M+S Departmental Fabric Technologist.
50 Touch & Close  Entrapment Age: Under 4 years

Fasteners  Laceration  Use ‘Baby’ touch and close fastener as these have a softer mechanism  Consider snagging of clothes in laundering when positioning
(e.g. Velcro®) the fastening, and for care instructions
Age: All Ages  Please refer to Kidswear Construction guidelines & Make Well
 Risk Assess use and position with departmental technologist documents
 Consider the position and application of each side of the fastening to
reduce the risk of scratching and hair entrapment
 Depending on attachment position - Consider cutting the edges,
rounding off, to reduce the risk of laceration
Toys & Dress UP  All Age: All Ages  Ensure appropriate warnings as specified in EN71 parts 1,2,3 inc.
51
 Must comply with the EU Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC age specific warnings.
 Must comply with EN 71 parts 1 to 11 as required.  Refer to M&S approved standard warnings for toys
 Must comply with all other relevant standards – see this document.  Note: EN71 testing requirements are different for under 3’s and
 Refer to relevant Toy Standards in Home Safety Manual on Quality over 3’s age group. Ensure testing is performed appropriate to
Standards website. the intended age group. If the item is intended for over 3’s but
 Consult with relevant M&S Technologist for any add on you feel it may appeal to under 3’s then test to under 3’s as a
products, give-always, soft toys, key rings or other child precaution and consult with relevant toy technologist.
appealing items.  Note: M&S small parts criteria differs from those specified in
EN71, refer to Toy standards in the Homeware Safety Manual.
Small parts must meet M&S gauge criteria unless agreed with
M&S toy Technologist in exceptional circumstances.
Pens Writing and Marking Instruments
 Sufficient ventilation must be allowed in pen tops ,closures and Labelling
caps to avoid asphyxiation refer to BS 7272 part 1&2  All Toys must be tested to the relevant sections of EN71 and
CE labelled in accordance with EN71 part 6
Dress Up
 Those Toys not suitable for Under 3 Years must carry an
 Please also refer to Kids Dress Up Safety and Performance additional warning to state this
Standards on Quality standards Website
52 Waddings and Quilted  Laceration Age: All Ages Testing

Waddings  Projection  Synthetic Wadding must be made from 100% low melt polyester. This  Waddings in Nightwear – to be assessed and evaluated for tog
Inc Feather & Down  Suffocation includes silicon finished polyester balls. rating BS 4745 at development stage.
 Toxicity – Chemical  Resin treated waddings not permitted.  See Baby sleep bags section
 Toxicity - Pathogen.  Nightwear garments must comply with Nightwear (Safety)  C18 B & C: Determination of free and released Formaldehyde,
(Refer to animal Regulations. 1985. submitted at technical evaluation stage.
infestation policy.  Migration of fibre from wadding must pass P5A test.
Age: 12 months and under  To prevent fibre migration; wadding can be heat bonded, outer
 Feather and Down are not to be used in this age group due to fabrics can be chintzed on the inner surface or a scrim can be
potential over heating used on the wadding.
Wadded Hoods:  Seams must have sufficient bite in order to reduce seam failure
 Garments with wadded hoods for infants must be assessed on a case and the exposure of fillings.
by case basis for suffocation.  We recommend that Silicon finished Polyester Balls are double
 Age: 12 months and under bagged to prevent migration.
Hoods must be assessed for Air Permeability Either (1) Air permeability  Suffocation Hazard Assessment test may be required. This can
BSENISO 9327 and achieve result of greater than 10 litres of air, only be carried at ITS Chicago USA. In this case please, refer to
submitted at technical evaluation stage. department technologist for advice.
Or (2) Suffocation Hazard Assessment – Intertek RAM Test Method
Feathers and Down
Age: Under 4 years  Feather and down must be thoroughly washed and suitably
 No quill to be used in any Feather and Down processed to the British hygiene and cleanliness requirements
E.g. steam cleaned.
Also to be double bagged to prevent migration.
 Please refer to the Animal welfare policy for down wadding on
quality standard website
53 Washed Garments -  Choking hazard Age: All Ages All ages

that use Stones or  Ingestion  Sand Blasting is banned from ALL Childrenswear styles  Apply all componentry after washing.
Sand.  Inhalation  Where there are attached components TTF must be tested after  Adequate rinse cycles must be used to remove/neutralise
 Insertion garment washing residual chemicals including wash chemicals and enzymes.
 If mock ups are used to test componentry , they must be washed  Ensure for all chemicals used ECP is adhered to. Ensure Safety
data sheets are available.
Age: Under 4 Years
 Stones not permitted on garments with any pockets or areas where 4 Years and Above
stones can be entrapped.  Where stones are used all pockets must be tacked closed before
washing, and all garments 100% inspected for loose stones
No Category Potential Hazard Specification Technical notes
Age: All Ages
54 Zips  Choking  Zip supplier must be informed that it is an M&S Kidswear order Figure 1
 Inhalation  Must be free of rough edges.
 Injection  Decorative pullers should be risk assessed, and where appropriate a design hazard assessment conducted.
 Insertion  Polyester zip tapes should be used for greater strength.
 Laceration  Zip puller length – refer to Cords and Drawstring appendix
 Penile entrapment Zips must be manufactured to set lengths. Continuous rolls of nylon coil zips not acceptable.
 Toxicity - chemical  Please refer to TTF / Pull Test Appendix
Top and bottom stops
 Must not be claw type. Fig 2 (see technical notes)
 D Stops, and injection molded or welded top stops, must be used.
 Cut coil ends must not protrude above the top stop.
 Open end zips must have a top stop to retain the slider.
Age: Under 4 years
 Metal Zips not allowed.
 No metal top stops
 Bottom stop can be metal provided they are ‘H’ type  Claw type top and bottom stops.
 Sliders and pullers can be metal, provided they meet the criteria in ‘ALL’ section above. Claw stop must be replaced by an H block
 Plastic molded zips preferred. bottom stop.
 Coil zips only allowed when zip will not be in direct contact with the body.
 Zip guards to be used to avoid entrapment when zipper is directly in contact with skin – especially in the neck
area
 Zip Tabs – A fabric tab should cover the zip puller on Kids nightwear e.g. Walk in Sleepers to avoid the zip
digging into the child while asleep
 Ideally Zip puller should be Direct Attachment (one-piece) Pullers. Any Indirect Attachment (two-piece) Figure 2
Pullers MUST be TTF tested and Zip supplier to confirm suitability for M&S Kidswear production before order
placed  Testing:
 TTF (P115b) on zip puller submitted at contract seal stages - this test is carried out by the zip manufacturer. Zip manufacturer to carry out CS13 test on each
 Material or add-on pullers TTF (P115b) required, this is to be carried out by the garment manufacturer. This is in type of zip supplied. (BS 3804:2006)
addition to the zip puller TTF above.
 Wadded fabric zip pullers need to be double bagged and assessed by the departmental technologist at Figure 2
development stage. Metal
BOYS FLY OPENINGS
Age: 5 Years and Under
 Functioning zips on boys fly openings are not allowed.
 Mock openings with an elasticated waistband, press stud, or button fly’s should be used as alternatives. (Code
of practice requirement BS7907)
Age: 6 Years and Above
Coil
 When allowed, zips can be made of metal however zips with plastic elements reduce the risk of entrapment.
 Where metal zips are used for ages 6 years and above, they must be designed with an inner flap at least 2.0cm
wide, and secured by stitching across the base of the fly opening. Plastic
GIRLS FLY OPENINGS molded
 Zips are permitted for Age 4 and above

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Product Safety Audit (PSA)

First the Hazards need to be identified

Inhalation (or Aspiration)

Insertion (object into body)

British and European Standards are available at http://www.bsi-global.com/en/Standards-and-Publications/

BPA (Baby Products Association)

Feather & Down

Toys / Add -Ons

 C61 Determination of Phthalates

Age: Under 4 Years

 Refer to “Battery Directive 2006-66-EC Marking Requirements and

3 Beads  Choking hazard Age: All Ages Hand applied Beads:

If applied to neck area – ensure neck stretch is checked. Please refer

Age: Under 3 years

Age: Over 4 Years

Figure 1 Prong should

 Star clench back not permitted due to sharp edges. Eyelets

Age: Under 4 Years

Age: Over 4 Years

Age: All ages

7 Bows Age: All Ages Figure 1

Age: Under 4 Years

Age: 4 Years and Above

 D Wash P5A required

Age: Under 4 Years

Age: Under 4 Years

 Buttons made from polyester are preferred

 PLEASE REFER to TTF / Pull Test Appendix

Age: Under 4 Years

 Buttons attached to corsages – require TTF testing

 3 D Ball shaped Attachment – defined as one that come off in it’s

11 Decorative Feathers  Choking  See Kidswear Dress-up performance standard Feathers

12 Diamantes  Choking Age: All Ages

Age: Under 4 years

14 Dressing up &  ALL RISKS Age: All Ages

Age: 3 Years and Under

15 Dry Cleaning  Inhalation Age: Under 12 months

Age: All Ages

 Garments can only be labelled Dry Clean with the prior

Age: Under 12 Months Development

Age: 4 Years and Above Labeling

 Flash flame testing may be required on certain products please refer

19 Flammability -  Burns Age: Age 3 months and Above:

20 Flash Flame  Burns Age: All Ages

Toe Seam – to be 1.0cm max

Knitwear – Children – Age 24 months Upwards

Manufacturing Safety Requirements & Tolerances

22 Hanger Loops  Strangulation  Use Short Loops

23 Hoods and  Burns Age: All Ages

Age: Under 12 Months

Age: 3 years and Under

24 Hooks and Eyes  Choking

25 Jewelry  All Age: Under 3 years

26 Lace crochet  Entrapment Age: All Ages

(Note: Cellulosics generally do not meet the regulations.)

Age: 12 Months and Under

No. Category Potential Hazard Specification Tech Notes

30 Magnets  Aspiration/ Inhalation CLOTHING FOOTWEAR & ACCESSORIES

31 (Cont) (Cont) Age: Under 4 Years Figure 2:

Fully welded, one piece metal.

Antimony ( Sb) < 60ppm

Dimethyl Fumarate (DMF)