ASTM F1064-21 - Standard Practice for Sampling and Inspection of Complete and Incomplete Alpine Ski/Binding/Boot Systems in Rental Applications

1.1 This practice establishes a uniform method for the sampling and inspection of complete and incomplete Alpine ski/binding/boot systems used in rental operations. This practice is appropriate for use in rental applications in which all or part of the functional components of the system are supplied by the rental facility.

1.2 This practice should be followed by any facility that rents complete or incomplete Alpine ski/binding/boot systems to an end user.

1.3 This practice is not intended for use with other ski boot or bindings systems, such as alpine touring or pin/tech systems. Use of ski boots or ski bindings that do not meet the requirements for alpine ski equipment can cause unexpected release and retention characteristics.

1.4 This standard does not apply to a ski/binding/boot system that is rented to one individual for the majority of a season and not returned to the rental inventory until the end of the season (often referred to as a seasonal rental); such systems will follow the practice provided in Practice F1063.

1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.