This International Standard specifies test methods for the determination of the stability, the strength and the durability of all types of office tables designed to be used in the seated and/or standing position, e.g. work tables, height adjustable tables, meeting tables, and desks. It applies to tables that are fully assembled and ready for use.This International Standard does not contain test methods for storage elements. These can be found in ISO 7170.The tests consist of the application, to various parts of the units, of loads, forces and velocities simulating normal functional use, as well as misuse, that might reasonably be expected to occur.With the