The EN 13782 standard is the European benchmark for the safety of temporary structures, specifically mobile tents. It defines mandatory safety requirements for the entire lifecycle of a structure—from initial design and structural calculation to manufacturing, installation, and long-term maintenance. Core Objectives of the Standard

Key Coverage: It addresses structural stability, fire behavior of fabrics, and wind/snow load specifications.

Note: EN 13782 supersedes older national standards (e.g., UK’s BS 6349 for tents, France’s NF S 54-001). Compliance is mandatory for event structures in many EU member states.

Scope of EN 13782