This standard applies to mechanically powered, trigger-activated killing traps for use on land to kill mammals. It includes requirements on performance and other characteristics, as well as specifications on terminology, classification and test methods for the killing traps. It is suitable for use in product certification and provides also a framework for future technological developments.
Gravity-operated traps, non-manufactured traps, set-guns and traps incorporating poison are not covered by this standard.
Restraining traps on land and submersion traps will be specified in standards C**/CGSB-144.2 and C**/CGSB-144.3, respectively (both standards are under development as of November 1996).
The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipment that could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use. Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.
