16 CFR § 1213.2 - Definitions.

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title_name: "Commercial Practices"
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chapter_name: "CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION"
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part_name: "SAFETY STANDARD FOR ENTRAPMENT HAZARDS IN BUNK BEDS"
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# 1213.2 Definitions.

As used in this part 1213:

*Bed.* See *Bunk bed.*

*Bed end structure* means an upright unit at the head and foot of the bed to which the side rails attach.

*Bunk bed* means a bed in which the underside of any foundation is over 30 inches (760 mm) from the floor.

*Foundation* means the base or support on which a mattress rests.

*Guardrail* means a rail or guard on a side of the upper bunk to prevent a sleeping occupant from falling or rolling out.