prEN 795

Personal fall protection equipment - Anchor devices

Publication date:   Nov 10, 2022

Scope

This European Standard specifies requirements for performance and associated test methods for single-user anchor devices which are not permanently secured to the structure. These anchor devices incorporate stationary or travelling (mobile) anchor points designed for the attachment of components of a personal fall protection system in accordance with EN 363:2018.
This European Standard also gives requirements for marking and instructions for use, and guidance on
installation.
This European Standard is not applicable to:
- anchor devices intended to allow more than one user to be attached at any one time;
- anchor devices used in any sports or recreational activity;
- equipment designed to conform to EN 516:2006;
- permanent anchor devices and roof safety hooks conforming to EN 17235;
- elements or parts of structures which were installed for use other than as anchor points or anchor
devices, e.g., beams, girders;
- structural anchors (see 3.3).

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