What is PD CEN/TS 16415-Anchor devices for use by more than one person simultaneously about?
PD CEN/TS 16415 is a technical specification on personal fall protection equipment that discusses the recommendations for anchor devices for use by more than one person simultaneously to ensure fall protection.
PD CEN/TS 16415 sets out recommendations for requirements, test apparatus, test methods, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer for anchor devices intended for use by more than one user simultaneously.
The scope and the requirements are based on the philosophy that anchor devices are rated to sustain the maximum dynamic force generated in a fall from a height by the mass of more than one person, including any equipment carried. The static strength tests are based on a minimum factor of safety of two.
To allow for foreseeable misuse of equipment, PD CEN/TS 16415 provides requirements and test methods for anchor devices, used in personal fall protection equipment.
Note1: PD CEN/TS 16415 is not applicable to
- Anchor devices intended to allow only one user to be attached at any one time, which are covered by EN 795:2012
- Anchor devices used in any sports or recreational activity
- Equipment designed to conform to EN 516 or EN 517
- Elements or parts of structures that were installed for use other than as anchor points or anchor devices, e.g., beams, girders
- Structural anchors
Note2: Requirements, test methods, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer for anchor devices intended for use by a single user are covered by European Standard EN 795:2012.
Who is PD CEN/TS 16415-Anchor devices for use by more than one person simultaneously for?
PD CEN/TS 16415 on anchor devices for use by more than one person simultaneously is useful for:
- Anchor device manufacturers
- Anchor device designers
- Anchor device test personnel
- Industrial manufacturing plants
- Risk assessment authorities
- Quality assurance departments
Why should you use PD CEN/TS 16415-Anchor devices for use by more than one person simultaneously?
A reliable anchor device is one of the essential components of a personal fall protection system. It is essential that anchor devices are designed and manufactured so that, in the foreseeable conditions of use for which they are intended, the user can perform the risk-related activity while being appropriately protected.
PD CEN/TS 16415 provides you with guidelines on the requirements of type A, B, C, D, E anchor devices, test methods for type A, B, C, D, E anchor devices, test for determining the dynamic strength, static strength and integrity of anchor devices and much more.
The requirements and test methods provided by PD CEN/TS 16415 assist you in improving the performance of the anchor device that is intended for use by more than one person simultaneously and ensure the safety of the user.
