M/307 - Protection against falls
Mandate to CEN concerning the execution of standardization work, within the context of directive 89/686/CEE relating to personal protective equipment, for the purpose of revising standard EN 795 "Protection against falls from a height - anchor devices - requirements and testings"
Mandate M/307 was issued to CEN to carry out standardization work under directive 89/686/CEE on personal protective equipment. The mandate focuses on revising standard EN 795, which addresses protection against falls from height by specifying requirements and testing methods for anchor devices. This revision aims to update and improve safety standards for fall protection equipment to ensure compliance with the directive. The decision on this mandate was recorded under resolution CEN/BT C48/2002.
Purpose
This mandate concerns the revision of the European standard EN 795, which addresses protection against falls from height. It focuses on anchor devices used as personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent falls. The work supports directive 89/686/EEC on PPE by ensuring that standards remain up to date with the latest safety and performance requirements.
Standardisation request
The request is directed to CEN (European Committee for Standardization) to undertake standardization activities aimed at revising EN 795. The revision should cover requirements and testing methods for anchor devices used in fall protection systems, ensuring alignment with the relevant provisions of directive 89/686/EEC.
Expected deliverables
- A revised version of EN 795
- Updated specifications outlining the requirements for anchor devices
- Revised test methods to assess safety and performance of fall protection equipment
Context
Directive 89/686/EEC governs the design and manufacture of personal protective equipment within the EU. EN 795 is a harmonized standard supporting compliance with this directive specifically for anchor devices used in fall arrest systems. This mandate enables CEN to update EN 795 to reflect technological advancements, improve safety, and facilitate harmonized application across the EU member states. The resolution approving this mandate is recorded as CEN/BT C48/2002.
This mandate covers the revision of standard EN 795, which relates to protection against falls from height through anchor devices. It focuses on personal protective equipment within the scope of directive 89/686/CEE, specifically addressing requirements and testing of anchor devices designed to prevent falls in workplaces and related sectors.
General Information
This European Standard specifies the characteristics of metal framing components (e.g. profiles, hangers and connectors) intended to be used in building construction works in conjunction with gypsum boards manufactured according to EN 520, EN 15283 1 and EN 15283 2 and gypsum board products from reprocessing conforming to EN 14190 where the assembly is non-loadbearing. Such assemblies include, for example, partitions, wall and ceiling linings, ceilings with mechanically fixed boards and the cladding of beams, columns, ducts and shafts.
It covers the following performance characteristics: reaction to fire, flexural (yield) strength and loadbearing capacity of suspension components to be measured according to the relevant test methods as specified or cited in this European Standard.
Amendment: Delete the second paragraph.
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A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.
M/307 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Mandate to CEN concerning the execution of standardization work, within the context of directive 89/686/CEE relating to personal protective equipment, for the purpose of revising standard EN 795 "Protection against falls from a height - anchor devices - requirements and testings"". Mandate to CEN concerning the execution of standardization work, within the context of directive 89/686/CEE relating to personal protective equipment, for the purpose of revising standard EN 795 "Protection against falls from a height - anchor devices - requirements and testings" There are 1 standards developed under this mandate.
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