ASTM F2122-13

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Designation: F2122 − 13 An American National Standard
Standard Practice for
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Treestand Safety Devices
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2122; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.2.4 fall arrest system, n—system that is assembled for the
purpose of arresting an accidental fall of its user. A FAS
1.1 This practice provides guidance for providing user
consists of a full body harness, lanyard, anchorage means, and
safety devices on treestands.
connecting.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
3.2.5 full body harness, n—component with a design of
as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
straps that is fastened about the person in a manner so as to
standard.
contain the torso and distribute the fall arrest forces over at
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the
least the upper thighs, pelvis, chest, and shoulders, with means
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
for attaching it to other components or subsystems.
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.2.6 handclimber, or climbing aid, n—device to assist
priate safety and health practices and determine the applica-
climbing with a climbing treestand. A structure that allows the
bility of regulatory limitations prior to use.
user to support his weight when lifting a climbing treestand
with his legs.
2. Referenced Documents
3.2.7 integral seat, n—treestand seat which is attached to
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
the base (where the user stands) platform.
F2121 Practice for Treestand Labels
3.2.8 ladder treestand, n—treestand that is secured to the
F2123 Practice for Treestand Instructions
tree at the elevation where the platform is located. (The ladder
F2337 Test Method for Treestand Fall Arrest System
treestand may be secured to the tree at other locations and has
steps that are used to reach the platform or hunting position.)
3. Terminology
3.2.9 non-climbing, fixed position or hang-on treestand,
3.1 The terminology and definitions in the referenced docu-
n—treestand that is secured to the tree at the elevation where it
ments are applicable to this practice.
is used. (The user usually ascends the tree by some means and
3.2 Definitions:
then lifts the treestand to the desired position and secures it for
3.2.1 backbar, n—adjustable component of a climbing tree-
use.)
stand or handclimber that engages the tree to provide support.
3.2.10 platform, n—horizontal structural area of a treestand
The backbar may be rigid or flexible.
on which the user stands and/or places his feet.
3.2.2 climbing stick, n—device to assist climbing a tree
3.2.11 suspension relief device, n—device to allow relief of
primarily to a fixed position treestand. A structure that is
a person’s weight on the lower extremities if suspended in a
secured to the tree and allows the user to support his weight
harness or allow the user to descend to the ground. The device
and climb to the desired height on the tree.
is to help maintain circulation in the legs and help prevent
3.2.3 climbing treestand, n—treestand that provides both the
suspension trauma (blood pooling).
means to ascend the tree, and allow the user to remain at a
3.2.12 tripod or tower stand, n—tripod or tower stand is
desired elevation.
constructed to be self-supporting and is not required to be
secured to a tree.
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This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F08 on Sports 3.2.13 two person treestand, n—ladder or hang-on treestand
Equipment, Playing Surfaces, and Facilities and is the direct responsibility of
designed and marketed for use by two persons simultaneously.
Subcommittee F08.18 on Treestands.
CurrenteditionapprovedJune1,2013.PublishedJuly2013.Originallyapproved
4. Summary of Practice
in 2001. Last previous edition approved in 2008 as F2122 – 08. DOI: 10.1520/
F2122-13.
4.1 This practice provides guidelines for the selection,
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
availability and placement of user safety devices on treestands
contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
and climbing sticks particularly for quality assurance and
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
the ASTM website. adequacy of auxiliary safety including:
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