ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022)
(Test Method)Standard Test Method for Portable High Anchor Devices
Standard Test Method for Portable High Anchor Devices
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 Static Load Test—This test verifies that the portable high anchor device can support the design load without permanent deformation and continue to function in a safe manner.
4.2 Load Test for Failure—This test determines the force at which the portable high anchor device fails.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method applies to portable high anchor devices that may be used by rescue personnel during both training exercises and actual rescue operations.
1.2 This test method covers two mechanical tests, the Static Load Test and the Load Test for Failure.
1.3 Tests contained herein are destructive in nature. Portable high anchor devices subjected to any of these tests shall not be used in any way after testing except in evaluating the results of such testing.
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard.
1.5 This specification does not imply approval of any method of use of portable high anchor devices. In addition, the tests described are laboratory tests and do not duplicate field conditions. Furthermore, the test load values contained herein are not to be interpreted as the forces which a portable high anchor device may be subjected to, or may be expected to sustain, in actual field use.
1.6 See Section 6 on Hazards for safety warning.
1.7 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Oct-2022
- Technical Committee
- F32 - Search and Rescue
- Drafting Committee
- F32.01 - Equipment, Testing, and Maintenance
Overview
ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022) establishes standardized laboratory test methods for portable high anchor devices used in rescue operations and training. Developed by ASTM International, this standard evaluates the mechanical performance and safety of portable high anchor devices such as davits, tripods, A-frames, and similar equipment designed to support human loads. By specifying procedures for both static load testing and load-to-failure testing, the standard helps verify that such equipment functions safely within its design specifications.
Portable high anchor devices are vital components in the personal safety and rescue industries, providing anchor points for fall prevention systems, rescue hoists, and confined space entry operations. Adherence to ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022) ensures product reliability and consistent performance, promoting user safety in a range of demanding environments.
Key Topics
1. Scope of Testing
- Applies to manufactured portable high anchor devices intended for use in both training and actual rescue scenarios.
- Addresses destructive mechanical tests, after which tested devices must not be used except for evaluation purposes.
2. Main Tests Defined
- Static Load Test: Verifies support of the design load without permanent deformation and confirms continued device functionality.
- Load Test for Failure: Determines the maximum force at which the device fails, identifying fracture, collapse, or inability to support the load.
3. Test Configuration and Reporting
- Devices must be positioned and tested according to manufacturer instructions, incorporating any required adjuncts.
- Test results report loading configurations, member deformations, fractures, and the functionality of moving parts.
4. Safety and Compliance
- Tests are conducted under controlled laboratory conditions and may not replicate field use.
- Users are responsible for maintaining appropriate safety and regulatory practices in accordance with Section 6 on hazards.
- Testing uses either SI or inch-pound units; values from different systems should not be combined.
Applications
Practical Uses of ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022):
- Manufacturer Quality Assurance: Ensures that portable high anchor devices, such as rescue tripods and davits, meet internationally recognized safety and performance criteria before reaching the market.
- Rescue Agency Procurement: Assists search and rescue organizations, fire departments, and industrial safety managers in selecting portable anchor devices that have been independently verified for safety and function.
- Training Validation: Supports safe training environments by confirming the mechanical integrity of anchor devices used in exercises.
- Accident Investigation and Product Evaluation: Provides a consistent framework for failing device analysis and root cause investigation.
Industries Using This Standard:
- Emergency and technical rescue
- Confined space entry
- Construction and industrial safety
- Utility and maintenance operations
Related Standards
- ANSI Z359.1: Safety Requirements for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems, and Components - references load requirements related to anchorage connectors.
- ASTM F32 Committee Standards: Related equipment, testing, and maintenance standards for search and rescue.
- OSHA Standards: Occupational safety standards for fall protection and rescue equipment.
Conclusion
ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022) enhances the safety and reliability of portable high anchor devices through rigorous standardized test methods. Its implementation in manufacturing, procurement, and training helps reduce risk and promote best practices in rescue and safety operations worldwide. For comprehensive compliance and risk mitigation, organizations should ensure that their anchor devices are tested to this standard alongside other relevant national and international safety standards.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Test Method for Portable High Anchor Devices". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 Static Load Test—This test verifies that the portable high anchor device can support the design load without permanent deformation and continue to function in a safe manner. 4.2 Load Test for Failure—This test determines the force at which the portable high anchor device fails. SCOPE 1.1 This test method applies to portable high anchor devices that may be used by rescue personnel during both training exercises and actual rescue operations. 1.2 This test method covers two mechanical tests, the Static Load Test and the Load Test for Failure. 1.3 Tests contained herein are destructive in nature. Portable high anchor devices subjected to any of these tests shall not be used in any way after testing except in evaluating the results of such testing. 1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard. 1.5 This specification does not imply approval of any method of use of portable high anchor devices. In addition, the tests described are laboratory tests and do not duplicate field conditions. Furthermore, the test load values contained herein are not to be interpreted as the forces which a portable high anchor device may be subjected to, or may be expected to sustain, in actual field use. 1.6 See Section 6 on Hazards for safety warning. 1.7 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 4.1 Static Load Test—This test verifies that the portable high anchor device can support the design load without permanent deformation and continue to function in a safe manner. 4.2 Load Test for Failure—This test determines the force at which the portable high anchor device fails. SCOPE 1.1 This test method applies to portable high anchor devices that may be used by rescue personnel during both training exercises and actual rescue operations. 1.2 This test method covers two mechanical tests, the Static Load Test and the Load Test for Failure. 1.3 Tests contained herein are destructive in nature. Portable high anchor devices subjected to any of these tests shall not be used in any way after testing except in evaluating the results of such testing. 1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in nonconformance with the standard. 1.5 This specification does not imply approval of any method of use of portable high anchor devices. In addition, the tests described are laboratory tests and do not duplicate field conditions. Furthermore, the test load values contained herein are not to be interpreted as the forces which a portable high anchor device may be subjected to, or may be expected to sustain, in actual field use. 1.6 See Section 6 on Hazards for safety warning. 1.7 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM F2684/F2684M-07(2022) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.60 - Protection against falling and slipping. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
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This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F2684/F2684M − 07 (Reapproved 2022)
Standard Test Method for
Portable High Anchor Devices
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2684/F2684M; 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 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This test method applies to portable high anchor devices
2.1 ANSI Standard:
that may be used by rescue personnel during both training
Z359.1-2007 American National Standard Safety Require-
exercises and actual rescue operations.
ments for Personal Fall Arrest Systems, Subsystems and
Components
1.2 This test method covers two mechanical tests, the Static
Load Test and the Load Test for Failure.
3. Terminology
1.3 Tests contained herein are destructive in nature. Portable
3.1 Definitions:
high anchor devices subjected to any of these tests shall not be
3.1.1 portable high anchor, n—a manufactured device de-
used in any way after testing except in evaluating the results of
signed to support human loads. Examples include, but are not
such testing.
limited to: davits, A-frames, tripods, quadpods, and cantile-
1.4 The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units
vered devices.
are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in
each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each
4. Significance and Use
system shall be used independently of the other. Combining
4.1 Static Load Test—This test verifies that the portable high
values from the two systems may result in nonconformance
anchor device can support the design load without permanent
with the standard.
deformation and continue to function in a safe manner.
1.5 This specification does not imply approval of any
4.2 Load Test for Failure—This test determines the force at
method of use of portable high anchor devices. In addition, the
which the portable high anchor device fails.
tests described are laboratory tests and do not duplicate field
conditions. Furthermore, the test load values contained herein
5. Apparatus
are not to be interpreted as the forces which a portable high
5.1 For both tests, the portable high anchor device shall be
anchor device may be subjected to, or may be expected to
positioned on a flat concrete surface in the manner described by
sustain, in actual field use.
the manufacturer’s instructions for use.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the
5.1.1 Where portable high anchor devices are designed to be
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
affixed to a base or structural member that is not part of the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
device, the manufacturer shall provide a test base that most
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
closely resembles the structural element to which the device is
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
designed to be affixed. This test base shall be completely stable
See Section 6 on Hazards for safety warning.
and shall be permitted to be bolted down to prevent movement
1.7 This international standard was developed in accor-
during the test.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
5.1.2 Portable high anchors designed to be attached to
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
flanged rims of vessel openings would require a test base to
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
simulate the flanged portal to which the device is designed to
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
be affixed.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5.1.3 Portable high anchors such as beam clamps that are
designed to be attached to a structural element would require a
compatible section of the beam to which the device is designed
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F32 on Search
to be affixed.
and Rescue and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F32.01 on Equipment,
Testing, and Maintenance.
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2022. Published November 2022. Originally
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F2684/F2684M − 07 (2022)
6. Hazards 8.2.3 The force shall be held for 30 6 1.0 s, and then the
tension shall be completely released over a maximum of 1 min.
6.1 This standard does not purport to address all of the
8.2.4 The force shall be reapplied immediately and shall be
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
increased to the same maximum force as previously exerted
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
and held for 5 min 6 10.0 s before release.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 8.2.5 At the conclusion of the Static Load Test described in
8.2, the sample portable high anchor device shall be inspected
7. Sampling, Test Specimens, and Test Units to determine pass/fail. A portable high anchor device shall be
considered to fail if any of the following is observed:
7.1 Two samples of each model of portable high anchor
8.2.5.1 If any of the load-bearing members remains de-
device shall be required.
flected by more than 1 % of the length of the member from its
7.1.1 Samples of each model of each portable high anchor
original position.
device shall be selected randomly for te
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