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WAHSA TGN08 - Requirements for CE marking of anchor deviceshot!

28.08.2008

While some EU countries have interpreted publications from Brussels to suggest that classes ‘A’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ anchor devices to EN795 are no longer considered to be PPE, DTI (now BERR) have confirmed that in the UK, these devices are still considered to be PPE, and therefore still require CE marking and appropriate Category III PPE compliance, obtained through independent third party certification by a notified body.

It is important to be aware that simply having a product tested by a notified body does not fully satisfy this - the CE marking procedure has additional requirements. Guidance on this procedure is given below.

This guidance note has been reviewed by BERR, who confirm that, at the date of publication, the information that it contains is correct.

WAHSA TGN07 Referencehot!

12.06.2006

This information sheet is a reference guide to sources of information relating to work at height in a wide
range of industries. It has been compiled with considerable assistance from HSE's Construction Division
Technology Unit to which we offer thanks.

WAHSA TGN06 Anchorshot!

12.06.2006

This leaflet is intended to provide guidance on carrying out periodic examination on class A1 Anchor
Devices to BS EN 795[1] in accordance with the recommendations of BS 7883:2005[2].

It offers general advice about the types of issues which should be considered. It does not give
information detailed guidance on specific procedures or indicate whether individual methods might be
preferable.

More general information on inspecting equipment for work at height can be found in WAHSA technical
guidance note no 3.

WAHSA TGN05 Rescuehot!

12.06.2006

Guidance on rescue during work at height
Introduction
This leaflet is intended to provide guidance on emergency planning and the provision of rescue
resources for work at height, either for rescue of an incapacitated person by others, or self evacuation of
an individual without additional assistance.
The emergency planning element is often not considered when work at height is being planned.
Employers may wish to consider the following points:
• there is a lack of awareness of the effects of suspension in a harness and its consequences
• employers often fail to appreciate where and when rescue provision is required
• employers often fail to provide adequate rescue equipment or appreciate what is suitable
equipment for use in rescue
• because rescue operations are carried out under extreme pressure, consideration should be
given to all aspects of the rescue process. Elements to consider would include the type of
equipment required, the demands placed upon the rescuer, the training the rescuer will require
to carry out the rescue and how the effectiveness of the rescue system as a whole can be
maintained.
This guidance note offers general information about the issues which should be considered for
emergency procedures for all work at height.
It does not give information or detailed guidance on specific procedures or indicate whether individual
methods might be preferable. Each site and each situation will be different.

WAHSA TGN04 Lanyardshot!

12.06.2006

This information sheet gives guidance on the use of energy absorbing lanyards for work at height.
Several safety issues have been raised with respect to these products, as follows:

- clearance distance below anchor points
- methods of use of twin energy absorbing lanyards
- the use of energy absorbing lanyards for restraint purposes
- the effects the weight of the user may have on the performance of energy absorbers
- degradation and limited lifespan of lanyards

Although this leaflet cannot give definitive guidance on all aspects of the problems indicated above, it is
hoped to clarify some misconception and to highlight safety critical aspects when possible.

WAHSA TGN03 Inspectionhot!

12.06.2006

This leaflet is intended to provide guidance on the interpretation of Regulation 12 of the Work at Height Regulations, 2005 (WAHR).

It offers general advice on inspection regimes for personal equipment used to provide protection against falls from a height and is intended to give information on the frequency, procedure and level of detail of inspection and the type of records which must be kept.

It does not give information about the criteria for inspecting individual products, methods of care or
cleaning, or information about storage and or maintenance. Employers should consult the manufacturer and/or supplier of the equipment for any product-specific inspection requirements.

This leaflet does not deal with requirements for anchor points, which are discussed in leaflet no. 1

WAHSA TGN02 Fall arrest blockshot!

12.06.2006

This information sheet gives guidance on the use of retractable type fall arresters for work at height.
These products are commonly known as fall arrest blocks. Several safety issues have been raised with respect to these products, when used as follows:

- in the horizontal plane
- at their maximum extension
- where the lifeline may pass over an edge during arrest
- when connected via an energy absorbing lanyard to the harness
- when the users weight exceeds 100Kg

Although this leaflet cannot give definitive guidance on all aspects of the problems indicated above, it is hoped to clarify some misconception and to highlight safety critical aspects when possible.

WAHSA TGN01 Considerations for use of FPE.pdfhot!

12.06.2006

This information sheet gives very brief guidance on points to consider when selecting and using
personal fall protection equipment such as anchor devices, harnesses and lanyards.

It is intended for employers, supervisors and users of such equipment, as an indication of the types ofd issues which should be considered. It is summary guidance only. The order of items is not significant.