News

Revised ACR publication – ACR Information sheet number 4 rev2

The ACR is pleased to announce the publication of it’s revised Information Sheet No 4

The original Information sheet No 4 provided information in regard to the issues surrounding the relationship between BS EN 795 and the European PPE Directive 89/686/EEC (both of which deal with various types of Fall Protection Anchors)

With the publication in 2012 of the non-harmonised standard, EN 795, many Clients and Manufacturers are left in confusion and difficulty when trying to now specify an appropriate approval for an eyebolt, horizontal life line system or track system.

Rev1  subsequently provided an overview of the current situation regarding the approval process.

However many seem confused with regards to testing to EN 795 1996 and 2012 as well as the requirement to CE marking generally.

Rev 2 now provides  summary points that may assist readers understanding the requirements

This documents can be downloaded free of charge from the ACR website
more info