This standard provides criteria for identification, configuration, installation, use, inspections and maintenance of anchor systems for roofing (later referred to as "anchor systems"). It also provides useful guidance for their design.
This standard specifies point, linear and combined anchor systems, intended for permanent installation to be used with personal fall protection systems.
This standard provides the principles of risk assessment associated with falling hazards referring to working on roofs.
This standard does not deal with the risks associated with hazards different falls from heights.
This standard does not provide criteria for identification and use of personal protective equipment and collective protective equipment to be used in roofing.