QSI Edge Anchor with Energy Absorber

• Material: high strength aluminium alloy
• minimum braking system strength: 15 KN
• net weight 3000 GM +/- 10gm
• conforms to EN795 : 2012 Type B

EN 795 – Personal fall protection equipment – Anchor devices The European standard relating to the testing of personal fall protection equipment – Anchor Devices – EN 795 has been updated. The revised standard gives far greater detail on testing and a greater onus on the test method.

There are five different types of anchor device that fall under the scope of EN 795. In some instances, anchor devices that fell within the scope of EN 795:1996 may not be within the scope of EN 795:2012. This is normally because they cannot be removed from the structure due to being permanently fixed, such as with rivets, studs, screws, welds or resin bonding. Table 1 shows the definitions for EN 795:2012. Table 1: Definitions within EN 795:2012

Type A – anchor device with one or more stationary anchor points while in use, and with the need for a structural anchor(s) or fixing element(s) to fix to the structure.

Type B – anchor device with one or more stationary anchor points without the need for a structural anchor(s) or fixing element(s) to fix to the structure.

Class C – anchor devices employing a flexible anchor line which deviates from the horizontal by not more than 15º.

Type D – Anchor device employing a rigid anchor line which deviates from the horizontal by not more than 15º.

Type E – Anchor device for use on surfaces up to 5º from the horizontal, where the performance relies solely on mass and friction between itself and the surface. Each of the types (or classes) indicated in table 1 has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on the situation for which an anchor device is required.

Types C and D allow for greater manoeuvrability compared with A, B and E devices, as they allow the user to move quickly along a line without having to swap or move anchorage points. Type B anchor devices are designed to be easily transported when compared to other types, as they normally require minimal installation or can be broken down and moved quickly. Type A devices are normally small and lower cost compared with the four other types. Type E anchor devices are created by connecting multiple sections of mass to create a large deadweight and, in many cases, are designed to be used on multiple roof surfaces without the need to affect the roof integrity.