Portwest Web 3m Fall Arrest Block, Orange

Standards and labels

• EN 360:2002

  EN 360:2002 is a European standard that describes the requirements and test methods for fall arresters with a retractable line used for personal fall protection. It sets guidelines for how well the fall arresters should perform, how they should be tested, and the information that should be provided with the product. The test results will show the strength and safety of the fall arresters and the retractable line.

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• EN 362:1992

  EN 362:1992 is a European standard that tells manufacturers how to make connectors used for personal fall protection. It sets guidelines on how well they should perform, how they should be tested and the information that should be provided with the product. The test results will show the strength and safety of the connectors. It also states that the manufacturers should provide information about the product performance and safety instructions with the connectors.

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• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

• PPE Category 3

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 3 refers to equipment that is complex and provide the highest level of protection such as powered respirators, SCBA, and full body suits. In Europe, PPE Category 3 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place, have to be audited regularly by a notified body and have to have a technical documentation.