EN 17109:2020
(Main)Mountaineering equipment - Individual safety systems for rope courses - Safety requirements and test methods
Mountaineering equipment - Individual safety systems for rope courses - Safety requirements and test methods
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for components of an individual safety system for protection against a fall from height used in permanent and mobile rope courses as defined in EN 15567 1.
The products considered in this standard are not intended to limit, by themselves, the deceleration of the fall of the user, as defined in EN 15567 1. For this requirement, it is essential to consider the whole ropes course system.
Safety lines and harness are not covered in this standard.
Bergsteigerausrüstung - Einzelsicherungssysteme für Seilgärten - Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Dieses Dokument legt sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Bestandteile von Einzelsicherungssystemen zum Schutz gegen Absturz zum Einsatz in permanenten und mobilen Seilgärten nach der Definition in EN 15567 1 fest.
Die in dieser Norm betrachteten Produkte sind für sich genommen nicht dazu bestimmt, die Verzögerung beim Absturz des Nutzers nach Definition in EN 15567 1 zu begrenzen. Hierfür ist es erforderlich, das komplette Seilgartensystem zu betrachten.
Sicherungsebenen und Anseilgurte werden in dieser Norm nicht behandelt.
Équipement d’alpinisme et d’escalade - Systèmes d’assurage individuels pour parcours acrobatiques en hauteur - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Le présent document spécifie des exigences de sécurité et des méthodes d'essai qui s'appliquent aux composants des systèmes d'assurage individuels de protection contre les chutes de hauteur utilisés dans les parcours acrobatiques en hauteur permanents et mobiles tels que définis dans l'EN 15567 1.
Les produits traités dans la présente norme n'ont pas pour objet de limiter, en tant que tels, la décélération de la chute de l'utilisateur telle que définie dans l'EN 15567 1. Pour ce qui est de cette exigence, il est essentiel de prendre en considération l'ensemble du dispositif de parcours acrobatique en hauteur.
Les lignes de vie et les harnais ne sont pas couverts par la présente norme.
Gorniška oprema - Vrvni plezalni parki - Individualni varnostni sistem - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2020
Gorniška oprema - Vrvni plezalni parki - Individualni varnostni sistem - Varnostne
zahteve in preskusne metode
Mountaineering equipment - Individual safety systems for rope courses - Safety
requirements and test methods
Bergsteigerausrüstung - Einzelsicherungssysteme für Seilgärten -
Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Équipement d’alpinisme et d’escalade - Systèmes d’assurage individuels pour parcours
acrobatiques en hauteur - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d’essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 17109:2020
ICS:
97.220.40 Oprema za športe na Outdoor and water sports
prostem in vodne športe equipment
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 17109
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2020
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 97.220.40
English Version
Mountaineering equipment - Individual safety systems for
rope courses - Safety requirements and test methods
Équipement d'alpinisme et d'escalade - Systèmes Bergsteigerausrüstung - Individuelle
d'assurage individuels pour parcours acrobatiques en Sicherheitssysteme für Seilgärten -
hauteur - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfverfahren
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 15 December 2019.
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European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
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United Kingdom.
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
1 Scope . 4
2 Normative references . 4
3 Terms and definitions . 4
4 Safety requirements . 6
4.1 Design and construction . 6
4.2 Manual extraction test for categories C, D and E . 8
4.3 Static strength . 8
4.3.1 Function under a test load (only for MCD with pulleys) . 8
4.3.2 Deformation test for MCD . 8
4.3.3 Static strength test for all ISS with all categories of MCD . 8
4.3.4 MCD transversal static strength test . 8
4.4 Locking devices of the opening of the MCD . 8
4.5 Stability of tape . 8
4.6 Corrosion resistance . 8
5 Test methods . 9
5.1 Design and construction . 9
5.2 Manual extraction test for categories C, D and E . 9
5.3 Static tests . 9
5.3.1 General. 9
5.3.2 Function under a test load (only for MCD with pulleys) . 10
5.3.3 Deformation test for MCD of category E and to A to D where relevant . 11
5.3.4 Static strength test for all ISS or their component . 11
5.3.5 MCD transversal static test . 11
5.4 Stitching test . 13
5.5 Stability of tape . 13
5.5.1 Preparation . 13
5.5.2 Test . 13
5.6 Corrosion resistance test . 13
6 Marking . 14
7 Information supplied by the manufacturer . 14
Annex A (normative) Compatibility of MCD with safety line supports . 16
Annex B (informative) Standards on mountaineering equipment . 17
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment aimed to be covered . 19
Bibliography . 20
European foreword
This document (EN 17109:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 136 “Sports,
playground and other recreational facilities and equipment”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2020, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by September 2020.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document has been prepared under a standardization request given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of
EU Regulation 2016/425.
For relationship with EU Regulation 2016/425, see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of
this document.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the
United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for components of an individual safety
system for protection against a fall from height used in permanent and mobile rope courses as defined
in EN 15567-1.
The products considered in this standard are not intended to limit, by themselves, the deceleration of
the fall of the user, as defined in EN 15567-1. For this requirement, it is essential to consider the whole
ropes course system.
Safety lines and harnesses are not covered in this standard.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
EN 565:2017, Mountaineering equipment - Tape - Safety requirements and test methods
EN 12275:2013, Mountaineering equipment - Connectors - Safety requirements and test methods
EN 15567-1:2015, Sports and recreational facilities - Ropes courses - Part 1: Construction and safety
requirements
EN ISO 9227:2017, Corrosion tests in artificial atmospheres - Salt spray tests (ISO 9227:2017)
ISO 7000:2004, Graphical symbols for use on equipment — Registered
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• IEC Electropedia: available at http://www.electropedia.org/
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at http://www.iso.org/obp
3.1
ropes course
constructed facility with restricted access and requiring supervision consisting of one or more activity
systems, support systems and, if needed, an appropriate safety system
[SOURCE: EN 15567-1:2015, 3.1 modified: Note 1 deleted]
3.2
individual safety system
ISS
component(s) connecting the harness to the safety line for protection against fall from height consisting
of mobile connecting device(s), lanyard(s) and a connecting system to the harness which may be
supplied as a pre-assembled product, or supplied by one or more manufacturer(s) and may be
assembled by a user to make an ISS
EXAMPLE See Figure 1
Key
1 safety line
2 mobile connecting device
3 lanyard
4 connecting system to the harness
5 harness
Figure 1 — Example of ISS
3.3
safety line
flexible or rigid, horizontal, vertical or sloping, continuous or discontinuous device used as a protection
against falling from a height
Note 1 to entry: In this standard, any part of a rope course where the mobile connecting device (MCD) is intended
to be connected is considered as safety line (e.g. safety line, anchor point, fall arrester, integrated trolley/rail
systems).
[SOURCE: EN 15567-1:2015, 3.13, modified: Note 1 included]
3.4
mobile connecting device
MCD
part of the ISS which is used to connect it to the safety line and allows the user to move along the safety
line
EXAMPLE Shuttles, pulleys, connectors.
3.5
lanyard
part of the ISS connecting the MCD to the connecting system to the harness
3.6
category A MCD
self-closing device which is not automatically self-locking
EXAMPLE Self-closing or screw gate connector.
3.7
category B MCD
self-locking device
EXAMPLE Self-locking connector.
3.8
category C MCD
interlocking device designed to reduce the likelihood of unintentional detaching from the safety system
3.9
category D MCD
interlocking device designed to prevent unintentional detaching from the safety system
3.10
category E MCD
device that is permanently attached during operation and can only be opened with a tool
3.11
connecting system to the harness
device which connects the lanyard to the harness
3.12
safety line supports
supports on which the MCD can transit
Note 1 to entry: These supports could be (non-exhaustive list): fittings junction between ropes, switch brackets,
terminal brackets, mobile anchor points
4 Safety requirements
4.1 Design and construction
For category E MCD, the lanyard, excluding the attachment loop, shall not pass through the opening of
the MCD.
All the connections within reach of the user, between
— the MCD and the lanyard,
— the lanyard and the connecting system to the harness,
— the connecting system to the harness and the harness
shall be openable only by a tool.
A lark's foot connection is considered as non-openable. When connections between the lanyard and the
MCD are made by a lark’s foot, the loop of the lark's foot connection on the MCD shall be short enough in
order to avoid disassembly of the lanyard when the MCD is connected to the safety line (see Figure 2).
Figure 2 — Size of the loop of the lark's foot connection
Parts of the ISS, which can come in contact with the user's body, shall be free from burrs and sharp
edges.
Rotating parts of MCD with pulleys shall be unreachable by the fingers. Any hole through which the
pulley wheel(s) can be reached during use shall not allow a pin of 8 mm diameter (±0,1 mm) to go
through. This requirement is not applicable to the space between pulley wheel(s) and safety line (see
Figure 3, key 6).
Key
1 safety line
2 MCD
3 lanyard
4 connecting system to the harness
5 harness
6 space between pulley wheel(s) and safety line
Figure 3 — Spaces between pulley wheel(s) and safety line
If any pulley wheel(s) axle is secured by nuts or screws, the nuts and/or screws shall be locked and
secured by means other than friction.
Where stitching is used to provide safety and strength (e.g. in joints) it shall be possible to inspect it and
the stitching shall contrast with the textile element in colour or surface appearance.The MCD shall be
designed to ensure that the loading is in pre-determined direction(s).
Only for category E, the connection between the lanyard and the MCD shall not be able to be placed into
the opening of the MCD without a tool.
The functioning of the MCD system shall be in accordance with the information supplied by the
manufacturer (see Clause 7) and the category or categories as described in 3.6 to 3.10.
4.2 Manual extraction test for categories C, D and E
Only for MCD which are used on cable safety lines when tested in accordance with 5.2, the MCD shall
not be able to be removed from the cable.
4.3 Static strength
4.3.1 Function under a test load (only for MCD with pulleys)
For MCD with pulleys, when tested in accordance with 5.3.2, the pulley wheel(s) of the MCD shall be
able to rotate 10 times in both directions (see Figure 6).
If the MCD is one-directional, then the requirement is only for the intended direction.
4.3.2 Deformation test for MCD
This test applies to MCD of category E and to other categories, where relevant.
When tested in accordance with 5.3.3 when the load is released, the permanent deformation of the MCD
opening shall be less than 0,5 mm.
4.3.3 Static strength test for all ISS with all categories of MCD
When tested in accordance with 5.3.4, the load shall not be released.
4.3.4 MCD transversal static strength test
This test applies to MCD of category E and to other categories, if relevant.
When tested i
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 17109:2020 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Mountaineering equipment - Individual safety systems for rope courses - Safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for components of an individual safety system for protection against a fall from height used in permanent and mobile rope courses as defined in EN 15567 1. The products considered in this standard are not intended to limit, by themselves, the deceleration of the fall of the user, as defined in EN 15567 1. For this requirement, it is essential to consider the whole ropes course system. Safety lines and harness are not covered in this standard.
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for components of an individual safety system for protection against a fall from height used in permanent and mobile rope courses as defined in EN 15567 1. The products considered in this standard are not intended to limit, by themselves, the deceleration of the fall of the user, as defined in EN 15567 1. For this requirement, it is essential to consider the whole ropes course system. Safety lines and harness are not covered in this standard.
EN 17109:2020 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 97.220.40 - Outdoor and water sports equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 17109:2020 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 17109:2020+A1:2024, EN 17109:2020/FprA1. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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The EN 17109:2020 standard is a comprehensive document that delineates the safety requirements and test methods for individual safety systems used in rope courses. It is particularly relevant in the context of mountaineering equipment, ensuring that these systems offer reliable protection against falls from heights. One of the notable strengths of EN 17109:2020 is its precise definition of the components utilized in individual safety systems within both permanent and mobile rope courses. This clarity helps manufacturers and operators to understand the specific criteria their products must meet to enhance user safety. By referencing the established guidelines in EN 15567-1, the standard builds a coherent framework that ensures that safety measures extend beyond the individual components to encompass the entire ropes course system. Furthermore, the standard's focus on safety requirements and testing methodologies is vital for maintaining high safety standards in the recreational activity of rope courses. By delineating specific performance criteria, EN 17109:2020 aids in establishing the integrity and durability of safety systems essential for user protection. However, it is important to note that safety lines and harnesses fall outside the scope of this document, emphasizing the need for a holistic understanding of all equipment involved in a ropes course setup. Overall, EN 17109:2020 is an essential standard that significantly contributes to the field of mountaineering equipment safety. Its thorough approach to defining and testing individual safety systems ensures that operators can provide participants with secure and effective fall protection, ultimately promoting safer experiences within the adventurous domain of rope courses.
SIST EN 17109:2020 표준은 등산 장비 및 개인 안전 시스템에 대한 안전 요구 사항 및 시험 방법을 상세히 규정하고 있습니다. 이 문서는 영구 및 이동식 로프 코스에서 사용되는 높이에서의 낙하로부터 보호하기 위한 개인 안전 시스템 구성 요소에 대해 명확한 기준을 제공하고 있습니다. 주요 범위는 EN 15567-1에 정의된 로프 코스 시스템 전체를 고려해야 한다는 점을 명확히 하고 있어, 사용자의 낙하 감속 기능에 대한 제한을 두지 않습니다. 이는 표준이 기존 로프 코스 시스템의 통합적 안전성을 어떻게 보완할 수 있는지를 잘 설명해 줍니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 각 구성 요소의 안전 요구 사항을 체계적으로 접근하여 안전성을 높이는 방안을 제시했다는 점입니다. 특히, 로프 코스에서 개인 안전 시스템의 각 부분이 효과적으로 작동할 수 있도록 요구하는 시험 방법이 포함되어 있어 실제 적용에서의 신뢰성을 높이고 있습니다. SIST EN 17109:2020 표준은 현재 등산과 관련된 안전성을 확보하고자 하는 업계에서 필수적인 지침서로 자리매김할 수 있으며, 특히 로프 코스를 관리하는 업체들에게 매우 유용한 자원입니다. 이 문서는 사용자가 안전하게 로프 코스를 이용할 수 있도록 도움을 줄 수 있는 포괄적인 정보를 제공하고 있습니다.
EN 17109:2020 は、登山用品に関連する基準として、個別安全システムに関する安全要件と試験方法を規定しています。この標準は、EN 15567-1 に定義された常設および可搬式ロープコースの高さからの転落に対する保護のために使用される個別安全システムの構成要素を対象としています。 この標準の強みは、ロープコースシステム全体を考慮することが求められている点です。そのため、製品自身が使用者の転落の減速を制限することを意図していない旨が明記されています。この姿勢は、個別の安全システムがどのような条件下で機能するかを明確に理解する上で重要です。 さらに、EN 17109:2020 は、既存の安全基準に基づいて他の関連するガイドラインと連携可能であり、業界全体の安全性向上に寄与することが期待されます。特に、ロープコースシステムの設計者や運営者にとって、この標準は実用的な指針となり得るため、その関連性は非常に高いと評価できます。 ただし、安全ラインやハーネスについてはこの標準の範囲外であるため、他の基準と併用して検討する必要があります。これにより、全体としての安全性がさらに高まるでしょう。全体的に見ると、EN 17109:2020 は、登山用品の安全性を確保するための重要な基準であり、今後の標準化においても重要な役割を果たすと考えられます。
Die Norm EN 17109:2020 ist ein wichtiger Schritt in der Standardisierung von Kletterausrüstungen, insbesondere in Bezug auf individuelle Sicherheitssysteme für Seilgärten. Der Geltungsbereich dieses Dokuments bezieht sich auf die Festlegung von Sicherheitsanforderungen und Prüfmethoden für die Komponenten eines individuellen Sicherheitssystems, das beim Schutz vor Stürzen aus der Höhe in permanenten und mobilen Seilgärten eingesetzt wird, wie in EN 15567-1 definiert. Eine der erheblichsten Stärken dieser Norm liegt in ihrer detaillierten Spezifikation von Sicherheitsanforderungen, die für die Gewährleistung der Sicherheit von Nutzern von Seilgärten von essenzieller Bedeutung sind. Die speziellen Testmethoden, die in der EN 17109:2020 festgelegt sind, sorgen dafür, dass die einzelnen Komponenten des Sicherheitssystems strengen Prüfungen unterzogen werden, bevor sie in die Praxis umgesetzt werden. Dies trägt nicht nur zum Schutz der Benutzer bei, sondern stärkt auch das Vertrauen in die verwendeten Produkte. Die Relevanz der EN 17109:2020 wird deutlich, wenn man bedenkt, dass sie nicht nur die Sicherheit in Freizeit- und Sporteinrichtungen erhöht, sondern auch klarstellt, dass die Produkte selbst nicht dazu gedacht sind, die Verzögerung des Falls des Nutzers, wie in EN 15567-1 beschrieben, zu beschränken. Diese Klarstellung ist entscheidend, da sie die Notwendigkeit betont, das gesamte Seilgartensystem zu berücksichtigen, um einen effektiven Schutz zu gewährleisten. Obwohl Sicherheitsschnüre und -gurte nicht Gegenstand dieser Norm sind, bietet EN 17109:2020 dennoch eine bedeutende Grundlage für die Entwicklung sicherer Systeme und Produkte, die in Seilgärten verwendet werden. Die Norm adressiert damit direkt die Bedürfnisse der Branche und fördert eine Standardisierung, die sowohl Sicherheit als auch eine höhere Produktqualität gewährleistet.
Le document SIST EN 17109:2020 est une norme essentielle qui spécifie les exigences de sécurité et les méthodes d'essai pour les composants des systèmes de sécurité individuels utilisés dans les parcours de cordes permanents et mobiles. Cette norme est particulièrement pertinente pour ceux qui travaillent dans le domaine de l'équipement d'alpinisme, en garantissant que les systèmes offerts répondent à des critères de sécurité rigoureux. L'une des forces de cette norme réside dans son approche systématique. Elle souligne l'importance de considérer non seulement les composants individuels, mais aussi l'ensemble du système de parcours de cordes, comme défini dans la norme EN 15567-1. Cela garantit que tous les éléments interagissent de manière sécurisée et efficace, minimisant ainsi les risques de chute pour les utilisateurs. De plus, cette norme établit des critères clairs pour tester les différents composants des systèmes de sécurité individuels. Bien que les lignes de sécurité et les harnais ne soient pas inclus dans cette norme, le document encourage une meilleure compréhension de la façon dont les composants interagissent dans un contexte plus large de sécurité. En favorisant des tests rigoureux, la norme renforce la confiance des utilisateurs dans les équipements de sécurité utilisés. La SIST EN 17109:2020 est donc non seulement une référence pour les fabricants et les utilisateurs d'équipements d'alpinisme, mais elle joue également un rôle crucial dans l'assurance de la sécurité dans les environnements de parcours de cordes. Sa pertinence et son application sont indéniables dans le cadre d'une approche globale de la sécurité en matière d'activités en plein air.
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