EN 13089:2011/FprA2
(Amendment)Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods
Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods
Bergsteigerausrüstung - Eisgeräte - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Équipement d'alpinisme et d'escalade - Outils à glace - Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai
Gorniška oprema - Orodje za led - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
General Information
- Status
- Not Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Mar-2022
- Withdrawal Date
- 16-Jun-2022
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 136 - Sports, playground and other recreational equipment
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 136/WG 5 - Mountaineering and climbing equipment
- Current Stage
- 5060 - Closure of Vote - Formal Approval
- Start Date
- 16-Sep-2021
- Completion Date
- 16-Sep-2021
Relations
- Merged Into
EN 13089:2011+A2:2021 - Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods - Effective Date
- 19-Jan-2023
- Amends
EN 13089:2011+A1:2015 - Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods - Effective Date
- 13-Nov-2019
Overview
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 - Mountaineering Equipment: Ice-Tools - Safety Requirements and Test Methods is a European standard developed by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This standard specifies the essential safety requirements and testing methods for ice-tools used in mountaineering and climbing activities. It aims to ensure a consistent level of safety, durability, and performance for equipment designed to support users in demanding alpine environments. Compliance with this standard assists manufacturers and users in aligning with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 on personal protective equipment (PPE).
Key Topics
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 focuses on several important areas to guarantee that ice-tools meet stringent safety and quality parameters:
- Safety Requirements: Defines minimum safety characteristics for ice tools, ensuring they can withstand expected stresses during use.
- Test Methods: Outlines standardized procedures for testing the mechanical strength, usability, and possible failure modes of ice-tools.
- Compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425: Aligns with the essential requirements for PPE, as detailed in Annex II of the regulation, establishing a presumption of conformity when the standard is referenced in the Official Journal of the European Union.
- Continued Conformity: Emphasizes that conformity is dependent on the continued listing of the standard in the Official Journal and that users should stay updated with current references.
- Compatibility Notices: Notes the necessity for ice-tools to be used in conjunction with other compatible and certified mountaineering equipment as they are only part of the system ensuring safety.
Applications
Adherence to EN 13089:2011/FprA2 has wide-reaching benefits across the mountaineering and outdoor equipment industry. Its practical applications include:
- Product Development: Provides manufacturers and designers with clear safety and testing criteria, supporting the creation and improvement of reliable ice-tools.
- Market Access: Where compliance is demonstrated, ice-tool products enjoy easier access to European and EFTA markets, reducing legal and regulatory barriers.
- Purchasing Guidance: Offers confidence to retailers, procurement professionals, and end-users in the safety and quality of certified ice-tools.
- Risk Management: Supports clubs, organizations, and alpine guides in risk assessment and mitigation by ensuring only compliant equipment is used in their activities.
- Harmonization: Promotes uniformity within the industry, ensuring product compatibility and standardized expectations across borders.
- Legal Compliance: Assists companies in fulfilling their obligations under Regulation (EU) 2016/425 for personal protective equipment.
Related Standards
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 interacts with several standards and regulations that together shape the landscape of mountaineering equipment safety in Europe and beyond:
- Regulation (EU) 2016/425: Sets overarching PPE requirements across the European Union.
- Other EN standards for mountaineering equipment such as ropes, harnesses, carabiners, and helmets, which are also vital in the safety chain for climbing and mountaineering activities.
- International equivalents: National adaptations and translations by various CEN member bodies, ensuring relevance across multiple languages and legal contexts.
For the latest and most accurate details and references, consult the Official Journal of the European Union or national standardization bodies. Regular updates ensure continued conformity and legal compliance for manufacturers, retailers, and users alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 is a draft published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods". This standard covers: Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods
Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 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 13089:2011/FprA2 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13089:2011+A2:2021, EN 13089:2011+A1:2015. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13089:2011/FprA2 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/425; Standardization Mandates: M/031, M/571, M/571 AMD 1. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST EN 13089:2011+A1:2015/oprA2:2020
01-maj-2020
Gorniška oprema - Orodje za led - Varnostne zahteve in preskusne metode
Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety requirements and test methods
Bergsteigerausrüstung - Eisgeräte - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und
Prüfverfahren
Équipement d'alpinisme et d'escalade - Outils à glace - Exigences de sécurité et
méthodes d'essai
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13089:2011+A1:2015/prA2
ICS:
97.220.40 Oprema za športe na Outdoor and water sports
prostem in vodne športe equipment
SIST EN en,fr,de
13089:2011+A1:2015/oprA2:2020
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
SIST EN 13089:2011+A1:2015/oprA2:2020
SIST EN 13089:2011+A1:2015/oprA2:2020
DRAFT
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 13089:2011+A1:2015
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
prA2
March 2020
ICS 97.220.40
English Version
Mountaineering equipment - Ice-tools - Safety
requirements and test methods
Équipement d'alpinisme et d'escalade - Outils à glace - Bergsteigerausrüstung - Eisgeräte -
Exigences de sécurité et méthodes d'essai Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen und
Prüfverfahren
This draft amendment is submitted to CEN members for enquiry. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 136.
This draft amendment A2, if approved, will modify the European Standard EN 13089:2011+A1:2015. If this draft becomes an
amendment, CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for
inclusion of this amendment into the relevant national standard without any alteration.
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United Kingdom.
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Warning : This document is not a European Standard. It is distributed for review and comments. It is subject to change without
notice and shall not be referred to as a European Standard.
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