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BS 7985:2013 — Code of practice for the use of rope access methods for industrial purposes

Provisions the documents cite: whole standard — planning, equipment, anchors, rescue and records for rope access

What it requires

The practice for industrial rope access: two independently anchored lines, equipment inspection and records, and a rescue plan that can be carried out.

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The 6 documents that cite it

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