CAN/CSA-Z259.12-01 (R2011)

1. Scope 1.1 This Standard sets out design and performance requirements, test methods, and requirements for marking and labelling individual connecting components used as part of a personal fall arrest system (PFAS). This Standard applies to components that are (a) used in the interconnection of a complete unit referred to in other published Standards and/or projected Standards related to PFAS; (b) intended to be used as the primary single link to a permanent anchorage connector; and (c) intended to be used as a primary attachment point between two or more subsystems, as described and certified under other Standards related to PFAS. 1.2 This Standard does not apply to anchorages or anchorage connectors.