Rescue Equipment Ð Rescue Loops: British Standard Bs en 1498: 1996

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BS EN 1498 : 1996
Committees responsible for this

British Standard
The preparation of this British Standard was entrusted by Technical Committee
PH/5, Industrial safety belts and harnesses, upon which the following bodies were
represented:
Arboricultural Safety Council

Association of Consulting Scientists
British Constructional Steelwork Association Ltd.
British Electrical Systems Association (BEAMA Ltd.)
British Forging Industry Association
British Narrow Fabrics Association
British Telecommunications plc
Construction Fixings Association
Cordage Manufacturers Institute
Department of Trade and Industry (National Engineering Laboratory)
Electricity Association
Health and Safety Executive
Industrial Rope Access Trade Association
National Federation of Master Steeplejacks and Lightning Conductor Engineers
Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents
Safety Equipment Association
Tes-Bretby Ltd.
This British Standard, having

been prepared under the
direction of the Health and
Environment Sector Board, was
published under the authority of
the Standards Board and comes
into effect on
15 November 1996
 BSI 1996
Amendments issued since publication
Amd. No. Date Text affected
The following BSI references

relate to the work on this
standard:
Committee reference PH/5
Draft for comment 94/305664 DC
ISBN 0 580 26277 4

BS EN 1498 : 1996
Contents
Page
Committees responsible Inside front cover

National foreword ii
Foreword 2
Text of EN 1498 3
 BSI 1996 i
BS EN 1498 : 1996
National foreword
This British Standard has been prepared by Technical Committee PH/5 and is the
English language version of EN 1498 : 1996 Rescue equipment Ð Rescue loops,

published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN).
EN 1498 was produced as a result of international discussions in which the United
Kingdom took an active part.
Cross-references
Publication referred to Corresponding British Standard
EN 362 BS EN 362 : 1993 Personal protective equipment against falls
from a height Ð Connectors
from a height Ð Fall arrest systems
EN 364 : 1992 BS EN 364 : 1993 Personal protective equipment against falls
from a height Ð Test methods
from a height Ð General requirements for instructions for
use and for marking
Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity

from legal obligations.
ii  BSI 1996
EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 1498
NORME EUROPEÂENNE
EUROPAÈISCHE NORM April 1996
ICS 13.220.10; 13.340.20
Descriptors: personal protective equipment, accident prevention, protection against fall, rescue equipment, webbing, specifications, human
factors engineering, mechanical strength, tests, instructions, marking
English version
Rescue equipment Ð
Rescue loops
Equipement de sauvetage Ð RettungsausruÈstung Ð

Sangles de sauvetage Rettungsschlaufen
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 1996-03-07. CEN members are
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bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the
conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard
without any alteration.
Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards
may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German).
A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a
CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the
same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands,
Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.
CEN
European Committee for Standardization
ComiteÂ EuropeÂen de Normalisation
EuropaÈisches Komitee fuÈr Normung
Central Secretariat: rue de Stassart 36, B-1050 Brussels
 1996 All rights of reproduction and communication in any form and by any means reserved in all countries to
CEN and its members
Ref. No. EN 1498 : 1996 E
Page 2
EN 1498 : 1996
Foreword Contents
This European Standard has been prepared by Page
CEN/TC 160, Protection against falls from height
including working belts, of which the Secretariat is Foreword 2
held by DIN. 1 Scope 3
This European Standard shall be given the status of a 2 Normative references 3
national standard, either by publication of an identical 3 Definitions 3
text or by endorsement, at the latest by October 1996,
and conflicting standards shall be withdrawn at the 4 Requirements 4
latest by October 1996. 5 Test methods 4
This European Standard has been prepared under a 6 Instructions for use and marking 7
mandate given to CEN by the European Commission
Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this
and the European Free Trade Association, and
European Standard addressing essential
supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
requirements or other provisions of
For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative EU Directives 8
annex ZA, which is an integral part of this standard.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations,
the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European
Standard: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
 BSI 1996
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EN 1498 : 1996
1 Scope
This standard specifies requirements, test methods,

instructions for use and marking for rescue loops. A
rescue loop is not a component of personal protective
equipment against falls from a height.
2 Normative references
This European Standard incorporates by dated or
undated reference, provisions from other publications.
These normative references are cited at the
appropriate places in the text and the publications are
listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent
amendments to or revisions of any of these
publications apply to this European Standard only
when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For
undated references the latest edition of the publication
referred to applies.
1 Rescue loop
EN 362 Personal protective equipment against 2 Torso dummy
falls from a height Ð Connectors 3 Adjustment
4 Attachment point
EN 363 Personal protective equipment against
falls from a height Ð Fall arrest Figure 1. Example of a rescue loop class A
systems
EN 364 : 1992 Personal protective equipment against
3.3 rescue loop class B
falls from a height Ð Test methods
Component of personal protective equipment
EN 365 Personal protective equipment against consisting of elements designed and constructed in
falls from a height Ð General such a way that, during the rescue process, the rescuee
requirements for instructions for use is held sitting in the loop (see figure 2).
and for marking
prEN 892-1 Mountaineering equipment Ð Ropes Ð
Part 1: Safety requirements, testing,
marking
3 Definitions
For the purposes of this standard the definitions given
in EN 363 apply, together with the following.
3.1 rescue loop
Component of personal protective equipment for
rescue purposes consisting of elements designed and
constructed so that during the rescue process the
1 Rescue loop
rescuee is held and kept in a defined position. 2 Torso dummy
3.2 rescue loop class A 3 Central strap
4 Attachment point
consisting of elements designed and constructed in Figure 2. Example of a rescue loop class B
such a way that, during the rescue process, the rescuee
is held by the straps of the loop passing around the
back and under the arms (see figure 1). 3.4 rescue loop class C
consisting of elements designed and constructed in
such a way that, during the rescue process, the rescuee
is held in a position with their head down and with the
loop fastened around the ankles (see figure 3).
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EN 1498 : 1996
4.3 Dynamic strength

Two drop tests shall be carried out according to 5.3.2.
The torso dummy or the test mass shall be held and

no body-supporting part of the rescue loop shall break
or rupture; the elements of the rescue loop shall not
become detached.
If the rescue loop has more than one attachment point,
the two tests shall be carried out on each attachment
point.
NOTE. Additional rescue loops should be supplied for this
purpose.
4.4 Static strength
When tested in accordance with 5.4 with a force of
15 kN applied for a period of at least 3 min, no
body-supporting part of the rescue loop shall break or
Figure 3. Example of a rescue loop class C rupture; the elements of the rescue loop shall not
become detached.
If the rescue loop has more than one attachment point,
the tests shall be carried out on each attachment point.
4 Requirements NOTE. Additional rescue loops should be supplied for this
purpose.
4.1 Ergonomics
The rescue loop shall be designed so that in the 5 Test methods
conditions of use for which it is intended and in the
5.1 Sampling
foreseeable period of wearing, the rescuee is not
essentially impaired. The degree of protection provided At least two test samples, each supplied with an
unused sample of mountaineering rope (lanyard)
shall correspond to the risks.
according to prEN 892-1 with a nominal diameter of
The rescue loop shall not cause any additional risk and 11 mm and an approximate length of 4000 mm, shall be
it should offer an acceptable degree of comfort. When provided for the tests.
using the rescue loop the rescuee shall not be
endangered or impaired due to a displacement of the 5.2 Visual inspection
straps. Check that the specifications of 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 are
met.
4.2 Materials and construction 5.3 Dynamic test
4.2.1 Webbings and yarns 5.3.1 Test apparatus
Webbings and yarns shall be made of high tenacity The test apparatus for the dynamic test of rescue loops
filament or multifilament synthetic fibres, suitable for classes A and B shall conform to 4.2, 4.4, 4.5 and 4.6
the use intended. The breaking tenacity of the of EN 364 : 1992.
synthetic fibres shall be known to be at least 0,6 N/tex. The test apparatus for the test of the rescue loop
Threads used for sewing shall be physically compatible class C shall conform to figure 4.
with the webbing and their quality shall be comparable This shall be a rigid structure having a hard and
to that of the webbing. They shall, however, be of a smooth surface.
contrasting shade in order to facilitate visual
inspection.
4.2.2 Construction
The width of the body-supporting parts shall be at least
40 mm. It shall be possible to visually inspect every
component of a rescue loop.
The rescue loop shall be designed so that, when tested
in accordance with 5.3.2.1, inadvertent release of the
rescuee from the rescue loop is prevented.
4.2.3 Attachment
The rescue loop shall have at least one attachment
point. The eye of the attachment point shall be
designed so that a mandrel of a diameter of at least
25 mm can pass through it. Dimensions in millimetres
4.2.4 Connectors Figure 4. Test apparatus for the test of a
Connectors shall conform to EN 362. rescue loop class C
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5.3.2 Dynamic test procedure

5.3.2.1 Dynamic test for rescue loops classes A and B

Fit the rescue loop to the torso dummy in accordance
with the instructions for use. To ensure that the test is
carried out correctly, additional fixings may be used to
retain the torso dummy during the test. These shall not
affect the test results.
Connect one end of the rope to the attachment point
of the rescue loop and the other to the anchorage
point of the test apparatus.
Prepare the rope so that, under the load of the torso
dummy, the length of the rope including the loops to
be formed at the two ends is 2000+100 Figure 6. Bowline knot
0 mm (see
figure 5).
Operate the quick-release device so as to drop the

rescue loop with the torso dummy without initial
velocity.
Check that the requirements of 4.2.2 and 4.3 are met.
Carry out the second test using the same rope.
Adjustment of the rescue loop is permitted for
subsequent tests.
5.3.2.2 Dynamic test for rescue loops class C
Carry out the test described in 5.3.2.1, but with a
100 kg mass according to EN 364 instead of the torso
dummy. For the test arrangement, see figure 8.
subsequent tests.
5.4 Static test
5.4.1 Test apparatus
Dimensions in millimetres The apparatus for the static test of rescue loops
F Force: 1 kN ± 10 N classes A and B shall conform to 4.1, 4.2 and 4.3 of
1 Bowline knot EN 364 : 1992.
2 Termination loop
3 Attachment point The test apparatus for the test of the rescue loop
Figure 5. Rope for the dynamic test class C shall conform to figure 4.
5.4.2 Static test procedure for rescue loops
classes A and B
Terminate the rope in eyes produced by tying bowline Fit the rescue loop to the torso dummy in accordance
knots (see figure 6) and ensure the length of the with the instructions for use. Install the torso dummy
termination eyes is a maximum of 200 mm. and the rescue loop in the test apparatus and apply the
Suspend the torso dummy by means of the rescue specified static test force between the attachment point
loop, then raise it by 1000+50
0 mm with a maximum
of the rescue loop and the lower ring of the torso
distance of 300 mm from the centre line (see figure 7). dummy (see figures 9 and 10).
Hold it with the quick-release device. For the test of rescue loops class B, any cradle
material which might be present can be cut in
non-loadbearing areas in order to be able to apply the
test force to the lower ring of the torso dummy.
Check that the requirements of 4.4 are met.
subsequent tests.
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a) Class A b) Class B
Dimensions in millimetres
1 Rescue loop
2 Torso dummy
3 Rope
4 Quick release device
5 Central strap
6 Attachment point
Figure 7. Dynamic test of rescue loops classes A and B
Dimensions in millimetres
1 Rescue loop
2 Test apparatus 1 Rescue loop
3 Rope 2 Torso dummy
4 Test mass 3 Lower ring of the torso dummy
5 Quick release device 4 Attachment point
Figure 8. Dynamic test of rescued loops class C Figure 9. Static test of rescue loops class A
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EN 1498 : 1996
6 Instructions for use and marking

6.1 Instructions for use

The information given in the instructions for use shall
conform to EN 365.
In addition, the instructions for use shall contain at
least the following information:
a) the synthetic fibre used;
b) the position intended for use;
c) how to assemble or reassemble the elements to
prepare a rescue loop ready for use if the rescue
loop can be disassembled;
d) limitations of use, for example in an aggressive
atmosphere, temperature;
e) how to disinfect the product if contaminated;
1 Rescue loop
2 Torso dummy f) the obsolescence deadline or period of
3 Lower ring of the torso dummy obsolescence of the rescue loop or certain of its
4 Central strap components;
5 Attachment point g) a warning if chemical substances can damage the
Figure 10. Static test of rescue loops class B materials used;
h) the meaning of markings on the product.
5.4.3 Static test procedure for rescue loops 6.2 Marking
class C The marking shall conform to EN 365 and shall contain
Fit the rescue loop around the test apparatus as shown at least the following information:
at figure 11 and apply the test force specified in 4.4. a) type identification;
Check that the requirements of 4.4 are met. b) class of the rescue loop;
Adjustment of the rescue loop is permitted for c) the last two digits of the year of manufacture,
subsequent tests. e.g. 95 for 1995;
d) the manufacturer's or supplier's name, trade mark
or other means of identification;
e) the manufacturer's batch number or serial
number;
f) the number of this European Standard,
i.e. EN 1498;
g) the information `For rescue purposes only'.
1 Rescue loop
2 Test apparatus
Figure 11. Static test of rescue loops class C
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Annex ZA (informative)
Clauses of this European Standard addressing essential requirements or other

provisions of EU Directives
This European Standard has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association and supports essential requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC.
WARNING : Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within the
scope of this standard.
The clauses of this standard as detailed in table ZA.1 are likely to support requirements of Directive 89/686/EEC:
Table ZA.1: Correspondence between this European Standard and Directive 89/686/EEC
EU Directive 89/686/EEC, Annex II Clauses of this standard

1.1 Design principles clause 4
1.2 Innocuousness of PPE 4.1 and 4.2
1.3 Comfort and efficiency clause 4
1.4 Information supplied by the manufacturer clause 6
2.1 PPE incorporating adjustment systems clause 4
2.4 PPE subject to ageing 4.2 and clause 6
2.7 PPE intended for emergency use or rapid installation and/or removal 4.1 and 4.2
2.9 PPE incorporating components which can be adjusted or removed by 4.2
the user
2.10 PPE for connection to another, external complementary device 4.2 and clause 6
3.1 Protection against mechanical impact 4.3
Compliance with the clauses of this standard provides one means of conforming with the specific essential
requirements of the Directive concerned and associated EFTA regulations.
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See national foreword.
List of references
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BRITISH STANDARD |

Committees responsible for this

Arboricultural Safety Council

This British Standard, having

The following BSI references

ISBN 0 580 26277 4

Committees responsible Inside front cover

English language version of EN 1498 : 1996 Rescue equipment Ð Rescue loops,

Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity

ICS 13.220.10; 13.340.20

Equipement de sauvetage Ð RettungsausruÈstung Ð

Central Secretariat: rue de Stassart 36, B-1050 Brussels

This standard specifies requirements, test methods,

4.3 Dynamic strength

The torso dummy or the test mass shall be held and

5.3.2 Dynamic test procedure

5.3.2.1 Dynamic test for rescue loops classes A and B

Operate the quick-release device so as to drop the

6 Instructions for use and marking

6.1 Instructions for use

Clauses of this European Standard addressing essential requirements or other

EU Directive 89/686/EEC, Annex II Clauses of this standard

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