A summary of current standards
Working at heights is a major workplace safety concern. Falls, unsuitable equipment, and the lack of collective protection are among the primary risks to which workers are exposed. To prevent these hazards, regulations require a set of strict standards governing practices, equipment, and worker training.
This page provides a clear and concise overview of the main standards applicable to working at heights, to help you better understand legal obligations and ensure safe working conditions. The table below lists the key references you need to know.
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| EN341 | Descender devices for rescue |
| EN353-1 | Guided type fall arrester including a rigid anchor line |
| EN353-2 | Guided type fall arrester including a flexible anchor line |
| EN354 | Lanyards |
| EN355 | Energy absorbers |
| EN358 | Belts for work positioning and restraint and work positioning lanyards |
| EN360 | Retractable type fall arresters |
| EN361 | Full body harnesses |
| EN362 | Connectors |
| EN363 | Personal fall protection systems |
| EN364 | Test methods |
| EN567 | Mountaineering equipment, Rope Clamps, Safety requirements and test methods |
| EN795 | Anchor devices - Requirements and tests |
| EN813 | Sit harnesses |
| EN1496 | Rescue lifting devices |
| EN1498 | Rescue Loops |
| EN12278 | Pulleys - Safety requirements and test methods |
| EN12841 | Access Systems - Rope adjustment devices |
| EN1865 | Specifications for stretchers and other patient handling equipments used in road ambulances |
| EN365 | General requirements for instructions for use, maintenance, periodic examination, repair, marketing and packaging |
