Tests and reports
Report on harness suspension
The Health and Safety Executive in England has published a report on how the body reacts when suspended unconscious in a harness.
What is the maximum load a body can withstand?
The Health and Safety Executive in England has compiled a report from fighter pilots, parachutists etc. The report has also conducted tests with parachutes.
Anchor loading during rope grazing
A test that shows how much the anchor is loaded during rope climbing etc.
Drop test of harness with and without chest harness
When climbing with a backpack, for example, it is an advantage to use a chest harness.
Safety alert on counterfeit products
Petzl regularly deals with counterfeit versions of its products. The counterfeit safety products do not meet Petzl's strict quality standards and pose a real danger to the user. Information regarding counterfeit products.
Testing of fall arrestors
There is an ongoing discussion among standards makers about trying to shorten the length of the fall when using fall arrestors.
Testing the strength of different knots
Test of the octagon and the pile driver etc.
Information on the use of personal fall protection equipment for tree work
Guidance for woodworkers and arborists. Published by the Swedish Institute for Standards, SIS, which C2 has helped to develop.