AS/NZS 4488.2:1997 (Reconfirmed 2017)

Industrial rope access systems - Selection, use and maintenance

This document has been re-assessed by the committee, and judged to still be up to date.

Specifies requirements and sets out recommendations for the selection, safe use and maintenance of industrial rope access system components and assemblies.

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Status: CURRENT

Published: 04/10/1997

Pages: 15

Committee: SF/15

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Standards NZ References:

Overseas Standards References:

EN 341
AS 1666
AS 1800
AS 4626
EN 567
prEN 813
AS 2626
AS 1380
AS 1353.2
AS 4142.1

Other References:

Union Internationale des Associations d'Alpinisme UIAA - Label Standard Chapter F:Climbers' safety helmets

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Best practice guidelines for working on roofs

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 13 Publications

Citation Context:
AS/NZS 4488.1–2: Industrial rope access systems

A Guide For Safe Working Practices In The New Zealand Theatre & Entertainment Industry

Ministry: Entertainment Technology NZ
Section: RIGGING AND FLYING OPERATIONS / FLYING OF PERFORMERS

Citation Context:
RIGGING - Relevant Legislation and Documents: ... ASNZS 4488...

Guidelines For The Prevention Of Falls

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 9.1 General Requirements

Citation Context:
The selection, rigging and checking of all rope access components and assemblies shall comply with AS/NZS 4488.1 and AS/NZS 4488.2 Industrial rope access systems, or another accepted International Standard.

Guidelines For The Prevention Of Falls

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 9.4 Harnesses and Lanyards

Citation Context:
Constant monitoring of safety standards and equipment is essential. All equipment and techniques should conform with AS/NZS 4488.

A Guide For Safe Working Practices In The New Zealand Theatre & Entertainment Industry

Ministry: Entertainment Technology NZ
Section: WORKING AT HEIGHTS

Citation Context:
Relevant Legislation and Documents: ... ASNZS 4488 1997 Industrial Rope Access Systems 1&2...

Industrial Rope Access in New Zealand: Best Practice Guidelines

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 5.3 Suitable anchor systems

Citation Context:
The relevant Australian/New Zealand standards that apply are:... ...AS/NZS 4488: 1 + 2 1997 – Industrial rope access systems.

Industrial Rope Access in New Zealand: Best Practice Guidelines

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 5.2 Standards

Citation Context:
AS/NZS 4488:1+2:1997 Industrial rope access systems have not been updated since its publication. European standards relating to rope grabs, back-ups and descenders now exist, as well as methodology allowing for lead and aid climbing situations that were not previously described in AS/NZS 4488.

Industrial Rope Access in New Zealand: Best Practice Guidelines

Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: Appendix 4 List of Standards

Citation Context:
Rope (11mm+): AS/NZS 4488.1 and 2:1997

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