scope:

This standard shall specify the minimum requirements for the design, performance, testing, and certification of rescue tools and components thereof.

This standard shall specify the requirements for spreader, ram, cutter, combination powered rescue tools, and lifting bags.

This standard shall also specify the requirements for cable assemblies, hose assemblies, power unit components for powered rescue tools, and lifting bags.

This standard shall not specify any requirements for any accessories for powered rescue tools.

Safety and Health.

This standard shall not be construed as addressing all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use.

It shall be the responsibility of the persons and organizations that use this standard to establish safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use of this standard.

Nothing herein shall restrict any jurisdiction from specifying powered rescue tools or lifting bags and components thereof that exceed the minimum requirements of this standard.

Nothing herein shall restrict any manufacturer from producing powered rescue tools, lifting bags, and components thereof that exceed the minimum requirements of this standard.