scope:

This INTERIM Standard specifies the design, manufacture, test, certification and marking requirements for lifting tackle as defined in 3.4. It lists sources of information concerning the safe use, maintenance and testing of the equipment for users, maintainers and testers of lifting tackle.

Warning

This Standard calls for the use of substances and/or procedures that may be injurious to health if adequate precautions are not taken. It refers only to technical suitability and in no way absolves either the supplier or the user from statutory obligations relating to health and safety at any stage of manufacture or use.