Eye bolts and abseil points are widely used across a variety of applications, from retail merchandising and lighting to rope access maintenance and window cleaning. it is therefore imperative that regular testing procedures are adhered to that ensures these systems comply with current legislation and are deemed appropriate for use. Due to the loads that can be imparted on these solutions, it is critical that testing is performed to industry recognised standards. For eye bolts the standard is BS 7883:2005, and testing should occur at least every 12 months. For class A1 categorised anchor points testing should be conducted in accordance with BS EN795 standards and the testing frequency is increased to every 6 months. As well as testing the system to award compliance, our specialist teams will also conduct inspections to identify any damage and perform preventative maintenance on the system to ensure its longevity.
It is recommended that eyebolts and single anchor points used for the purpose of Work at Height should be testing once every 12 months and once every 6 months if Class A. If your system has not been compliance tested by a competent person within a 12 month period, they should be tagged strictly DO NOT USE
BS EN795
BS 7985:2002
Fixed eyebolts
Removable eyebolts
Flush lock eyebolts
Visual merchandising hooks
Abseil points
Missing or loose fixtures and fittings
Missing tags
Structural damage in the surrounding area
Visual damage or vandalism
Corrosion
TIP: eyebolts and abseil points are used in conjunction with PPE, it is imperative that this is also inspected for compliance and deemed appropriate for use by a competent person.
