What is BS EN 13374 - Temporary edge protection systems about?
BS EN 13374 is a european standard on the requirements and test methods for temporary edge protection systems.
BS EN 13374 specifies the requirements and test methods for temporary edge protection systems for use during the construction or maintenance of buildings and other structures.
BS EN 13374 applies to edge protection systems for flat and inclined surfaces and specifies the requirements for three classes of temporary edge protection.
For edge protection systems with an arrest function (e.g. falling or sliding down a sloping roof) BS EN 13374 specifies requirements for energy absorption.
BS EN 13374 includes edge protection systems, some of which are fixed to the structure and others, which rely on gravity and friction on flat surfaces.
Who is BS EN 13374 - Temporary edge protection systems for?
BS EN 13374 on test methods for temporary edge protection systems is relevant to:
- Designers
- Constructors
Why should you use BS EN 13374 - Temporary edge protection systems?
Temporary edge protection systems are used in construction work, primarily to prevent persons and objects from falling to a lower level from roofs, edges, stairs and other areas where protection is required. In most European countries temporary edge protection, or other types of fall protection devices, are required when a risk assessment identifies a fall risk regardless of height. In contrast to being secured by a lanyard, greater mobility in the working area is provided when edge protection is in place. The temporary edge protection can in some situations also act as a handrail for people to hold onto when working or walking close to an edge.
With the help of BS EN 13374, you can prevent persons and objects from falling to a lower level from roofs, edges, stairs and other areas as it specifies the requirements and test methods for temporary edge protection systems. This will considerably increase the safety and trust for the users.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 13374:2013+A1:2018 supersedes BS EN 13374:2013, which is withdrawn.
BS EN 13374:2013+A1:2018 includes some technical changes with respect to BS EN 13374:2013. These are:
- The normative references have been updated
- Most of the figures have been updated
- Three tables have been added to clarify design and test requirements
- All testing related information from Clause 5 and 6 have been moved to Clause 7
- Editorial changes and clarifications have been done