Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
Descending devices are used to attach the rope access technician to the working line 2.7.5.1 and to control the descent. If a connector is used to connect the descending device to the user, only an appropriate locking connector should be used. This may be a manual or automatic locking connector. Automatic locking connectors should have protection against roll-out (see 2.7.4.6, 2.7.4.7 and 2.7.4.8).2.7.5.2 When selecting a descending device, it is essential that the probability of foreseeable misuse and the consequences of such misuse are assessed. When such an assessment has been made, a residual risk of misuse may exist, which should be addressed by identifying and applyinga) Loading during the static strength testb) Possible loading (closer to weaker, gated side) during use with a wide webbing lanyardKey1 Bars 12 mm diameter 2 Connector spine 3 Gate4 Webbing lanyard L Direction of load