Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
4.3.4 There are three categories of PPE, ranging from simple items like gardening gloves (category 1) to category III equipment for protection against mortal danger, e.g. harnesses. Most rope access equipment is classed as PPE category III. In this case, the equipment also has to carry the number of the notified body, i.e. the body responsible for checking that the product conforms to the directive, after type testing to the standard by an independent test house.Conformance of products to a European Standard is not the only way in which products 4.3.5 can claim conformance to the PPE directive and be able to carry CE marking. For example, where appropriate European Standards do not exist, another standard, such as an ISO Standard, could be used or manufacturers can use their own standard, which is described as the technical file route.The primary function of CE marking is to protect against barriers to trade within the4.3.6 European Union. It is not meant to be taken as a mark of quality.