Title: +038=627.001-##001T_03-Fasadevasksystem NorAcon - International Code of Practice (ICOP).pdf
d) competent in workmate rescue/retrieval techniques appropriate to each worksite and be able toorganize and put into effect a workmate rescue/retrieval appropriate to that worksite.1.4.2.4Selection, care, maintenance and inspection of equipmentThe selection and purchase of equipment should be approved by a person with1.4.2.4.1 knowledge of the technical specification required.Equipment used in any rope access system should be compatible and should be1.4.2.4.2 appropriate to its application.Equipment should be capable of withstanding any foreseeable loads without catastrophic1.4.2.4.3 damage to any component of the system.1.4.2.4.4Equipment should be selected which, wherever possible, fails to safe.Equipment should be inspected before each use (pre-use check) and more thoroughly at 1.4.2.4.5 regular intervals (detailed inspection). Results of all detailed inspections should be recorded and records should also be kept of use and maintenance.