This standard specifies test methods for materials, components and systems associated with equipment for protection against falls, as follows:
a) static testing apparatus and static test methods;
b) dynamic testing apparatus, including a torso dummy;
c) test methods for dynamic performance and dynamic strength testing of components and systems;
d) corrosion testing of metal components;
e) test apparatus and test methods for conditioning tests and endurance tests.
The standard also makes recommendations for the scheduling of tests.