This document specifies the safety requirements applicable for the tensioning devices for cableway installations designed to carry persons. This standard is applicable to the various types of installations and takes into account their environment. This document applies to the design, manufacture, installation, maintenance and operation of rope tensioning devices and anchorages for cableway installations designed to carry persons. It includes requirements relative to the prevention of accidents and the protection of workers. It does not apply either to installations intended for the transport of goods or to inclined lifts.