AS 2316.1.1 pdf download

AS 2316.1.1 pdf download.Artificial climbing structures and challenge courses
1.1  Scope
1.1.1  General This document specifies the minimum requirements for the design, construction, operation, supervision levels, maintenance and testing of belayed artificial climbing structures (ACS) and abseiling structures and associated components. 1.1.2  Inclusions This document includes indoor and outdoor structures and facilities used for climbing and abseiling. 1.1.3  Exclusions This document excludes the following: (a) Bouldering (refer to AS 2316.1.2). (b) Climbing holds (refer to AS 2316.1.3). (c) Natural surfaces with artificial holds and/or belay points. (d) Playground equipment (refer to AS 4685). (e) Structures associated with bungy jumping activities (refer to AS/NZS 5848). (f) Theatrical and stunt work. (g) Mobile artificial climbing structures [refer to AS 3533 (series)]. (h) Inflatable climbing structures.
1.3  Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.1.3.1 abseiling descending an artificial climbing structure using ropes and descender friction devices under your own control Note 1 to entry: This may be belayed or non-belayed. 1.3.2 acceleration vector that specifies the time-derivative (rate of change) of velocity. Acceleration measurement is usually made with an accelerometer 1.3.3 acceleration pulse non-oscillatory acceleration of a short duration 1.3.4 accelerometer sensor that measures the acceleration for a specified axis and frequency range 1.3.5 anchor any load bearing attachment on or about the ACS to which a climber’s or abseiler’s rope is attached directly or indirectly during their progress on the structure. The anchor may be fixed or movable. Four classes of anchors are defined: lead anchors, top-rope anchors, stance anchors and ground anchors. An anchor constructed to accommodate more than one rope is defined as a multiple anchor of that class. An anchor may comprise more than one element, in which case the elements are connected 1.3.6 artificial climbing structure ACS structure specifically built for the purpose of climbing or abseiling 1.3.7 auto-belay system device that acts as a belay system (1.3.8) but which does not require human intervention and that provides for the safe retardation of the climber to a controlled rate of descent such that there is no hazardous impact with the ground 1.3.8 belay system means by which the climber or abseiler is protected from an uncontrolled fall or descent. This may include a back-up of the primary belay system in some circumstances 1.3.9 climbing route surface of the ACS on which a climber progresses including all the holds and belay anchors, commonly but not necessarily indicated by the presence of a top-rope anchor and rope 1.3.10 competent person person who has acquired through training, qualifications or experience, or a combination of these, the knowledge and skills enabling that person to perform a specified task Note 1 to entry: For guidance, refer to Australian Adventure Activity Standard at https:// australianaas .org .au. 1.3.11 critical fall height maximum free height of fall for which a surface provides an adequate level of impact attenuation Note 1 to entry: The critical fall height is determined according to the lowest test result obtained, see Appendix D.1.3.16 ground anchor anchor at the base of the ACS used to anchor the belayer 1.3.17 head injury criteria HIC measure of impact severity that considers the duration over which the most critical section of the acceleration pulse persists as well as the peak level of that acceleration 1.3.18 hold removable climbing component used for progression on an ACS including bigger three dimensional, structural attachment without additional panel insert or other means of hold fixation 1.3.19 impact area surface that may be impacted by a climber falling from the ACS Note 1 to entry: Persons falling from an ACS do not necessarily land directly underneath it. If a person falls while jumping or making a dynamic move, the person is more likely to fall slightly away from the ACS. The area underneath and around the ACS in which persons are likely to fall or over which they could swing (pendulum) is included in the impact area. Note 2 to entry: The extent of the impact area will depend on the height and configuration of the ACS. 1.3.20 impact attenuation system IAS pad, floor mat, carpet and foam composite flooring system, foam filled bag, or another system that transforms the kinetic energy from falls into controlled acceleration/time transition to zero velocity during impact 1.3.21 impact attenuation test one impact measurement carried out from a specified height of 1.5 m or a series of at least ten impact measurements carried out from a specified of height of 1.5 m