ANSI/ASSE White Paper Available From MSA

Words: Dan KamysANSI/ASSE White Paper Available From MSA

 

 

A new ANSI/ASSE Z359.7 – 2011 standard for Qualification and Verification Testing of Fall Protection Products white paper is available from MSA, The Safety Co. This paper summarizes and explains the new ANSI/ASSE Z359.7 standard, establishing industry guidelines and focuses on minimum requirements for the certification of fall protection products.

MSA says it participated in the development of the new standard and provides this information as a service to its customers and safety professionals.

For more information on MSA Fall Protection Products complying with these requirements, please call 800-MSA-2222, or visit www.MSAnorthamerica.com.

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