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Safety Standards
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Accessory cord UIAA 102  Braking device UIAA 129 Chocks UIAA 124   Connectors / Karabiners UIAA 121    Crampons UIAA 153  Energy absorbing systems (SYS) UIAA 128   Frictional anchors UIAA 125  Harnesses UIAA 105  Helmets UIAA 106  Ice anchors UIAA 151  Ice tool UIAA 152   Low stretch ropes UIAA 107 Pitons UIAA 122  Pulleys UIAA 127  Rock Anchors UIAA 123   Rope clamps UIAA 126  Ropes UIAA 101   Slings UIAA 104  Snow anchors UIAA 154  Tape UIAA 103  |
For manufacturers/ potential label holders  Laboratories  The role of test laboratories is pivotal in helping manage risks in climbing by testing equipment according to defined UIAA standards. Upon request, laboratories that have requisite testing facilities are accredited by the UIAA and its Safety Commission. More information below:  UIAA 129 Lab template
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The prime feature of UIAA Safety Standards is that they are developed BY mountaineers and climbers FOR the mountaineering and climbing community. This makes them the most acceptable standards world-wide. 
