Safety Snap Hook Ref. 38

Safety Karabiner Ref. 38 — PPE certified EN 362 SASSI France

The Ref. 38 safety karabiner is a self-locking double-action PPE connector with a rotating steel swivel, compliant with EN 362, manufactured according to the requirements of EU Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment. Strength: 25 kN. Designed for lanyards and lifelines requiring free rotation.

Technical specifications

• Material: steel
• Locking: double-action self-locking with rotating swivel
• Anti-twist swivel
• Strength: 25 kN
• Standard: EN 362 compliant — EU Regulation 2016/425 PPE
• Mandatory CE marking

Materials and manufacturing

The Ref. 38 steel karabiner undergoes normative strength tests before commercialization. The 25 kN strength is the minimum guaranteed force according to the EN 362 compliant standard. The double-action self-locking system with rotating swivel is designed to resist accidental opening during falls or impacts. SASSI France selects connectors that comply with regulatory requirements for work at height in France and Europe.

For which professionals?

Intended for tradespeople and professionals performing work at height (French Labour Code R.4323-91): roofers, carpenters, facade workers, structural assemblers, network electricians. Must be used with an EN 361 compliant fall arrest harness and an EN 354 certified lanyard.

Frequently asked questions

Is this karabiner CE certified and compliant with French standards?

Yes. The Ref. 38 karabiner bears the CE marking and complies with EN 362 and EU Regulation 2016/425. These certifications are mandatory for Category III PPE (protection against fatal risks).

What is the maximum admissible impact force with this karabiner?

The nominal strength of the Ref. 38 is 25 kN. When used with an energy absorber (EN 355), the impact force transmitted to the body is limited to a maximum of 6 kN. SASSI recommends using this karabiner with a complete EN 363 compliant fall arrest system.

What is the regulatory lifespan of a PPE karabiner?

Fall arrest PPE must be inspected annually by a competent person and replaced according to the manufacturer's instructions (generally a maximum of 10 years, or immediately after a fall). Any PPE that has been involved in a fall must be removed from service and inspected before reuse.