Safety snap hook Ref. 40

Safety Carabiner Ref. 40 — PPE certified compliant with EN 362 SASSI France

The Ref. 40 safety carabiner is a steel, screw-lock manual PPE connector, compliant with EN 362, manufactured according to the requirements of EU Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment. Strength: 25 kN. Designed for standard connection in work positioning applications.

Technical specifications

• Material: steel
• Locking: manual screw lock
• Length 100 mm — Opening 15 mm
• Strength: 25 kN
• Standard: compliant with EN 362 — EU Regulation 2016/425 PPE
• Mandatory CE marking

Materials and manufacturing

The Ref. 40 steel carabiner undergoes normative strength tests before being put on the market. The 25 kN strength is the minimum guaranteed force according to the EN 362 compliant standard. The manual screw-lock system is designed to resist accidental openings 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 craftspeople and professionals performing work at height (Labor Code R.4323-91): roofers, carpenters, facade workers, structural erectors, network electricians. Must be used with a fall arrest harness compliant with EN 361 and a lanyard certified EN 354.

Frequently asked questions

Is this carabiner CE certified and compliant with French standards?

Yes. The Ref. 40 carabiner bears the CE marking and complies with the EN 362 compliant standard as well as EU Regulation 2016/425. These certifications are mandatory for Category III PPE (protection against fatal risks).

What is the maximum permissible impact force with this carabiner?

The nominal strength of the Ref. 40 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 carabiner with a complete fall arrest system compliant with EN 363.

What is the regulatory lifespan of a PPE carabiner?

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 subjected to a fall must be removed from service and inspected before reuse.