ASTM F3731-24

1.1 This standard provides guidance for the design, manufacturing and safety requirements for ceiling suspended and wall mounted backstops. Ceiling suspended and wall mounted backstops include both stationary and retractable equipment that is permanently installed.

1.2 Unlike a specification that dictates specific criteria and tolerances, this Guide offers a broad perspective of considerations for the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of ceiling suspended and wall mounted backstops to aid in improved safety and performance.

1.3 This guide is intended to reduce the potential hazards resulting from a mechanical failure of a ceiling suspended or wall mounted backstop component.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are commonly regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are typically provided as additional information.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

4.1 This guide is to aid the specifier, designer, owner/operator, and others, when determining the best practices for ceiling suspended and wall mounted backstops.

4.2 This guide can be helpful in most applications where ceiling suspended or wall mounted backstops are being considered.