This standard specifies requirements for three types of double-braided ropes consisting of braided core and braided cover, for general use.

Intended Uses:

Type 1 -- Type 1 rope is intended to be used where high strength, high elongation and nonfloating properties are required. Suggested uses: ocean towing, light-jackstay rig, anchor lines, helicopter slings and pendent cargo slings, buoy suspension ropes, berthing lines, grapnel lines, single point mooring system, block-and-tackle work, boat falls, heaving lines and boat rope.

Type 2 -- Type 2 rope is intended to be used where slightly lower strength, medium elongation and floating properties are required. Suggested uses: halyards, mooring lines, slings, block-and-tackle work, ocean towing and boat rope.

Type 3 -- Type 3 is intended to be used where medium strength, low elongation and nonfloating properties are required.

Class A -- Class A rope is intended for use where special lengths of all types of rope are required for the Canadian Forces and other marine applications (Table 3).

Class B -- Class B rope is intended for shorter lengths of all types of rope and untwisted yarns may be used in the core for the smaller diameter ropes (Table 4).

The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipment that could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use. Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in conjunction with any existing applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.