Autobelay devices: Critical incidents, accidents, risks and recommendations from the DAV

Speakers: Dr Tanja Ganz and Lorenz Berker, DAV Federal Office
Saturday 11/22/2025
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Foyer East Stage
German
English
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Serious accidents repeatedly occur when climbing with autobelay devices due to failure to clip in. The DAV presents the results of its survey on the operation of autobelay devices. Together with the results of accident statistics with a special focus on accidents involving autobelay devices, recommendations for setting up autobelay lines are presented.

Speakers: Dr Tanja Ganz and Lorenz Berker, DAV Federal Office

Moderator: Julia Zschiesche

DAV / Halls & Walls, Climbing & bouldering

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