Health and Safety Executive

Rusted belay stakes

May 2009

Issue

Remember that belay stakes, pegs and other ironware rust, often near the rock where it is most difficult to detect. The stake pictured below broke when suitably kicked by the group instructor setting up belays.

Rusted belay stake

Outcome

Test all anchors well before use and never assume an anchor is solid.


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