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Design factor
Also known as safety factor.
The ratio relating a component or system’s failure strength to its permitted working load under defined conditions.
Safety notes
- The required factor depends on material, use, dynamics, people, standard, and jurisdiction; it does not authorize exceeding the marked WLL or ignoring inspection.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
The required factor depends on material, use, dynamics, people, standard, and jurisdiction; it does not authorize exceeding the marked WLL or ignoring inspection.
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Sources
- Published Technical Standards · Entertainment Services and Technology Association
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.