规定了ISO 4306-1中指定的起重设备类型上使用的钢丝绳的两种选择方法，并在附录A中列出。确定了设备设计、应用和维护方面可接受强度和性能水平的最低要求。一种方法基于绳索选择系数C的值，另一种基于利用系数Zp的值。

Specifies two methods for the selection of wire rope to be used on the types of lifting appliances designated in ISO 4306-1, and which are listed in Annex A. Establishes minimum requirements for acceptable strength and performance levels with respect to design, application and maintenance of the appliance. One method is based on the value of rope selection factor C, and the other on the value of the coefficient of utilization Zp.