#$%^&*AU2016204903A120170202.pdf#####- 10 ABSTRACT The invention relates to a connection clip (9), preferably for connecting strips of netting of a protection device (1) which is provided with two hooks (16, 17) that are arranged lying next to one another. A respective protective cap (13) is provided which can be connected to the connection clip (9). On both sides it has grooves (16, 17) matched to the geometry of the connection clips (9) in which they can engage with their hook-shaped ends (10, 11) ends. The protective caps (13) have a U-shaped profile on the face side matched to the ends (10, 11), on both ends of which profile there are outwardly rounded or slanted projections (16, 17) for the fixing of the ends. (Fig. 3)1/3 1 Fig.1 I4 122 5 12 4 13 9 Fig.2 6 7 13 9 8