Fall Arrest SystemsWhere fall restraint isn’t possible, a fall arrest system can be considered as a ‘last resort’. Should a worker fall from a place of height, fall arrest equipment will halt their fall before they come into contact with the ground or anything else that could cause injury.
Fall arrest systems have the advantage that they allow safe access in the most seemingly inaccessible places. Where restraint systems would be too restrictive to undertake the necessary work, a fall arrest system provides a more flexible alternative.
The length of fall before the person is arrested should be minimised to reduce the impact on the body and assist in any rescue effort. Guardian’s experience with these systems enables us to install fall arrest systems at their optimal working configurations.
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Safety linesAs well as offering a fall restraint solution, the shock absorbent properties of safety line systems enable them to be utilised, if installed appropriately, as fall arrest systems. Guardian can help you plan the most appropriate solution for your needs, correctly installing fall arrest safety lines where necessary. Our supplier selection ensures the best possible protection at affordable prices, and this includes the cost of reset in the event of deployment. |
Rope grabsDesigned for vertical and inclined fall arrest protection, automatic type rope grabs are ideal for ladder climbing or on sloping roofs. They may also be used as a back up system to the main suspension or lifeline. With numerous options available, including fixed or removable rope grabs, made from a variety of component materials and with additional features such as emergency descent functions, Guardian can supply you and your workers with the most appropriate equipment for your application. |
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Rail systems
In the vertical orientation, rail solutions act as fall arrest systems, even where their intended use further along the configuration may be that of a horizontal fall restraint system. The mechanical automatic locking connectors ensure that should a person slip on their way up to a place of work, the connector will lock in position and stop the person falling further. It is this dual operation that can make rail systems a more appropriate and cost effective solution in certain situations. |
