Fall protection in industry
Mining is notoriously dangerous, not only because of rock falls but also because workers often have to work at heights. In the energy industries workers have to climb towers or access pipe racks, cable trays or high lines. The forestry sector
is equally hazardous as arborists and loggers use power saws while suspended in trees. The
transportation industry
also involves risk: workers atop railcars endure weather and vibrations from passing trains; crane and hoist operators withstand wind and extreme temperatures; maintenance of aircraft involves working at steep angles on slippery surfaces. Building maintenance
like window washing and pest/animal control involve situations where workers are forced into precarious areas like overhangs, chimney stacks and sides of buildings.
A well-designed fall protection system can reduce the risks substantially. Inspection of structures such as bridges and heavy equipment often exposes inspectors to the hazard of falling. A fall protection system enables the work to be carried out safely. Any small reduction in productivity is vastly offset by improved worker morale; lower insurance costs and reduced lost time from injuries.
PenSafe provides a wide range of hardware for industry including a full range of
ANSI Z 359.1-07ED compliant
high strength connectors,
snap hooks,
form hooks,
buckles,
adjusters,
D rings,
anchorage connectors and
carabiners.
PenSafe strongly recommends that all components used in the field comply with the new ANSI Z 359.1-07ED standard that mandates hooks have a side load and face load strength of 3,600lbs, so they remain functional even when the hook is twisted and the gate is loaded. If you are not sure whether the components you currently use are compliant, it is best to replace them.
The new PenSafe PincerTM has been engineered from the ground-up to remain secure.
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