When Do You Need to Use a Fall Protection System?

eurosafesolutions eurosafesolutions.co.uk When do you need to use a fall protection system? There are many situations in which a fall protection system is necessary, not only to safeguard the people who work there, but also to ensure adherence with the strict legislation that governs these practices. We run through some of those applications here. Latchways Mansafe Systems Mansafe systems are vital whenever there is a requirement for people to be working at height and that other control methods cannot be implemented. One of the main purposes of a mansafe system is to protect workers should a fall occur. There are many reasons why people need to access the roof of a building; sometimes for jobs that are as little as watering a sedum roof or collecting lost sports equipment from the roof of a school. 圖 Roof Safety Wire There are many types of horizontal cable systems in the market place and are aften referred to as roof safety wires or cable based systems. Just like the Latchways Mansafe systems they are all required to be inspected and tested to ensure they are compliant and safe for use. Horizontal cable systems inspections should be carried out in accordance with current British Standards: BS EN795, BS EN7883 and BS EN353 if a vertical system. The updated European Standard EN 795 2012 requires that all cable based fall protection systems be designed, manufactured and tested to allow for foreseeable misuse. Rail Based Systems Rail based fall protection systems are often installed where there is a need to minimise workers' fall distance. The rail will not deflect as a cable would in the event of a fall. Typically, a rail will be installed to ensure that the worker is either kept in a position of restraint or the fall distance is kept to a minimum. Such systems are often found in overhead locations, such as train maintenance depots. Horizontal rail systems inspections should be carried out in accordance with current British Standards: BS EN795, BS EN7883. Single Point Anchors Single point anchors are widely used to protect workers from fall hazards adjacent to openings. They come in three main forms: Eyebolts – Class A1 Counter Weight Anchors - Class E Tripods & Davits – Class B Abseil Anchors & Eyebolts Abseil Anchors should be inspected and tested at least every six months as per the lifting operations and lifting equipment regulations 1998, (LOLER). An examination scheme would consist of, (but is not limited to) the following: Examination of the eyebolt for correct marking Surrounding structure inspected for damage or cracks Check, as far as possible that positioning requirements are met. Anchor device can be accessed before the user is at risk That the structural anchor is of an approved type and appropriate to the structure. Physical examination where applicable Up-dating of signage as applicable. For more details about fall protection system inspection services offered by Eurosafe Solutions please visit: https://www.eurosafesolutions.co.uk/ service/test-inspection/fall-protection-eyebolt/ Our Services Include: Roof Assessment & Evaluation Test & Inspection Plan of Action & Safety at Height Management System Programme of Requirements Training & Education Installation & Implementation Sheffield, UK eurosafesolutions Unit 51b Dorehouse Ind Est Orgreave Drive Sheffield, S13 9NR 0114 250 7411 E [email protected]