Fall protection equipment

According to Decree No. 2004-927 relating to work at height, wearing fall protection is mandatory whenever there is a risk of falling . This is why many personal protection devices have been designed around this concept. Multiple fall prevention PPE exist to support professionals in the context of their respective work.

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Our team is proud to present our range of fall protection equipment, including complete kits to ensure your safety at height. Each kit includes a robust carabiner and a resistant cable, capable of withstanding tensions over several meters, thus guaranteeing optimal protection. We offer these essential equipment at competitive prices, allowing every worker to access the necessary safety without compromising quality. Trust our fall arrest equipment to protect you during your work at height.

What do we mean by working at height?

Work is defined at height as soon as the activity to be carried out leaves the ground to carry out an elevated position or near a drop or elevated equipment. This is the case for work on a roof, a pylon, mezzanine, and many others.

This intervention requires that the professional be trained in techniques for anchoring, rescue and moving on a rope. Fall protection equipment must be checked and be in working order in order to avoid any injury and accident affecting health. Above all, it is essential to use fall protection that meets the requirements and standards in force. In addition, it must be subject to CE marking.

There are three types of working at height: suspended work, suspended work, and confined space.

Equipment essential for fall protection

When working at height, it is important to carefully assess the probable risks and choose the accessory corresponding to the working environment. The equipment is placed in hierarchical order: the restraint system, the work positioning system and the fall arrest system.

Fall protection systems

It consists of limiting the worker's movements by preventing them from reaching areas in which a fall could occur. A connecting element attached to an anchor point secures the person to prevent them from finding themselves on the edge of the void. This device can be a fall arrest harness or a positioning belt complying with the NF EN 358 standard. It must be possible to adjust the length of the lanyard to make a fall impossible.

Workplace retention systems

This system allows its user to be suspended in the air thanks to an adjustable connecting element. It reduces the risk of slipping and prevents falling down in the workplace.

In this sense, it is recommended to favor the safety harness complying with the NF EN 361 standard. As for the anchor point, it must meet the requirements of the standard NF EN 795. The fall arrest system must be used in conjunction with these systems.

Fall arrest systems or devices

This device allows its wearer to reach areas where the risk of falling is present. It automatically stops the fall in a controlled manner. It includes an anchor point, a fall arrest harness to keep the body connected to the anchor point by a connecting element with energy absorption function.

The anchor point

It is important that the anchoring of the fall arrest system is strong enough to retain the worker in the event of a fall. Moreover, this resistance of the fixing support is often evaluated by a competent person before its use. Its capacity is demonstrated by compliance with NF EN 795 standards.

The fall arrest harness

It is a body gripping device used in fall arrest systems. It consists of straps, buckles and other elements to make the harness fit snugly on a person's body. It allows the forces generated by stopping the fall to be distributed.

The Portwest brand 1-point harness has 3 adjustment points, quick-release buckles with easy adjustment, and a dorsal D-ring at the back. In addition, it has an adjustment point at the chest and legs. It has the advantage of having fall indicators. It is made of nylon webbing, steel alloy and heat treatment.

The lanyard with energy absorber: a fall prevention device

It is a connection system 2 m long (maximum) and two connectors. Adding the energy absorber is necessary when used on an anchor point. Its elongation during the fall requires the use of an air draft (to be checked before the start of the intervention).

Its components must comply with NF EN 354 standards for the lanyard, NF EN 362 for the connector and NF EN 355 for the 'energy absorber.

The Portwest brand adjustable restraint lanyard is the perfect equipment for working in restraints. It adjusts easily to the connection point. This model has a length of 200 cm with the connector included. It is a polyester rope.

Automatic return fall arrester

It is a retractable lanyard wound on a drum. It features a tension and return system, as well as an automatic locking function in the event of a fall.

This is an automatically retracting retractor used in the same way as a car seat belt. It automatically detects a fall. In this case, the steel cable or strap locks mechanically to prevent a fatal fall.

The majority of these models are designed to operate in a vertical cone of 30° maximum below the anchor point. They must comply with the NF EN 360 standard.

Mobile fall arrester on vertical anchor support

These are different fall arrest systems, such as metal cable, synthetic rope or metal rail. These are vertical anchor supports that move without manual intervention. There is a movable slider associated with this support. In the event of a fall, it locks automatically.

These devices are essential for protection during vertical movement such as progression along the ladder for example. They are used directly above a support fixing point. You must avoid modifying the connection between the slider and the harness to avoid possible accidents.

Fall arrest equipment is essential to ensuring the safety of workers at height. Fall protection kits, such as those from Petzl, are designed to meet the strictest safety standards and provide reliable protection against fall risks. These kits often include carabiners, lanyards, and other essential components that work together to ensure safe lifeline use. Quality fall arrest products are equipped with innovative devices, for example, cabling systems, to ensure rapid opening and effective intervention when necessary.

This fall protection equipment is available in stock, allowing rapid shipping to equip teams of workers. User reviews offer practical perspectives on the durability, ease of use, and effectiveness of each product. Choosing the right fall protection equipment is crucial to workplace safety, and detailed product sheets provide essential information to help teams make informed decisions. In summary, fall arrest equipment, such as Petzl's complete kits, are crucial investments in ensuring the lives and safety of workers at height, providing reliable protection that meets the highest standards.

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