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Rigid Lifelines Anchor Trolley™ Advantages
As of 2020, there are many rigid track overhead fall arrest systems on the market. Rigid Lifelines® is proud to be one of the first,…
Recent Posts
August 10, 2023
New National Emphasis Program for OSHA
On May 1, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration released a…
July 8, 2022
Competent vs. Qualified Person Standard — OSHA
Properly identifying hazards in the workplace is a critical aspect of risk…
January 27, 2022
How to Reduce Slips and Falls Around the Truck
Driving a truck can be dangerous in and of itself. However, according…
November 4, 2021
Trade Shows: A Quick Look
Trade shows happen every year across a broad range of industries throughout…
June 16, 2021
Designing Facilities for Worker Safety
Worker safety is paramount to a facility’s success, and it all starts…
November 17, 2020
What Is the Difference between a Self-Retracting Lifeline and a Fall Protection Lanyard?
Construction sites and manufacturing plants can be hectic, with large teams of…
February 20, 2019
How to Select a Qualified Safety Trainer for Your Facility
The role of a safety trainer in an organization is an important one, and it can sometimes be a difficult role to fill. A safety trainer needs a thorough understanding of best safety practices and the ability to teach and train effectively. To meet these requirements, a person should not…
January 27, 2017
Developments in Aviation Fall Protection
This includes everything from commercial airlines, airports, and hangars to manufacturers, and maintenance/ service facilities. Additionally, developments in fall protection equipment and technology are helping to reduce the number of injuries from a fall. Overhead fall protection is one such development that we have seen over the years, and many…
June 12, 2015
Rigid Lifelines at ASSE’s Safety 2015
This year, ASSE’s Safety 2015 was held at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Over 600 companies exhibited at this year’s trade show. In addition to the exhibitors, ASSE offered over 200 sessions presented by engineers and safety professionals. These sessions covered more than 20 topics in…
October 8, 2013
National Safety Council 2013 in Review
One of the greatest elements of the National Safety Council Congress and Expo is the fact that each company is showing their newest products and innovations. By watching those new products, everyone in attendance can get an idea of the different trends that are happening within their industrial niche. Since…
September 21, 2012
The Dangers of Minimal Compliance Mindset
Meeting the minimum requirements for fall protection is like using single-ply toilet paper in a large family. It performs its function and it’s relatively cost effective, but it’s more likely to fail you in a time of need and it may not be the best situation for everyone involved. Although…
September 14, 2012
Whodunit — Creating Fall Hazards
Whenever a human experiences an injury or death, one of the most commonly asked questions is, “Who is responsible for this?” In many instances, a person will blame themselves for a personal injury. And, in reality, each individual is responsible for themselves and their behaviors while they are at work….