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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,…
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June 3, 2020
Why It Is Important to Perform Periodic Evaluations of Your PPE
PPE, or Personal Protective Equipment, is a familiar term for many people. It has been a focal point in Coronavirus news coverage, as medical PPE has been in high demand for healthcare workers treating Coronavirus patients. But PPE is not limited to healthcare; different forms of PPE are used in…
August 21, 2015
How to Inspect Your Fall Protection System Effectively
To use fall protection systems correctly, companies must follow many policies and regulations, such as a fall protection program, rescue plan, and proper training for users. Maintaining these tasks and procedures can seem overwhelming, and inspecting a fall protection system effectively is no exception. Many factors should be considered—like inspection…
March 27, 2015
How To Inspect Your Rope Grab Assembly
Rope grabs are designed to provide continuous fall protection in today’s rugged work environments. Rope grabs must move freely up and down vertical lifelines. Checking that rope grabs function properly is essential for keeping workers that use them safer from being injured during a fall. Below are suggestions and a…
October 15, 2014
Inspecting Your Self-Retracting Lanyard
Self-retracting lanyards (SRL) are the form of fall arrest device that is required for use with all Rigid Lifelines fall protection systems. In order to ensure that your fall arrest device is functioning at its peak performance, it’s crucial that you inspect your equipment thoroughly before each use. After any…
September 15, 2014
How to Inspect Your Shock Absorbing Lanyard
Shock absorbing lanyards are commonly used devices for fall arrest. In several specific fall protection applications, shock absorbing lanyards are actually the preferred device. As with anything in the fall protection industry, it’s important to inspect your equipment before each use. When equipment is used without a preliminary inspection, there…