What are horizontal lifelines?
In simplest form, the horizontal lifeline consists of a cable attached to two or more anchor points on a roof-top, crane runway, bridge or outdoor construction site, or any other elevated work area that poses a fall risk to personnel.
Who can install a horizontal lifeline?
“Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used, under the supervision of a Qualified Person, as part of a complete personal fall arrest system, which maintains a safety factor of at least two.”
What are the two types of lifelines?
There are two types of lifelines, vertical and horizontal. A vertical lifeline typically holds only one employee. The lanyard moves with the employee, and will hang vertically in the event of a fall. A horizontal lifeline connects to anchorages at both ends to stretch horizontally.
Do horizontal lifelines have to be engineered?
All horizontal lifelines that Versatile Systems installs are engineered. We supply our customers with thorough engineering that is designed specifically to their building, and their specific application. It’s essential to ensure the safety of your employees, your building, and the security of your company’s future.
Can self-retracting lifelines be used horizontally?
When using a self-retracting lifeline horizontally you need to consider leading, or sharp, edges. The cable of the retracting lanyard needs to have sharp edge protection to ensure it does not tear. For example, some retracting lifelines, such as our XStop Mini and XStop Midi, are also suitable for horizontal use.
How many people can tie off to a horizontal lifeline?
Depending on your HLL configuration, you can typically have either two or four workers tied off in Fall Arrest on a single HLL.
How many person can be connected to a single horizontal lifeline?
A lifeline must be wire rope of at least ½ inch (1.20- centimeter) diameter, not more than two persons shall be permitted to attach their lanyards to a single horizontal life line, at one time.
Can self retracting lifelines be used horizontally?
How many workers can tie to a horizontal lifeline?
HLL capacities vary by manufacturer, but a common HLL capacity is two workers in fall arrest and four workers in fall restraint.
How does Ariana engineered lifeline system protect workers?
The Ariana Engineered Horizontal Lifeline System represents years of refinement and innovation in providing fall protection for workers. The system utilizes a unique stainless steel shuttle that slides easily over intermediate anchorage brackets as well as around inside or outside corners with no manipulation required by the user.
Do you need to inspect your horizontal lifeline?
Many workers are aware of the need to inspect their tools, ladders, and scaffolds, but will secure themselves to a horizontal lifeline without a second thought. As with any equipment, horizontal lifelines also require inspections and maintenance – but when, and what type of maintenance? Let’s start with when .
Which is the focal point of the Ariana system?
As a focal point of the ARIANA system, the AN700 shuttle is the easy way to attach and detach at any point of the line, offering easy movement without disconnection when passing intermediate anchorages.
Do you need OSHA certification for a horizontal lifeline?
Let’s start with when . From a regulatory standpoint, OSHA makes no requirement for the frequency of certifications of horizontal lifelines, but it does require all fall protection equipment to be inspected for wear and visible damage prior to each use.