One of the most popular collective stationary safety equipment for working at height is horizontal fall arrest ropes, as they will always be more affordable than rails.
What to consider when purchasing horizontal cables?
Ropes tend to be made of:
- galvanized steel
- stainless steel;
SIA "JP SOLUTIONS" offers rope systems from several manufacturers, which allows for maximum adaptation to the customer's needs and the environment where the rope will be located.
We do not recommend using galvanized steel, because the cable is constantly being clipped with a carabiner or a special cable clamp (this wears away the zinc and the cables start to rust). The best option would be stainless steel, not only for the cable, but also for all fasteners, to eliminate the risk of corrosion as much as possible.
Another important aspect is to design a system in advance or choose a system for an existing roof according to the intended or existing roof covering, so that the cable does not cause damage to the roof waterproofing and other roof elements.
Fall arrest cables are one of the most popular collective stationary safety equipment for working at height, because in terms of price they will always be more affordable than rails. Cables are made of galvanized steel and stainless steel. We recommend choosing stainless steel cables, because the life cycle of galvanized steel cables is much shorter, they are constantly clipped with a fall arrester (this wears away the zinc and the cables start to rust).
Safety ropes for fall arrest
Collective safety systems for work at height prevent or stop falls, as well as help to safely access the workplace. Such devices are divided into two parts - passive and active. Safety ropes for fall arrest are one of the types of active collective systems. They perform a fall arrest function and ensure primary safety. Ropes with a fall arrest device are often used on ladders and flat or minimally sloping roofs on which it is possible to stand. Since work at height is work performed in a place from which an employee can fall and be injured, for example, servicing a roof or equipment on a roof, lighting, working on telecommunications or lighting masts, and a rope is one of the most accessible collective fall arrest systems that perform a safety function.
Stainless steel cables for the safety of your employees
Rope systems are used in cases where it is necessary to work in a fall zone, they are used to stop a fall in case of a fall. Such cases should not be allowed. That is why experts recommend choosing rope systems from well-known, reliable and proven manufacturers. It is also important to remember that before using each piece of safety equipment for work at height, a thorough visual inspection of all its elements must be carried out to identify worn or damaged parts and if any are discovered, work must be stopped and the equipment must be handed over to a competent person for inspection.
