DBI-Sala ExoFit XP Wind Energy harness
13 November, 2009The DBI-Sala ExoFit XP Wind Energy harness features a replaceable dorsal webbing protector and lumbar shell to prevent wear from this repetitive motion, extra built-in tool/gear loops to hang equipment, quick-connect buckles, front D-ring for ladder climbing or rescue, side D-rings for positioning, dorsal D-ring for fall arrest and suspension trauma straps so that, in the event of a fall, the suspended worker simply connects the straps and steps into them to relieve pressure and improve circulation in the legs while suspended.
Fall protection lanyard
12 November, 2009 byThe DBI-Sala Force2 shock-absorbing lanyard range caters for workers at height who have a combined body weight with tools and equipment of 50-160 kg. The range also provides a solution to issues revolving around compatible hardware, forced rollout and side-gate loading on connecting hardware used in industry.
Personal fall limiters
23 September, 2009 byThe Miller TurboLite Personal Fall Limiters (PFLs) eliminate the need to ‘switch-out’ different fall protection equipment in situations where fall clearances change.
Roofing installer anchor
07 August, 2009 byTileLink is an anchor system for tile and slate roof installers that combines energy-absorbing capabilities with a profile that is practically invisible when looking at the roof.
Emergency rescuer’s harness
07 August, 2009 byThe USAR Web Harness, manufactured by Wolfpack Gear, is designed to be worn by urban search and rescue professionals and firefighters.
Fall protection for 'hot work'
18 June, 2009Miller Fall Protection has carried out a great deal of research on heat resistant materials. Using these new materials has enabled the company to both revise their current designs and to add a number of new designs, both for harnesses and lanyards.
Building contractor fined over fall injury
15 June, 2009An Adelaide company has been convicted and fined in the SA Industrial Relations Court over an incident that left a worker seriously injured after a fall.
Fall recovery system
09 June, 2009 byThe Ferno Recovery System provides a quick and simple solution for gentle recovery of conscious or unconscious casualties who have fallen or who require immediate assistance. The system can be operated by a single person to raise or lower a casualty up to 50 m to safety.
Edge management system
09 June, 2009 byThe Arachnipod is a total edge management system based around the concept of an industrial tripod; however, the modular design enables components to be added or removed as required, creating a truly multifunctional system.
Fall restraint anchor
09 June, 2009 byThe CableLink anchor is designed for tile and slate roofs and is quick to install, with a small profile that makes it barely visible.
Fall arrest bolt tester
09 June, 2009 byThe Hilti Tester 4 is an inspection system to test safety bolts and fall arrest bolts on building exteriors. These bolts need to be tested when installed and every year after in order to comply with OHS requirements outlined in building regulations and Australian Standards AS 189.4-2000 and AS 4488.201997.
Removable fall restraint anchors
09 June, 2009 byThe ISC range of fall protection anchor devices has been expanded with the release of the Girder Grip for use in structural steel and the Dyvidag for use in structural concrete. Both are EN795 approved as removable portable anchor devices for use in the construction industry.
Shock-absorbing lanyard
09 June, 2009 byThe Force2 shock-absorbing lanyard range is rated for users with a combined body weight and tools weight of between 50 and 160 kg, ensuring people over 100 kg will be protected during a fall, while providing no risk of use by lighter-weight personnel.
High dielectric-strength rope
09 June, 2009 byThe Yale Hydee Brait is a high dielectric-strength rope that is constructed from a co-polymer olefin film converted into an 8-strand plaited rope construction that provides a high degree of grip.
Fall arrest inspection tagging — safety help or safety hazard?
15 May, 2009It might come as a surprise to discover that workplace accidents can occur just as easily from employers trying to do the right thing as they can from not following correct procedures.
