Work at Heights: Key Takeaways on Roof Lifelines and Anchor Points

Join us as we interview our very own Stephan van Heerden, Work at Heights Specialist. In this episode, we tackle the most frequently asked questions about anchor points and roof lifelines. We also explore critical strategies for managing fall risks and ensuring safety in high-risk environments.

1. Key Findings from Drop Tests: Discover how a 1-meter drop with a 100 kg weight can create forces up to 1000 kg—well beyond what the human body can handle safely. We also discuss the fatal consequences of forces exceeding 600 kg.
2. Understanding the Risks of Short Falls: Contrary to popular belief, even a fall from just 1 meter can be deadly. We break down why short falls are just as dangerous as higher ones.
3. The Importance of Proper Equipment: Learn how shock absorbers in lanyards help reduce the impact forces in a fall, and why every component of your fall protection system needs to be certified to standards like EN 795.
4. Avoiding Common Installation Errors: Uncover the dangers of using uncertified components or improper installation methods, and why using the right materials and certified systems is critical for safety.
5. Roof Lifeline Considerations: Understand why structural integrity is essential before installing lifelines on roofs, and the importance of using only certified components from approved providers to ensure system compatibility and safety.

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