what is a horizontal lifeline

A horizontal lifeline is a cable or rail system that’s attached to two or more anchor points, providing a continuous line of fall protection for the individuals attached via their lanyards. Horizontal lifelines can be used in various applications, however, are most frequently used on elevated work areas such as loading docks, roof tops, bridges and cranes.

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Working at height hazards

Working at height, as defined by Health and Safety Executive (HSE), is “work in any place where, if there were no precautions in place, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury”.

Falls from height are the most common cause of fatalities and serious injuries in the workplace, so if you and/or your employees are working at height, you have to be mindful of the potential risks.

Today, we’re going to look at some of the most common working at height hazards and what you can do to mitigate them, reducing the likelihood of a dangerous fall.

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What are the main causes of falls from height?

According to the latest HSE statistics, falls from height are still the most common type of fatal workplace accident in Great Britain.

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At Safety Harness Direct, we offer a large selection of carabiners and climbing clips for use with our harnesses. But with such a variety to choose from, it can be difficult to know which carabiner is the right choice for you.

In this blog, we will unpack the key differences between twist lock and screw lock carabiners so that you can make an informed purchasing decision.

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Fall from height

Most falls from height occur in the construction industry, but such falls are a significant yet overlooked hazard across all sectors. Read on to find out more.

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