Gravitec's Fall Protection Forum episodes are short videos that address hot topics in the fall protection industry. These informational videos are advisory in nature. They were not designed to replace formal, documented, hands-on fall protection and rescue training. Proper training includes reference materials, presentations and an evaluation of skills by a qualified instructor. The manufacturers' instructions must also be thoroughly reviewed by the end user before use of any fall protection and/or rescue equipment.
Episode 1: Hardware Compatibility Among Components of a Personal Fall Arrest System
This 5-minute video focuses on hardware compatibility among components of a personal fall arrest system. With the summer release of ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009, "Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems," the topic merits discussion. This video discusses the proper mating of components and provides four strategies to eliminate gate loading that leads to failure of components. To view this video, click the video button to the right.
To learn more about ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009 (Connecting Components for Personal Fall Arrest Systems), click here to view Gravitec's summary of this new standard, effective Nov. 16, 2009. ANSI/ASSE Z359.12-2009 is one of three new standards released in the summer of 2009 for inclusion in the growing ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code. Although ANSI is not law, its designation is highly regarded among industry professionals.
To learn more about connecting hardware compatibility, click here to view "Hardware Compatibility: Your Life Depends on It," an article by Gravitec General Manager David Lough, published in the April 2009 issue of Occupational Health & Safety magazine.
Episode 2: Fall Protection for Aerial Lifts
This 7-minute video focuses on fall protection for aerial lifts. Aerial lifts are a popular choice for work as height and a safer alternative to portable ladders and/or scaffolding in many cases. This video works through the fall protection hierarchy to determine the best fall protection for both vertical lifts and extensible lifts. It also touches on misconceptions about fall protection and aerial lifts. To view this video, click the video button to the right.
Episode 3: Estimating Clearances for Energy Absorbing Lanyards
This 7-minute video demonstrates how to perform field calculations to estimate clearances required for energy absorbing lanyards. Gravitec believes every Competent Person should be able to evaluate the fall protection equipment and surrounding area to determine the necessary clearance required to prevent the worker from striking the ground or other objects in the event of a fall. This video lists the steps to calculate clearances using both the anchor point and the platform upon which the worker is standing as reference points. To view this video, click the video button to the right.
To learn more about ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2009 (Personal Energy Absorbers and Energy Absorbing Lanyards), click here to view Gravitec's summary of this new standard, effective Nov. 16, 2009. ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2009 is one of three new standards released in the summer of 2009 for inclusion in the growing ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code, a series of voluntary fall protection standards. Although ANSI is not law, its designation is highly regarded among industry professionals.
Episode 4: Energy Absorbers & Energy Absorbing Lanyards
This 8-minute video focuses on energy absorbers and energy absorbing lanyards. Next to the full-body harness the energy absorbing lanyard is the second most popular piece of fall protection equipment. This video reviews two categories of energy absorbers along with some problematic issues associated with Y-lanyard use in an effort to help the end user select the most appropriate energy absorbing lanyard for the job. To view this video, click the video button to the right.
To learn more about ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2009 (Personal Energy Absorbers and Energy Absorbing Lanyards), click here to view Gravitec's summary of this new standard, effective Nov. 16, 2009. ANSI/ASSE Z359.13-2009 is one of three new standards released in the summer of 2009 for inclusion in the growing ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code, a series of voluntary fall protection standards. Although ANSI is not law, its designation is highly regarded among industry professionals.
