A Guide to Height Safety: Essential Gear for Working at Heights
Height safety equipment is essential for preventing falls and ensuring compliance across construction, maintenance, and industrial environments. Whether you’re working on rooftops, scaffolds, or elevated platforms, the right gear keeps your team secure and confident.
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What Equipment Is Available in Our Height Safety Range?
We offer a wide selection of certified gear, including:
- Harnesses: Choose the Kevlar Full Body Harness with Quick Release Buckles for high-heat environments or the Tradesman Plus Harness with Adjustable Lanyard for everyday use.
- Lanyards: Options like the Double Elasticated Triple Action Hook Lanyard and Fall Arrest Webbing Lanyard with Shock Absorber provide secure, shock-absorbing connections.
- Anchorage Lines: The Temporary Vertical Anchorage Line with Rope Grab offers quick setup and compliance with AS/NZS 1891.5.
- Inertia Reels: For sharp edge resistance, try the Inertia Reel Sharp Edge Wire Rope or the Recovery Reel with Dual Arrest and Winch Modes.
- Tool Safety: Prevent dropped tools with the Tool Lanyard Elastic with Swivel Hooks or the Battery Holder SWL 4KG.
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Why Is Height Safety Gear Important?
- Fall Prevention: Arrest systems stop falls before impact.
- Compliance: Meets AS/NZS 1891, ANSI Z359, and EN 361 standards.
- Worker Confidence: Reliable gear improves focus and morale.
- Tool Security: Prevents dropped objects from causing injury below.
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How to Choose the Right Gear
- Environment: Rooftop, scaffold, confined space, or elevated platform.
- Fall Distance: Match gear to your working height and clearance.
- Weight Rating: Ensure SWL matches user and tool weight.
- Comfort: Adjustable harnesses and padded straps improve wearability.
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Maintenance Tips
- Inspect gear before each use for wear or damage.
- Store in clean, dry conditions away from UV exposure.
- Replace components per manufacturer guidelines.
- Log inspections and service dates for compliance.
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Ready to Equip Your Team?
Browse our full Height Safety range and shop trusted products like the Kernmantle Rope Sharp Edge with Snap Hooks, Suspension Trauma Straps for Harnesses, and Karabiner Stainless Steel Triple Action. Every item is selected for durability, compliance, and peace of mind—because safety at height starts with the right gear.