Recommended for: Managers, Immediate Supervisors of authorized persons, or Individuals working at heights. Includes Competent Person and Competent Inspector
Recommended for: All individuals who are working at heights. Training required for employees who will be working first hand with the fall protection systems and devices
Recommended for: Individuals who are responsible for training Authorized Persons. Includes the Competent Person Training and Competent Inspector courses
How far above the ladder does the fall arrest system need to extend?
How far above the ladder does the fall arrest system need to extend?
For safe transitions, the ladder safety system should be configured so the user can remain protected while moving onto/off the upper landing. According to compliance, the fall arrest system must extend at least 3ft. (36″) above the top rung of the ladder for safe transition. The exact “extension above the top rung/landing” depends on:
the ladder type (through vs. side-step),
the landing geometry,
and the manufacturer’s system requirements for the rail/cable termination and connector travel.
Recommended for: Managers, Immediate Supervisors of authorized persons, or Individuals working at heights. Includes Competent Person and Competent Inspector
Recommended for: All individuals who are working at heights. Training required for employees who will be working first hand with the fall protection systems and devices
Recommended for: Individuals who are responsible for training Authorized Persons. Includes the Competent Person Training and Competent Inspector courses
