The life line equipment has shock absorber which is attached to one end to support the weight and let worker’s movement become variable at any point. Fast fitting material like swageless is connected to the shock absorber for grip. The intermediate bracket shows the hook that is tied to the body harness of the worker, while shuffle is for the life line support. Anchorage connects to both ends will increase the tensions for capturing weight of workers and any material that he wants to bring with him. The D ring of harness is attached directly at the upper back of the worker for easy access on the fall protection. A very long rope is attached to anchorage for support on the worker’s finishing. The rope grab is sometimes used in fall protection and arrest, a double extend for lanyard for safety and double snap hook for life line to function as stronghold for the material. There are also types of life line to choose from that will be of use to different situations.
In order to choose the best life line equipment, there are things that you need to consider. First is the line of business to use it since there are lots of tools that is needed for it. Second is the type of material that you may need to check since you will be managing workers that are working at the high peak for fall protection. Third is the location for lifeline system since it has trails and balancing that needs to work out. In rock scaling operations, it should have a core manila rope for added protection. The rope grab should also in good condition so that it will absorb the amount of pressure from the worker. Roof anchor may be scaled to perfect the connection of connecting bars for easy grip of the system. Harness should be in best shot so that it will prevent any accidents involving heights. At some point, the life line system will be successful if the materials and equipments to be used are in good lasting condition every time you use it.