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MSA Safety’sV-EDGE™Series: The latest in leading edge fall protection
Make nomistake, edgeworking is something that should be avoided if at all possible. In anywork at height application, the priority should be focused onmitigating the risk of operatives reaching and/or falling fromthe edge of a building or structure. But if it is absolutely necessary and unavoidable, then it’s vital to bewell-prepared and have the highest levels of protection in place. That’swhyMSA Safety, globalmanufacturer and distributor of industry-leading safety products, has created its V-EDGE™ range - a comprehensive portfolio of products designed to keep thosewho have towork on the edge, safe. Jon Rowan, Product LineManager atMSAcomments:“Working in a leading-edge application carriesmany risks.When anchored at foot level, for example, if aworker falls, theywill fall further than if anchored at shoulder height or
above.This can create issues around fall clearance and impact on the
body.There’s also the potential for lifelines to become damaged or compromised and an increased possibility for workers to swing after falling, creating a back and forth sawing action across the
edge.That’swhy –whilewe don’t encourage this type of work at height – it’s so important to use a leading edge-compatible self-retracting lifelinewith the strength and durability tomitigate the effects of loading over an edge.” MSA’s edgeworking product range comprises a series ofV-EDGE Self Retracting Lifelines (SRLs), available in 6m, 10mand 15mlengths, and Personal Fall Limiters (PFLs) available in 1.8mand 2.4mlengths.
V-EDGE SRL
TheV-EDGE SRL is specifically engineered and tested for use in horizontal, overhead, and leading-edge applications, removing the guesswork fromequipment
selection.MSA’sV-EDGE SRLmeets EN360: 2002 andVG11 Recommendation forUse sheet PPE-R/11.060. In doing so, the device adhered to a series of additional requirements: locking in
a horizontal arrangement (including following optional conditioning), dynamic performance, strength and static strength in a horizontal arrangementwhen loaded over an edgewith an edgewith a radius of 0.5mm. The device’s retraction-dampening feature controls the rate of lifeline speed, preventing unwanted damage to the unit, andmaximising product longevity,while an integrated roll cage provides freedomof movement and additional protection to the housingwhen used in foot-level tie off.
V-EDGE 1.8mPFL
TheV-EDGE 1.8mPersonal Fall Limiter is a lightweight option for leading edge applications, engineered for use in overhead and foot- level tie offpoints. It’s tested for horizontal use over a steel edge without burrs and is suitable for use onMobile ElevatingWorking Platforms (MEWPs). The device comes completewith awide range of smart features that contribute to high levels of safety, durability, and functionality. Its aluminiumtriple lock caribiner providesmaximumsafetywhen connected to a harnessD-Ring, offering all-important peace ofmind for the user,while its uniquewebbing construction – tested to one million abrasion cycles – offers industry-leading durability.A transparent casingmakes for easy visual inspection of critical internal components, and a yellowindicator thread incorporated into the lanyardwebbingmeans it’s easy to see if it’
sworn.The lifeline also remains extended, allowing the connector to be easily reached, and its compact designmeans the product sits comfortably on the user’s back. Jon Rowan concludes:“MSA’smission is to send people home safely at the end of eachworking day.Our leading-edge products are designed with this inmind –when the last resort is the only option, theremust be a solution to keep people safe.”
64 drain TRADER | August 2020 |
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