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Self Retracting Lifelines
Self retracting lifelines satisfy many needs in the entertainment business. Not only are they good for use with wire rope (truss) ladders, but they also work well with catwalk and grid access ladders. When mounted on a horizontal lifeline with a trolley, the smaller web style self retracting lifeline removes the possibility of a fall, thereby eliminating the need for a rescue plan at that location.
However, these devices only work well when they have been positioned properly and, unfortunately, that is often not the case. A self retracting lifeline must always be above the technician who is using the device. In addition, the device must be placed such that should the technician fall the technician can reach the ladder or catwalk or whatever he or she just fell from to affect a self rescue. Many time, especially with wire rope ladders and truss access, the self retracting lifeline is hung from the face of the truss, allowing the technician, when climbing from the ladder to the truss, to be above the device. This is a very dangerous condition and should not be allowed to happen.
For more information regarding the safe use of self retracting lifelines, please contact one of our fall arrest specialists here at Sapsis Rigging, Inc.
Thanks,
Uncle Bill
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Featured Products
DBI/Sala Talon 8' Web Self Retracting Lifeline
- Compact, lightweight design
- 8 ft. of 1" nylon webbing
- All metal braking system for durability
- Quick-connect handle for direct attachment to anchorage or harness
- Self-locking swivel snap hook with impact indicator
- Designed for smooth consistent operation
- Meets or exceeds all applicable industry standards including OSHA, and ANSI Z359
The extremely lightweight design (just under three pounds!) and quick-connect system gives you freedom of movement without compromising safety.
DBI/Sala Talon 8' Web Self Retracting Lifeline 08-04-31-1001
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 Sentry Lifelines
- Automatically extends and retracts permitting freedom of movement while preventing slack line.
- Spring loaded drum with sealed ball bearings for smooth cable extension and retraction
- Weather sealed stamped steel housing
- 3/16" stainless steel cable
- Compact and lightweight
- Internal components made of bronze, stainless steel and aluminum
Specifications:
Maximum WL: 310 lbs
Cable Diameter: 3/16"
Braking activation speed: 4.5 ft/sec.
65' Sentry Lifeline 08-04-00-0065
100' Sentry Lifeline 08-04-01-0100
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For Your Library
HEADS! & Tales
Uncle Bill's Musings on the Theatrical Experience
by Bill Sapsis
A compilation of articles and stories Bill has written over the past 15 years. Revised, refreshed and updated, they are a treasure trove of practical advice, humor and gems of wisdom for the stage technician from one of the most respected leaders in the industry.
In this book you'll find chapters on
· Fall Arrest
· Counterweight Rigging
· Eating in Foreign Lands
· Rope
· Voting
· and Bill's favorite topic... Safety
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