Q: What is the service life of fall protection equipment?
A: The service life of fall protection equipment is generally recommended to be 3 to 5 years, depending on the working environment and regular inspection results.
Q: Can fall protection equipment continue to be used if it shows no visible damage after a fall?
A: All fall protection equipment involved in a fall incident must be discarded, as the impact forces generated during the fall may compromise the structural integrity of the equipment, rendering it unsafe for subsequent use.
Q: Is an annual tensile strength test required for safety harnesses?
A: According to the European standard EN 365:2004, no tensile testing is required; visual inspections suffice. However, local industry regulations in China may impose additional requirements. Destructive testing is prohibited.
Q: What is the maximum allowable spacing between horizontal lifeline anchor points?
A: The maximum distance between two anchor points should not exceed 15 meters.
Q: Why must all cable be fully extracted during inspection of a fall arrester?
A: Partial extraction prevents thorough inspection of the retracted cable inside the housing. Failure to inspect the entire length may result in undetected damage, posing safety risks during a fall.
