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Know your fall protection facts
Falls from heights and dropped objects can have dangerous consequences for both workers and companies.

Self-retracting lifelines at the leading edge
Nano-Lok Edge SRL is the leading SRL for leading edge and foot-level tie-off applications.

Rope Grabs: User tips that matter
At-height workers have different options when it comes to connectors that aid in fall arrest and fall restraint. Rope grabs are a popular option because they are often more cost-effective than SRLs.

Harness your fit
3M™ Fall Protection Harness Solutions come in all shapes and sizes. When you work at heights, you need a harness that gives you a full range of motion, with a fit that’s snug, but comfortable.

Why inspection matters
A fall from heights can be deadly. This is why it is crucial to take the time to properly inspect fall protection equipment to help prevent a fall from occurring.

Fall clearance calculation chart
To determine the required Fall Clearance add the appropriate factors together, this will give you the safe Required Distance (RD) below the working surface

Are you still in compliance with the Ontario Ministry of Labour’s at-heights worker regulation?
If you completed your Working at Heights training in April 2015, it's time to get re-certified before your credentials expire in April 2018.

Product Stop Use: Lead Energy Absorbing Posts used in roof-mounted Evolution™ Horizontal Lifeline Systems
3M Fall Protection has received field reports of broken end-posts used in roof-mounted EvolutionTM Horizontal Lifeline Systems.

Rescue training: In the event of a fall, do you have a plan?