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Reliance Fall Protection

Reliance Fall ProtectionDedicated to Raising the Standards in

Personal Fall Protection Equipment


About Reliance• Introduction• Facilities Overview• Testing Facilities & Capabilities• Training Facilities & Capabilities

Products• Innovative Products • Full Line Overview• By Category Summary

Horizontal Lifelines• Configuration Options• HLL Q & A• Online Horizontal Lifeline Wizard

Informational Tools


IntroductionReliance Industries began operations in the year 2001 by patenting a revolutionary new technology for the design of horizontal lifeline systems that allowed the reduction of fall height requirements without increasing end-loadings. These Tuned-Cable™ horizontal lifelines are one of those “it can’t be done” innovations that suddenly seem simple once you understand how they work. The lifelines were followed by unique anchorages, the concrete embed system with remote connection, beam clamps and trolleys, and other engineered products.

Reliance offers a comprehensive full-line catalog (shown here) that includes complete information on our products, services, and general fall protection concepts and practices.


Facilities Overview

Deer Park, TX• Corporate Headquarters• Soft Goods Manufacturing• Product Assembly• ANSI Compliant Testing Facility• Fall Protection Training Center

Denver, CO• Engineering & Product Development• Hard Goods Manufacturing


Testing Facilities and Capabilities

• Indoor and outdoor capabilities• ANSI compliant and certified test towers• Certified equipment to perform dynamic and static tests necessary for all applicable standards compliance• Quantified test results readily available• Products are tested not only to meet standards, but to reach far beyond their scope in creating “Higher Standards”• Tensile testing up to 20,000 lbs. (88.8 kN)• Drop towers that capture data via Dasylab™ software, which translates the results to spread sheets and graphs• Analysis of areas where efficiencies may be gained and incorporated into product designs


Training Facilities and Capabilities

Our state-of-the-art Training facilities teach students :

• Increased awareness about the hazards of falling from heights• The ability to identify fall protection hazards• An understanding of the risks of at-height work• How to develop inspection procedures & programs• How to implement procedures to mitigate fall protection hazards

Reliance also offers :• A monthly training program for Competent Inspectors of Fall Protection Equipment• Quarterly courses for Fall Protection Competent Persons• Coming soon – online training capabilities


Reliance has developed several truly innovative fall protection concepts that have helped establish higher standards for Fall Protection. Among them are :

Innovation

T.E.S.T.S. : Tool & Equipment Safety Tether System

• Tool Lanyards can accommodate tools weighing up to 50 lbs (22.6kg) for added safety• Available in a variety of load capacities - almost any hand tool can be fitted• Anchor loop available for tools with built-in anchor slot for quick application• Field installable anchors available for tools that will not accommodate lanyard spring hooks• Multiple anchor rings can be installed on one tool for added safety• Patent Pending anchor banding and fasteners available in bulk quantities for large tool rooms

This unique system provides the ultimate in protection for dropped-tool hazards. Shock absorbing lanyards are attached to tools via a proprietary anchoring system. Dropped tools cease to be a hazard to persons or equipment below, and costly damage to dropped tools and equipment is eliminated.

15-50 lb. Lanyard 0 - 15lb. LanyardTool Anchor Ring


Tuned Cable® HLL Technology Concrete Embed Anchor System

Tattletale™ Webbing Steelhead™ Snaphook

Tuned Cable systems provide :• Free spans up to 200’• Lower end loads• Multiple end anchor choices• Stanchion variety• Reduced line tension & limited fall distances

• Receiver is cast into place with a 10,000 lb anchor strength • Ties into rebar to increase strength in green concrete• Numerous inexpensive receivers • Remote connect/disconnect, up to 20’ overhead

TattleTale™ web is inspectable web. It has a colored inner core which becomes exposed when the web becomes damaged by cuts or abrasion. Color that shows through “tells” the user that the equipment needs inspection, and where to look.

• 100% proof-loaded to 3,600 lbs.• Patented FanGate™ design prevents webbing and hardware from being trapped behind gate• Prevents gate loading, guards against potential rollout/burstout• Design of the hook body makes false engagement impossible.

Innovation


Full Line Product Overview

Full BodyHarnesses

Snaphooks& Carabiners

PositioningDevices

Self RetractingLifelines

Shock AbsorbingLanyards

VerticalSystems

AnchorageDevices

Guardrails &Overhead Rails

HorizontalLifeline Systems

Confined Space& Rescue


Full Body Harnesses“A” Series Ironman Series

“The industry standard construction & industrialFull Body Harness”

“Designed forhard work”

• Tattletale™ webbing• Impact load indicators• Bar-coded individual serial numbers• Indelible serial number in back plaque• “Floating” thigh stitching• Improved geometry brings buckles to front of thigh• Angled stitching for “tailored” sub-pelvic fit• Extra large back pad eliminates ‘D-ring droop’• No elastic webbing• Heat-set labels• Corrosion resistant grommets• Extra thick woven (not sewn) seat webbing for added durability

• Tattletale™ webbing• Impact load indicators• Bar-coded individual serial numbers• Indelible serial number in back plaque• Removable back support/tool belt, shoulder padding• Reliance Quick-Adjust™ torso adjustment buckles• Slotted positive engaging chest buckle• “Floating” thigh stitching• Improved geometry brings buckles to front of thigh• Angled stitching for “tailored” sub pelvic fit• Extra large back pad eliminates ‘D-ring droop’• No elastic webbing• Heat-set labels• Corrosion resistant grommets• Extra thick woven (not sewn) seat webbing for added durability


Full Body Harnesses

What is Tattletale™ Webbing? • TattleTale™ web is inspectable web• Load-bearing straps in Reliance harnesses and lanyards have a red inner core (or a yellow core in black webbing) which becomes exposed when the web becomes damaged by cuts or abrasion• Red that shows through “tells” the user that the equipment needs closer inspection• The webbing helps again by giving the Competent Person (the expert) the information needed to judge how deep the cuts or abrasions are, so the seriousness of the issue can be determined


Full Body Harness AccessoriesSee catalog for additional items

Tool Pouches& Carry Bags

Shoulder, Back, and Leg Comfort Padding

Positioning Belts & Tool Belts

Tool Lanyards(T.E.S.T.S.)


Snaphooks & Carabiners

• Reliance leads the way in snaphook design, development, production, and implementation• Design and manufacture our own snaphooks and carabiners• Have exceeded the new ANSI requirements for a 3,600 lb. (16kN)gate for over five years • All Reliance snaphooks are 100% proof-loaded to 3,600 lbs. and incorporate our patented FanGate™ design

• FanGate™ design ensures proper axial loading and prevents webbing and hardware from being trapped behind the gate• Design prevents gate loading, and guards against potential rollout or burstout• Dimensional design of the hook body makes false engagement impossible• All Reliance snaphooks meet the new ANSI standard• 3/4" to 2-1/4" opening snaphooks• .8" to 2" opening carabiners

Ergonomically

Friendly

Gate ‘Wings’

Protect Rivets

Anti-Rollout

Feature

Patented

FanGate™

Alloy Steel

Forged Bodies


Shock Absorbing Lanyards

Skyline™• Industry standard in single-leg shock absorbers• Made from ‘Tattletale™’ webbing• Comply with stringent ANSI standards• Available with a variety of hooks for use in all types of environments

FatPack™• Two complete independent shock absorber assemblies inside the same shock pack• FatPack™ lanyards are able to absorb a “second” impact, reducing the possibility and severity of injury

BlackMAX™• Regulates the arresting force depending on the height of fall• Arrest falls in both “Force Level 1” (6’ free-fall) and “Force Level 2” (12’ free fall) conditions• Eliminates the need for 2 styles of shock-absorbing lanyards

BigBoy™• Designed for use by persons with a total body & tool weight greater than 310 lbs• Maximum Arresting Force (MAF) will not exceed 1800 lbs• Lanyard elongation won’t exceed 42”• Adheres to requirements for equipment designed for users with a total body and tool weight of less than 310 lbs

QuickStop™• “Tuned” to greatly reduce deceleration distance in the event of a fall• Designed for use in areas where clearance to the next lower level is less than 14’• Maximum Arresting Force (MAF) will not exceed 1800 lbs


Positioning Devices

• Ideal for all types of work positioning and fall restraint applications• Effectively limit a worker’s exposure to potential fall hazards• Each includes durable, easy opening hardware and is designed to perform in the toughest of environments.

Rebar Chain Assembly

Positioning Lanyard

Adjustable Length Positioning Lanyard


Skyloc™ Self Retracting Lifelines

• Lightweight thermoplastic case• Two fast and positive cam-driven locking pawls• Available with cable or polyester web• Forged steel Pelican hook

• Heavy-duty zinc plated full steel case• Three cam-driven locking pawls• Brass and stainless-steel brake• Galvanized or Stainless aircraft cable• Forged steel Pelican hook with load indicating swivel

• Stainless Steel Self Retracting Lifeline • Up to 130’ stainless steel wire rope• Stainless steel swivel snaphook• Stainless steel Power retraction spring• Three cam driven locking pawls• 303 stainless steel SRL housing• Manufactured entirely of non-corrosive metals and composites

• 40’ of 7/32” Galvanized cable• External shock pack for added security• MAF will not exceed 1,350 lbs (6kN)• Load indicating swivel snap hook• Deceleration distance will not exceed 54”• Optional Swivel mounting bracket available

• Compact size• Zinc plated full steel case• Three cam-driven locking pawls• Brass and stainless-steel brake• Galvanized cable or 1” webbing• Variety of hook types available


Vertical Systems

Cable Grab System• Locking cable grab for use on 3/8” (10mm) cable• Removable and installable from any point on the • No pins to get lost or damaged• Stainless Steel Construction• Includes carabiner

Rope Grab System• Automatic fall-arrestors locks itself immediately on the vertical lifeline if a fall occurs• “Hands Free” operation on weighted vertical safety line• Moves freely along 5/8” rope on brass rollers

Vertical Rope Lifelines• Made from a combination fiber rope with a firm lay, excellent wear and a high strength to weight ratio• Produced with high strength continuous filament polyester surface yarns wrapped over high tenacity Ultra Blue™ Fiber• Available in : 25’, 50’, 100’, 150’, 200’, 250’, 300’, & 600’ Rolls• Comes with 1 spliced eye with a thimble and carabiner


Anchorage DevicesAdjustable Width

Beam Anchors

• Temporary (movable) anchorages designed for use in steel erection• Steel bar, aluminum jawed HLL anchor clamp can be used to anchor a horizontal lifeline system, or as an anchor point for a PFAS

Adjustable Width Sliding Beam Anchors

• Combine freedom of movement and dependable fall protection• Trails behind the user through attachment of shock absorbing lanyard• Simple to install, remove, and size• No pins or chains• Dual beam grip• Replaceable synthetic wear pads

Screwjack™ Personal Fall Arrest Anchor Clamps

• Lightweight adjustable anchor designed to clamp directly to the flanges of various size ‘I’ and ‘W’ style beams• Swiveling D-ring allows for a compatible attachment point of a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) for a single user• Sliding jaw can be adjusted to the needed width and placed over the beam and then secured in place with the locking detent pin• With the screw adjustment feature, the clamp can than be securely attached to vertical or inclined beams to prevent movement


Anchorage Devices

Concrete D-Ring Anchor• Temporary or permanent applications• Re-usable D-ring assembly• Rugged design for harsh environments • Safe connection indicator notifies user that anchor has been installed properly• Installs into 11/16”, 3⁄4”, or 18mm holes – only standard drill bits needed

Reusable Concrete Anchor• 5,000 lb. (22 kN) anchor point for vertical or overhead/ceiling concrete applications• Can be removed and re-installed in a new location• Exclusive quick-release button provides for immediate anchor removal• Constructed of stainless steel, alloy steel & aluminum• Designed for use in cured concrete with a compression strength of at least 3,000 psi (2,685 kPa)• Available with wire loop anchor connection

Concrete Insert Anchor System

• Receiver is cast into place, to 10,000 lb. (44.4kN) anchor strength• Ties into rebar to provide increased strength in green concrete• One ball-lock Connector can be used with numerous inexpensive receivers• Remote connect/disconnect, up to 20’ (6.1m) overhead.

Shown here : Metal Decking Insert, Concrete Embed Anchor Ring for permanent installation, Concrete Embed Bypass Ring for HLL's,Concrete Embed Connector for PFAS or HLL applications, Concrete Embed Receiver for outdoor applications


Anchorage DevicesLockjaw™ Remote Beam Grip

• Attaches easily to I-Beams using fiberglass pole• 10,000 lb. (two-man) anchorage point• Aluminum jaws, steel swivel• For overhead anchorage use

• Bolts into two 1/2" diameter drilled holes• 5000 lb. anchorage, zinc plated carbon steel

Bolt-on D-ring

• Permanent installation on 4” to 16.5” flanges• Corrosion resistant wheels• Stainless Steel bearings• Powder coated aluminum body• Water and steam resistant• FDA approved for contact with food products• 5,000 lb single person fall arrest

Beam Trolley

• 9,600 lb web sling • 3” and 2” D-rings• Available in various lengths

6’ Web Anchor Sling

• One hand operation• Fits wide range of hole diameters• 5,000 lb rated anchorage point• Drop forged eye bolt

Steel Anchor• 6’ X 1/4” galvanized wire rope with vinyl coating• 2” forged cargo O-ring on one end 3/4” Pelican hook on the other• Available in multiple lengths• Other styles available

Wire Rope Anchors


Confined Space & RescueSee catalog for additional items

5-Piece Confined SpaceEntry System

• Designed for manhole and confined space entry/retrieval and fall arrest applications• System breaks down into 5 lightweight aluminum components• No tools required for assembly• Modular design allows the use of various fixed and portable bases and an optional mast with extensions• Multiple winches and/or vertical lifeline systems may be mounted as required

Combination SRL / Emergency Retrieval Winch

• Designed for use in confined space entry and retrieval scenarios• Includes a full-featured SRL• May be used as an emergency winch for personnel retrieval• 50’ 3/16” Galvanized or Stainless cable• Capacity: 310 lbs• Can raise and lower• Mounting brackets available for most confined space kits and systems


Guardrails & Overhead Rails

KeeGuard® Fall Protection System

• Designed for flat or low slope rooftops•Prevents falls, ensures rooftop safety, and does not penetrate the roof membrane•Can be used for retrofitting to older buildings as well as for new construction

Kee Hatch™ Safety Railing System

Ensures Safety and Protect Personnel In and Around Rooftop Hatches

KeeGuard® Contractor

Free Standing, Non-PenetratingPortable Guardrail System

SPANCO® Fall Arrest Track• Available with two sizes of steel and two sizes of aluminum track in the standard fall arrest track systems• Designed for indoor or outdoor use• Low profile design• Design enables greater distance between supported points with minimum loss of headroom• Available in one or two man systems• Systems come in a variety of mounted or freestanding versions


Horizontal Lifeline Systems

Road & Bridge Systems

• Looped Rebar• Nelson Stud• Structural Steel for Bridge Beams• Pour-In-Place Concrete Insert

Structural Steel Systems

• Clamp-On System• Weld-On System• Choker Strap System• Overhead System• Fireproofed or Box Beam System

Concrete Systems• Bolt-In System• Commercial Rebar System• Drop-In Sleeve System• Rebar Direct-Connect System• Embedded System

Specialty Systems• Inverted ‘L’ System• StrongBack™ System• Custom Systems


Reliance Horizontal Lifeline Systems – Road & BridgeReliance offers a variety of engineered horizontal lifeline systems that are specifically designed to address the fall protection hazards associated with the construction and maintenance of roadways and bridges. These systems use components that were developed to meet the standard requirements of road and bridge work environments, and have been thoroughly field tested on actual jobsites.

Reliance Horizontal Lifeline Systems for Road and Bridge work share a common horizontal lifeline system, but use different anchor, stanchion, and other elements specific to the environment in which they are installed.

Standard Road & Bridge Systems :• Looped Rebar• Nelson Stud• Structural Steel for Bridge Beams• Pour-In-Place Concrete Insert


Reliance Horizontal Lifeline Systems – Structural SteelStructural steel systems are designed for installation on existing structures. Utilizing off the shelf components, most all structures can be accommodated. System height is 5, 6, or 7’ (1.5, 1.8, 2.1m) above the walking surface or can be configured to hang from above.

System stabilization is maintained with tie-back cables or strong back struts when stanchions are utilized. On structures (piperacks) where clamping on the top flange of I- beams is not feasible, under slung clamps may be used.

Standard Structural Steel Systems :• Clamp-On System• Weld-On System• Choker Strap System• Overhead System• Fireproofed or Box Beam System


Reliance Horizontal Lifeline Systems – ConcreteConstruction projects utilizing concrete foundations are among the most common in building sites. Concrete construction projects present a unique set of challenges for fall protection and horizontal lifeline setup and use. Reliance has extensive experience in this area, and offers a variety of systems and solutions for concrete construction projects.

Reliance has invested a great deal in engineering and Research and Development geared towards meeting the needs of our customers. Currently, Reliance offers several off-the-shelf systems which effectively address most concrete construction applications. Since each project has unique challenges, customfabrication of brackets and structuralinterfaces are available upon request.

Standard Concrete Systems :• Bolt-In System• Commercial Rebar System• Drop-In Sleeve System• Rebar Direct-Connect System• Embedded System


Reliance Horizontal Lifeline Systems – Specialty & CustomWith our large selection of off the shelf components, most any structure may be fitted with a permanent or temporary Reliance horizontal lifeline. With the ability to ‘tune’ our lifeline systems, Reliance can accommodate clearance and span geometries that our competitors have difficulty with.

Systems can be custom-built for non-standard applications. Our experience ensures that we can develop a solution for your specific needs.

Specialty Systems :• Inverted ‘L’ System• StrongBack™ System• Custom Systems


Horizontal Lifelines – Q & A

Q : What is a Horizontal Lifeline ?A : It is a flexible line between two anchor points that provides a safe means forworkers to horizontally traverse an elevated work area.

Q : Why do I need one ?A : If workers are exposed to fall hazards that cannot be addressed withpassive fall protection systems (guardrails, nets, etc.), and a high degree ofmobility is necessary to perform the work.

Q : Where are Horizontal Lifelines suitable or beneficial over traditional fixed anchor points?A : In areas where workers need to move freely back and forth between twopoints while remaining connected to a personal fall arrest system.



Q : What are the OSHA regulations for Horizontal Lifelines ?A : OSHA 1926.502(d)(8) : ‘Criteria for Personal Fall Arrest Systems’ : ‘The free-fall distance is limited to 6 feet. The deceleration distance must not exceed 42 inches; lifeline elongation is not included in deceleration distance; and the total fall distance is unregulated except that the employee cannot make contact with a lower level’.

Q : What does this mean ?A : It means that if you are working at height and you fall, your fall must be completely arrested before you hit something on a lower level (this may may or may not be the ground). The distance that you fall before before your Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) begins to arrest your fall cannot exceed 6 feet. The distance between activation of the PFAS and total fall arrest cannot exceed 42 inches (in most cases).



Q : What if there’s no HLL or anchor overhead, and I have to tie off by my feet ?A : This will potentially double your free-fall distance, or increase it to an average of about 10 feet. Per OSHA 1926.502(d)(16)(iii), this would only be allowed where an employer cannot provide a more suitable anchorage or other form of fall protection. In a situation where limiting the free fall to 6 feet is infeasible, the employer would be required to limit the free fall to the extent possible and to ensure that the arresting force would not exceed 1,800 pounds (see §1926.502(d)(16)).

Q : Won’t I need special equipment in a case like that ?A : Yes. Reliance developed the BlackMAX™ lanyard for these situations. It is designed to regulate arresting force depending on the circumstances of a fall. The BlackMAX™ will arrest falls in both “Force Level 1” (6’ free-fall) and “Force Level 2” (12’ free fall) conditions; in either case, arresting force is limited to well under 1,800 lbs.


Q : What if there’s a someone else’s Horizontal Lifeline System in place already ? Can I use a Reliance harness and lanyard to attach (or vice-versa) ?A : In most cases, yes. The issue here is typically not with the harness, but with the connectors used to attach to the lifeline. In most cases, standard connectors (snaphooks, carabiners, etc.) at the end of a lanyard or lifeline are compatible. Connectors should allow components to fit together properly, and there should be no chance of accidental disconnection.

Q : Can we just string up a cable between two structures and connect to that ?A : No. A Horizontal Lifeline is an engineered system, and a variety of factors must be considered during its design and construction. Among these are the anticipated load on end points, the number of system users required, the total lifeline length desired, proper cable tensioning, minimum required clearance of lifeline above working surface, and the types of deceleration devices used. ALL of these are critical factors in designing a Horizontal Lifeline System.



Q : How am I supposed to calculate all of that of that information ?A : Through use of the Reliance ‘Horizontal Lifeline Wizard’ on the Reliance website at www.relsafe.com. Anticipated lifeline tension and minimum required clearance beneath the walking surface are determined instantly by entering the following five items :

• Number of system users required • Total lifeline length• Number of intermediate supports • Type of deceleration device used• Elevation of lifeline above walking surface

Since the calculations are almost instant, many design combinations may be viewed to obtain the best design for protection of the affected worker(s). The program will automatically invalidate the system if it is not viable based on the entries. When a viable system is configured, the user can generate a bill of material based on the components required for the system designed.



Horizontal Lifeline Wizard

Data regarding the desired system’s length, number if users, and other factors is entered.

The Wizard calculates the factors required for a viable system based on the information entered.

System creation is a step-by-step process that the Wizard guides the user through.

The end result is an itemized list of materials needed to construct the lifeline.


Reliance offers Fall Protection Equipment in the following categories :

• Full Body Harnesses• Snaphooks and Carabiners• Shock Absorbing Lanyards• Positioning Devices• Self Retracting Lifelines• Vertical Systems• Anchorage Devices• Confined Space & Rescue• Guardrail Systems• Overhead Rail Systems

And our specialty :• Horizontal Lifeline Systems

The Reliance catalog features the following informational tools :

• ABCD’s for Equipment Selection• Fall Clearance Calculations• Equipment Inspection Criteria• How to Don a Harness• Applicable OSHA and ANSI Standard Information

The Catalog can also serve as a desk reference for :• Equipment Selection• Applicable Standards• Fall Protection Technology

In Summary

Dedicated to Raising the Standards in Personal Fall Protection Equipment.

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