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Note that there is a difference
between leading edge (“LE”)
and non-leading edge rated fall
protection equipment. With LE
equipment, the lifeline material
is typically larger, stronger, and
more cut resistant. You can use
LE rated products on a variety
of edge surfaces, such as con-
crete, and they can be used on
finished concrete with a round-
ed edge. A Competent Person
must be involved in selecting
the appropriate equipment for
your application and have own-
ership of the setup, which in-
volves training. You should feel
free to consult with us about
your application needs and ref-
erence the ANSI Z359
.
ALL ANSI/ASSP Z359.14 LE de-
vices MUST have a shock ab-
sorbing method between the
worker and the SRL. There are
also clearance requirements
for LE rated products. Typical-
ly, more fall clearance is re-
quired because of added free
fall distance when anchored at
foot level. The exact clearance
depends on product type, an-
chorage point location and user
weight. For example, SRL-LE
“They have high-
capacity and uni-
form energy ab-
sorption designed
to balance peak
force, capacity and
deflection.”
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