Performance Beyond Compliance
When service, maintenance, loading and unloading requires work at height on the top of railcars, aircraft, or loading trucks and trailers, workers are exposed to severe hazards that generic compliance frameworks fail to mitigate. While standard OSHA compliance serves as a baseline, true risk management requires moving Beyond the Hierarchy to eliminate hidden pendulum dynamics and swing fall risks. To achieve this, our engineering approach strictly aligns with the comprehensive hierarchy of fall protection established by ANSI, rather than relying on broader OSHA administrative controls. Traditional horizontal cable lifelines allow for significant lateral deflection, which drastically increases total fall distance and creates a dangerous arc where a falling worker can strike vehicles or equipment. By leading with an evaluation of these specific application hazards and tight clearance mathematics, facility managers can replace dangerous, sagging lines with a secure, highly efficient environment.
The ideal solution is an engineered rigid rail track and trolley system designed specifically for active fall arrest and fall restraint. Engineered under the direct supervision of a Qualified Person and fully compliant with the ANSI Z359.6 design standard, these overhead systems neutralize swing fall hazards by keeping the anchorage point securely locked directly above the user. For environments demanding maximum operational efficiency, our multi-track and patented Twin Rigid Rail innovations allow teamed maintenance crews to bypass one another seamlessly, enabling multiple workers to complete tasks simultaneously and get the job done quicker without ever disconnecting. Backed by our team of licensed engineers and project managers who expertly bridge the gap between complex structural design and field-verified life safety. Flexible Lifeline Systems provides complete single source project management, from initial survey and structural calculations, to design and engineering, certified fabrication, installation and inspection services ensuring your facility achieves long-range safety and compliance.
