Roofing Rope Grab

Users would have to set the length of their connection by adjusting the rope grab which is attached to the back of their harness.

Roofing rope grab.

That will keep it from sliding sideways as you step onto the roof. More product details close. Users also have to deal with the excess rope. Once you let go the rope grab latches to the rope and will no longer move up and down.

This unique kernmantle rope grab provides the versatility of easily switching between an automatic or manual rope grab. The rope safe features a built in anti panic grip which function engages to arrest a fall even if the user grasps the rope grab in a way the interferes with the primary break. Fasten the top of the ladder with rope or wire tied to a secure anchoring point such as a 20d nail driven into a rafter. Rope grabs allow workers to adjust the length of the lifeline and can be useful when workers are moving about the roof frequently.

On uneven ground place squares of plywood under one foot to level the ladder base and then secure it with wire or rope tied to stakes. Palmer safety fall protection roofing bucket kit i full body harness 50 vertical rope anchor set i construction fall arrest kit for roofers construction workers i osha ansi compliant equipment. 25 vertical lifeline with rope grab hinged reusable roof anchor osha ansi compliant. If you do fall do not grab onto the rope grab and pull the trigger.

The hands free rope grab is a self trailing grab which smoothly moves up and down the rope in operation and locks in a fall. Although both solutions offer an equal level of safety on non fragile roof surfaces one could argue that a retractable fall arrester is a more convenient solution. When you hold the rope grab down you are able to move freely up and down the rope. 4 1 out of 5 stars 10.

Roofers who use rope grabs need to constantly take up the slack out of the line. The kit includes a comfort harness with shoulder padding 50 ft. The anchored ropes can be as long as necessary making this form of fall protection highly versatile.