Vertical Lifeline Grabs: Rope and Cable Solutions for Fall Protection
Vertical lifeline grabs are essential fall protection devices that attach to a rope or cable lifeline, allowing workers to safely ascend and descend while automatically locking in place to prevent falls. Whether using synthetic rope or steel cable, choosing the right grab is crucial for ensuring worker mobility and safety in vertical environments.
Rope Grabs for Vertical Lifelines
Designed for 5/8" rope lifelines, these grabs offer smooth movement while providing fall arrest protection when needed.
- Palmer Safety Trailing Rope Grab – A standard trailing rope grab for seamless movement along a 5/8" vertical lifeline.
- Fusion 7103 Rope Grab – A manual grab designed for 5/8" (16mm) rope, featuring a 1" eye, making it ideal for roof kits and sloped work. It is easy to engage and release, comes in gold, silver, and black, and is cadmium-plated for durability.
- FallTech 8358 Rope Grab – A hinged design allows for installation at any point on the 5/8" synthetic rope lifeline. It automatically follows the user’s movement and includes an energy absorber with an inspection window, an alloy steel rope adjuster, and a snap hook for harness attachment. Meets OSHA 1926.502 and 1910.66 regulations.
Cable Grabs for Vertical Lifelines
For steel cable lifelines, these grabs provide high durability and secure fall arrest in harsh environments.
- Ultra-Safe Cable Grab – A cam-actuated fall arrester designed for 3/8" (10mm) stainless or galvanized steel cables with a 6,000-lb minimum breaking strength. It connects to the sternal attachment point of a harness with an ANSI/OSHA-approved carabiner and locks in place in the event of a fall.
- DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X2 – A detachable cable sleeve that glides smoothly along 3/8" (9.5mm) and 5/16" (8mm) vertical lifeline cables while maintaining constant attachment. Features a dual-locking system, zinc-plated steel carabiner, and stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance.
Why Use a Vertical Lifeline Grab?
- Ensures worker safety when climbing
- Provides hands-free mobility along vertical lifelines
- Automatically locks in case of a fall
- Meets OSHA and ANSI compliance standards
Choosing the right rope or cable grab ensures that workers remain safe, mobile, and compliant while working at height.
