Fall Protection

The MSA Latchways® PRD is a lightweight, unobtrusive personal rescue device that is an integrated full body harness system for self-rescue. In the event of a fall the device lowers the person gently to the ground in a controlled descent.

The V-TEC Mini retactable lanyard is the most compact & lightweight self-retracting lanyard ever developed using multiple spring radial energy-absorbing technology. This new design eliminates the need for an external energy-absorber outside of the housing making it the smallest retractable lanyard on the market.

Tripod confined space entry kits provide simple ordering with all the necessary components for a complete safety system. Kits are ideal for applications in tanks, manholes and other vertical entry work practices.

MSA's range of Latchways® Engineered Vertical Lifeline Systems for ladders provide outstanding personal safety for individuals working on any type of fixed tower ladder, industrial ladder. Applications include cranes and silos. MSA's Latchways Engineered Vertical Lifeline Systems for towers, have the inherent flexibility to be configured for use on virtually any design of power transmission tower.

Engineered for use in overhead and foot-level tie off points, and where leading edge hazards are a concern. The device has been successfully tested for horizontal use over a steel edge without burrs using the methods in VG11 CNB/P/11.060 (edge type A - 0.5 mm). The V-EDGE Mini PFL is also specifically tested and suitable for use on Mobile Elevating Working platforms (DIN 19427:2017-04, a peak force at the anchor point below 3kN).

With MSA's line of stanchions, installation is made easier with the unique clamp design. With only one location needed for tightening, this can be done by hand - no need for additional wrenches. The system is also portable and lightweight.

The new MSA Workman Winch is rugged, versatile and economical for lifting, lowering and positioning personnel and materials within confined space applications. Designed for maximum 400-lb (182 kg) workload for personnel and 620-lb (282 kg) for materials, the Workman Winch is built with tough thermoplastic housing to ensure high performance within the harshest environments. Winch offers integral, ergonomic carrying grip and unique, foldable handle for simple storage. Patent-pending bracket design allows for easy, rapid assembly. 

The Rescue Utility System is primarily used for raising and lowering people or equipment in rescue and industrial work access and ideal for confined space applications. A 4:1 rescue pulley system Pulleys are equipped with a built-in anti-reversing lock. Offers rapid deployment, is virtually maintenance free, and is rated for two-person load.

MSA offers several types of reliable restraint lanyards, which are primarily used for travel restriction and work positioning.

Simplify product selection with The V-EDGE Personal Fall Limiter.  The V-EDGE is engineered for use in overhead and foot-level tie off points, and where leading edge hazards are a concern.  With a stainless steel housing built to last in the toughest environments, this PFL can help save time and money on costly replacements.

With premium  stainless steel components and innovative engineering, the V-TEC Self Retracting Lifeline incorporates a precision-made spring radial energy absorber that requires zero calibration or adjustment.  The retraction dampening feature controls cable retraction speeds preventing pre-mature and accidental load indicator deployment.

Workman FP Stryder™ Beam Anchors quickly and easily attach to an I-beam flange without the need for any tools.

When free-fall distance can exceed two feet, use a lightweight, low-profile Workman® Energy-Absorbing Lanyard. The energy absorber not only limits force on the body in a fall, but also on the anchor location. The shock absorber includes a clear, durable protective cover over the labels to increase service life and allow for easy inspection.

MSA’s Workman Rescuer provides fast, easy and intuitive fall protection with integral bi-directional retrieval capability. Not only does the Workman Rescuer arrest the fall, its retrieval capability allows the fallen worker to ascend or descend to a safe location. This durable, economical addition to the Workman Series of products offers fast installation and setup, ideal for applications where time and ease of use are a priority. The Workman Rescuer is also a stand-alone retractable device, as the carrying handle may be used as an anchorage attachment.