Portwest FP40 3m Retractable Web Fall Arrest Block
Designed to retract you in case of a fall, the Portwest FP40 Retractable Web Fall Arrest Block will keep you safe during fall arrest activities. The arrest block is fully certified and designed using high quality polyethylene and steel, meaning that you can rest assured that your safety is secure.
What's Included?
With your purchase you will receive:
- 1 x FP40 Fall Arrest Block
- 1 x Energy Absorber
- 1 x Double Safety Lock
- 1 x Fall Indicator
- 1 x Swivel Snap Hook
Key Points of the Portwest FP40 3m Retractable Fall Arrest Block
- Certification:
- EN 362: Personal Protective Equipment Against Falls from Height: Carabiner
- EN 360: Personal Protection Equipment Against Falls from Height: Self-Retractable Fall Arrester
- Materials:
- ABS Plastic Shell
- Polyethylene Webbing
- Alloy Steel
What Is the Portwest FP40 3m Retractable Web Fall Arrest Block For?
The Portwest Fall Arrest Block is suitable for use as part of a fall arrest system. When connected to a safety harness, this will allow you to safety work from height, as should you fall, the fall arrest system will be able to take your weight.
Fall Arrest
A Fall Arrest system will not stop you from falling. It is instead a system that ensures a fall is carried out in a safe and controlled manner. This enables a worker to carry out their job, while a body harness is connected to a suitable shock absorbing system.
This will not prevent free fall. You will still fall, however be caught by a fall arrest block, rope, a lanyard and your harness. Training MUST be provided, and an escape plan MUST be in place before an accident takes place.
- Scaffolding
- Wind energy
- Tower crane erection
- Tower crane maintenance
- Pallet racking
- More...
How Does the Portwest FP40 3m Fall Arrest Block Work?
The FP40 Fall Arrest Block is comprised of wire rope that is stored on a reel within a protective ABS plastic shell. This retractable lifeline is spring-based, meaning that once activated it will reel the user back in. Due to the inertia brake mechanism, you can extract and retract the lifeline slowly to accommodate the users movements.
How Strong Is the Portwest Fall Arrest Block?
The Portwest Fall Arrest Block is a highly reliable fall arrest block that is designed using a steel rope and alloy steel. This means that the product is extremely strong, being able to hold plenty of wait. If that's not enough, the arrest block is fully certified to EN 362 and EN 360, giving you piece of mind that it will keep you safe.
What Materials Is the Portwest Fall Arrest Block Made From?
The Portwest Block is made from the following:
- ABS Plastic
- Polyethylene Webbing
- Alloy Steel
What Documentation Is Available?
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