Fall protection equipment for working at height
Fall protection equipment is essential for ensuring the safety of professionals working at height. Designed to prevent falls and minimise risks during high-risk operations, these safety systems provide reliable protection across a wide range of industries, including construction, maintenance, glazing, HVAC installation and industrial applications.
At Sollevapratico, you’ll find a selection of certified fall protection equipment, including temporary anchor devices, safety harnesses, self-retracting lifelines and accessories designed to help operators work safely when permanent fall protection systems are not available.
Using certified fall arrest equipment not only helps protect workers but also ensures compliance with current European safety regulations, reducing workplace risks while improving efficiency and confidence during every operation at height.
Fall protection systems for working safely at height
Fall protection systems are designed to protect workers performing tasks at height by minimising the risk of falls. These systems combine different types of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and anchoring solutions to provide maximum safety and stability in construction, maintenance, industrial and installation environments.
What are fall protection systems and how do they work?
The primary purpose of a fall protection system is either to prevent a fall or to safely arrest it should one occur. A complete system may include several components working together, such as:
- Full body safety harnesses
- Lanyards with energy absorbers
- Self-retracting lifelines (SRLs)
- Temporary and permanent anchor devices
- Carabiners and connectors
When correctly selected and used, these components reduce the forces generated during a fall and help protect the operator while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Essential fall protection PPE for working at height
The Sollevapratico Safety range includes a complete selection of fall protection equipment designed for different professional applications.
- Fall arrest harnesses: essential for distributing fall arrest forces across the body while providing comfort during prolonged use.
Available models include the ECO Safety Harness and PRO Safety Harness. - Safety ropes and lanyards with energy absorbers: designed to reduce the impact forces transmitted to the user during a fall.
Available in 10 m and 20 m configurations. - Self-retracting lifelines (SRLs): automatic fall arrest devices that immediately lock in the event of a fall, providing maximum protection.
- Available models include the STOP 225, STOP 600 and STOP 1000 retractable fall arresters.
Temporary and permanent anchor devices
Anchor systems that enable safe work on roofs, façades and elevated structures.
Available models include the SUN 200 and WIN 200 temporary anchor devices.
Carabiners and connectors
Essential connecting components designed to ensure the integrity and reliability of the complete fall protection system.
All Sollevapratico fall protection equipment is designed to deliver maximum reliability, durability and compliance with current European safety standards.
Working at height regulations
Working at height is governed by strict health and safety regulations designed to protect workers from fall hazards. In Europe, employers must ensure that appropriate fall protection systems and certified PPE are used whenever there is a risk of falling from height.
Best practice includes:
- Using certified fall protection equipment
- Performing regular inspections and maintenance of all PPE
- Providing appropriate training for operators
- Using collective protection systems whenever possible
- Selecting equipment appropriate for the specific task and working environment
Choosing the correct fall protection system is essential for ensuring worker safety, complying with applicable regulations and reducing risks during every work-at-height operation.
FAQ
What do the regulations say about working at height?
European health and safety regulations require employers to implement appropriate collective and personal fall protection measures whenever there is a risk of falling while working at height. Where collective protection systems are not sufficient, the use of certified Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and suitable fall protection systems is mandatory to ensure operator safety and compliance with applicable regulations.
What are the main fall protection devices?
The main fall protection devices include full body safety harnesses, lanyards with energy absorbers, self-retracting lifelines (SRLs), temporary and permanent anchor devices, lifelines, carabiners and connectors. When used together as part of a complete fall protection system, these components help prevent falls or safely arrest them, ensuring maximum protection for workers operating at height.
When is fall protection equipment mandatory?
Fall protection equipment is mandatory whenever the risk of falling cannot be eliminated through collective protection measures, such as guardrails or scaffolding. In general, it must be used when working at heights greater than 2 metres, in accordance with applicable health and safety regulations, to protect workers from fall hazards and ensure safe working conditions.
What are fall protection devices?
Fall protection devices are Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to prevent falls or safely arrest them while working at height. They include equipment such as safety harnesses, lanyards, self-retracting lifelines, anchor devices and connectors, working together to protect operators and ensure safe, compliant work in environments where there is a risk of falling.
What are Category III fall protection devices?
Category III fall protection devices are Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to protect workers against fatal or irreversible risks, such as falls from height. They must comply with specific European certification requirements and can only be used by operators who have received the appropriate training and instruction, ensuring maximum safety during work at height.
What are Type A, Type B and Type C fall protection anchor devices?
Fall protection anchor devices are classified according to EN 795 based on how they are installed and used:
Type A: Permanent fixed anchor points installed on a structure.
Type B: Temporary and removable anchor devices that can be installed and removed as needed without permanently modifying the structure.
Type C: Flexible horizontal lifeline systems that allow operators to move safely while remaining continuously connected.
What are self-retracting fall arrest devices?
Self-retracting fall arrest devices (SRLs) are safety devices equipped with an automatic retractable mechanism that allows the user to move freely while keeping the lifeline under constant tension. In the event of a sudden fall, the mechanism locks instantly, arresting the fall and reducing the risk of serious injury. They are widely used for working at height where maximum mobility and reliable fall protection are required.
