Uploaded November 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this Werner Tech Talk episode, Kevin Denis, Werner’s Technical Service Manager, dives into the complexities of temporary horizontal lifelines—and why they’re not as simple as stringing a rope between two points.
Kevin explains how horizontal lifelines differ from vertical systems, especially when it comes to force vectors and anchor loading. You’ll learn:
Why horizontal lifelines can generate forces up to 15x greater than the fall arrest force
-The importance of using engineered systems instead of makeshift setups
-How span length, line tension, and number of users affect anchor requirements
-Why all horizontal lifelines must be designed and supervised by a qualified person
He also walks through Werner’s engineered rope and cable systems, including:
-Built-in high-capacity energy absorbers that limit anchor loads to under 2,500 lbs
-Compatibility with standard 5,000 lb anchors
-Tensioning methods and clearance estimation using included charts
-Connection options using lanyards or SRLs
Whether you're a safety professional, site supervisor, or crew member working at height, this video will help you understand how to select and safely use horizontal lifelines on the jobsite.
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In this Werner Tech Talk episode, Kevin Denis, Werner’s Technical Service Manager, dives into the complexities of temporary horizontal lifelines—and why they’re not as simple as stringing a rope between two points.
Kevin explains how horizontal lifelines differ from vertical systems, especially when it comes to force vectors and anchor loading. You’ll learn:
Why horizontal lifelines can generate forces up to 15x greater than the fall arrest force
-The importance of using engineered systems instead of makeshift setups
-How span length, line tension, and number of users affect anchor requirements
-Why all horizontal lifelines must be designed and supervised by a qualified person
He also walks through Werner’s engineered rope and cable systems, including:
-Built-in high-capacity energy absorbers that limit anchor loads to under 2,500 lbs
-Compatibility with standard 5,000 lb anchors
-Tensioning methods and clearance estimation using included charts
-Connection options using lanyards or SRLs
Whether you're a safety professional, site supervisor, or crew member working at height, this video will help you understand how to select and safely use horizontal lifelines on the jobsite.
wernerco.com/us
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Facebook facebook.com/WernerSafetyAboveAll
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Twitter twitter.com/Werner_Safety
