Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this educational Werner Tech Talk, Kevin Denis, Technical Service Manager at Werner Fall Protection, separates fact from fiction when it comes to self-retracting lifelines (SRLs)—a critical component in modern fall protection systems.
Kevin addresses common misconceptions and clarifies what SRLs can and can’t do, including:
✅ Why SRLs typically require less clearance than other fall arrest systems
❌ The myth that energy absorbers always fully deploy
❌ Whether SRLs must be serviced annually or replaced after five years
❌ Misunderstandings about new ANSI standards and the August 2023 compliance deadline
You’ll also learn about the shift from Class A/B to Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs, and how to choose the right one based on your anchor point location.
Whether you're a safety manager, trainer, or worker at height, this video will help you make informed decisions about SRL selection, inspection, and compliance.
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In this educational Werner Tech Talk, Kevin Denis, Technical Service Manager at Werner Fall Protection, separates fact from fiction when it comes to self-retracting lifelines (SRLs)—a critical component in modern fall protection systems.
Kevin addresses common misconceptions and clarifies what SRLs can and can’t do, including:
✅ Why SRLs typically require less clearance than other fall arrest systems
❌ The myth that energy absorbers always fully deploy
❌ Whether SRLs must be serviced annually or replaced after five years
❌ Misunderstandings about new ANSI standards and the August 2023 compliance deadline
You’ll also learn about the shift from Class A/B to Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs, and how to choose the right one based on your anchor point location.
Whether you're a safety manager, trainer, or worker at height, this video will help you make informed decisions about SRL selection, inspection, and compliance.
wernerco.com/us
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Facebook facebook.com/WernerSafetyAboveAll
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Twitter twitter.com/Werner_Safety
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