Lifeline Systems

Why Lifelines are required?

• Falls are the leading cause of deaths in the construction industry.
• Falling from height contribute to 60% of the total fatalities in any industry
• Most fatalities occur when employees fall from open-sided floors and through floor openings.
• Falls from as little as 4 to 6 feet can cause serious lost-time accidents and sometimes death.
• Open-sided floors and platforms 6 feet or more in height must be guarded.