Web 3m Fall Arrest Block – Data SheetThe Portwest Web 3m 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.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.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.Product information3 metre retractable webbing lifeline including a carabiner and swivel snap hook with double safety lock with load indicator. Manufactured using ultra high molecular weight polyethylene webbing, this arrest block is high strength, light weight, UV and water resistant.Fall Arrest BlocksThe Portwest collection of Automatic fall arrest blocks are designed to be used with all Portwest harnesses and connectors. In the event of a fall, automatic fall arrest blocks will lock and stop your fall after a short distance.Height SafetyHeight Safety is put in place to prevent the risks associated with falling from heights, reducing impact force, restricting obstacle/ground collision and restricting users from fall hazard areas. Portwest offer a full range of Height Safety products for working at height.
