Working at height

Fall arrest harness and safety belt

Overview of fall arrest harnesses and lanyards (Lanex Basic, Petzl Newton Easyfit) compliant with EN 361 and EN 355 standards: fall protection mandatory from 2 metres in height.

Fall arrest harness and safety belt

Fall protection mandatory from 2 metres in height

HARNESS + LANYARD LANEX BASIC

Lanex Basic

  • Harness for standard work
  • Dorsal and frontal anchor element
  • Adjustable shoulder straps
  • Leg loops
  • Extended strap for the rear fall element
  • Complies with EN 361 (CE0082)

Lanex Shock absorber

  • 1.8 metre rope
  • Integrated shock absorber
  • Carabiner on absorber and rope
  • Complies with EN 355 (CE0082)

HARNESS + LANYARD PETZL COMFORT

Petzl Newton Easyfit

  • Lightweight comfortable harness
  • Close-fitting with optimal freedom of movement
  • In a hi-vis jacket with reflective stripes
  • Quick on and off with automatic buckles,
    • Dorsal and frontal anchor element
  • Adjustable shoulder straps
  • Leg loops
  • Complies with EN 361 (CE0082)

Petzl Absorbica-I with 2 carabiners

  • 1.3 or 2 metre rope
  • Integrated shock absorber
  • Carabiner on absorber and rope
  • Complies with EN 355 (CE0082)

WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY?

  • For work from 2 metres in height, you are required in Belgium to take measures against a risk of falling
  • Fall protection in the form of a fall arrest harness is defined as personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Every fall protection device must be inspected at least once a year or after a fall by a competent person from an External Service for Technical Inspection (EDTC)

Frequently asked questions

From what height is fall protection mandatory?

For work from 2 metres in height, you are required in Belgium to take measures against the risk of falling.

Which standards do the harnesses comply with?

The fall arrest harnesses comply with EN 361 and the lanyards with shock absorber with EN 355 (CE0082).

Must fall protection be inspected?

Yes, every fall protection device must be inspected at least once a year or after a fall by a competent person (EDTC).

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