RGA 1 retractable fall arrest block

Accredited to:	EN 360
Web Spec	47mm Polyester
Connector:	RGK 1
Weight:	1.4 kg
Features:	Built-in shock pack.
Size mm:	L 100 x  W 110 x D 75
Max Arrest Force:	< 6 kN
Approx Arrest Dist:	0.1 Metres

 

The RGA1 is a retractable mini web block ideal for personal issue to operatives working at height. The unit is designed to be connected, and worn directly on a fall arrest harness.

The RGA1 has an almost instant “lock off” in the event of a fall, and recoils into the drum when slack is introduced into the lanyard. The reduced trip hazard and compact design make this unit ideal for tight work and tasks where a shorter arc of mobility is required. The RGA1 can also be fitted to most horizontal lifelines, but always check with the manufacturer prior to fitting.

The RGA 1 has a working length of: 2.5 metres.

RGA 2 Fall Arrestor

Accredited to:	EN 360
Cable Spec	5mm Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Connector:	Double action. High tensile steel alloy
Weight:	6.5 kg
Features:	Fall indicating connector
Size mm:	L 325 x  W 200 x D 80
Max Arrest Force:	< 6 kN
Approx Arrest Dist:	0.5 Metres

The RGA2 is a multi purpose fall arrest block, which allows uninhibited movement during normal working activity. The carrying handle is part of the cast alloy housing and can be connected to the anchorage point using soft slings or a karabiner.

The RGA2 is used throughout the industry to provide semi permanent protection in work areas, and is also used on lorry sheeting gantries in conjunction with a beam trolley (RGBT 1). For self-connecting to the block, it is recommended that the operative uses an extension strop (RGL4) in order to ease the task.

The RGA2 has a working length of: 8 metres

RGA 3 Fall Arrest Block

Accredited to:	EN 360
Cable Spec	5mm Galvanized Steel Wire Rope
Connector:	Double action. High tensile steel alloy
Weight:	10.5 kg
Features:	Fall indicating connector
Size mm:	L 340 x  W 228 x D 80
Max Arrest Force:	< 6 kN
Approx Arrest Dist:	0.5 Metres

The RGA3 is a robust fall arrest block, and the “big brother” of the RGA2. With its longer working length and heavier construction, the RGA3 has been used successfully by the offshore industry for years. The carrying handle of the RGA 3 is part of the cast alloy housing and can be connected to the anchorage point using soft slings or a karabiner.

The RGA3 is suitable for use in most industries to provide protection in work areas with overhead anchorage points.

The RGA3 has a working length of: 15 metres

RGH 2 Body Harness

Accredited to:	EN 361
Web Spec	45mm water repellent polyester.
Fittings	High tensile steel alloy & st/steel
Weight:	1.15 kg
Features:	Rear & front attachment point, rip stitch indicators

The RGH2 harness is the “ workhorse” of the industry. The harness is fitted with a rear dee and a chest mounted front dee. This harness can be used similar to the RGH1 (see data sheet), but has the added feature of the front dee ring to extend the working capability of the harness. Utilizing the front dee, the harness can be fitted with a rope and grab system (RGA12) for vertical fall protection when an operative is making repeated ascents or similarly, when restraint/work-positioning is needed in either the vertical or horizontal plane.

A variety of other devices can be used with the front dee ring, but please check for suitability.

The harness is fully adjustable and is fitted with rip stitch indicators. The ring connection between the chest & the shoulder straps, ensure no stress loading when force is applied the front dee ring.

RGH 3 Body Harness

Accredited to:	EN 361 & EN 358
Web Spec	45mm water repellent polyester.
Fittings	High tensile steel alloy
Weight:	1.50 kg
Features:	Rear & side attachment points, rip stitch indicators, gear loops.

The RGH3 combines the basic fall arrest harness with a comfortable work-positioning belt in one unit. The harness is fitted with a rear dee and two side dee rings mounted to the belt and can be used similar to the RGH1 (see data sheet). When fitted with a pole/work-positioning belt (RGP1&2), the harness can be used for pole climbing or work-positioning on open structures. In certain circumstances, the side dee’s on the RGH3, can be used for work restraint in the horizontal plane.

The wide belt fitted to the RGH3 is comfortable and provides lumbar support to the operative. The belt is also fitted with three gear loops for carrying tools leaving the hands free thus maintaining the required three points of contact when climbing.

The harness is fully adjustable and is fitted with rip stitch indicators.

RGK1 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Steel
Gate opening mm:	17
Size mm:	108 x 58
Closure Type:	Screwgate
MBS:	Nom 25kN
Weight	Nom 0.2 kg

 

 

The RGK 1 is the workhorse of the industry, used from rope access, to fall arrest applications. This item is also used in the leisure industry for caving and rescue.

The screwgate closure on this device means that the user must manually lock the RGK1 after fitting.

RGK2 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Steel
Gate opening mm:	20
Size mm:	108 x 58
Closure Type:	Twistlock
MBS:	Nom 25kN
Weight	Nom 0.25 kg

The RGK 2 is an extremely safe karabiner to use, as it takes it takes user intervention out by locking automatically.

Similar to the RGK 1 in size and weight, the RGK 2 is ideal for lanyards and aid climbing.

RGK3 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Steel
Gate opening mm:	25
Size mm:	125 x 90
Closure Type:	Twistlock
MBS:	Nom 40kN
Weight	Nom 0.3 kg

This heavyweight karabiner is primarily fitted to the ends of fall arrest lanyards, due to its high MBS.

The twistlock closure makes this karabiner very safe to use, as it locks automatically when it is clipped into an anchorage point.

RGK4 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Aluminium
Gate opening mm:	25
Size mm:	125 x 90
Closure Type:	Twistlock
MBS:	Nom 28kN
Weight	Nom 0.1 kg

The RGK 4 is a lightweight version of the RGK 3 carrying a lower MBS. Although this item can be fitted to fall arrest lanyards, it is also used in conjunction with belay devices and pulleys in the rope access and rescue industries.

Again, the RGK 4 is fitted with a twistlock auto closure.

RGK4 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Aluminium
Gate opening mm:	25
Size mm:	125 x 90
Closure Type:	Twistlock
MBS:	Nom 28kN
Weight	Nom 0.1 kg

The RGK 4 is a lightweight version of the RGK 3 carrying a lower MBS. Although this item can be fitted to fall arrest lanyards, it is also used in conjunction with belay devices and pulleys in the rope access and rescue industries.

Again, the RGK 4 is fitted with a twistlock auto closure.

RGK7 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	S/S Steel
Gate opening mm:	105
Size mm:	L 400 x W 175
Closure Type:	Self Spring
MBS:	Nom 22kN
Weight	Nom 0.3 kg

Not strictly a karabiner, the RGK7 is an attachment device with a wide gate opening, ideal for use in industrial areas. The use of this karabiner often negates the use of a sling as it can connect directly to steelwork. Most often fitted to lanyards for working on steel structures.

RGK8 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	S/S Steel
Gate opening mm:	140
Size mm:	L 430 x W  200
Closure Type:	Self Spring
MBS:	Nom 22kN
Weight	Nom 0.4 kg

Not strictly a karabiner, the RGK8 is an attachment device with a wide gate opening, ideal for use in industrial areas. The use of this karabiner often negates the use of a sling as it can connect directly to steelwork. Most often fitted to lanyards for working on steel structures.

RGK10 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Steel
Gate opening mm:	20
Size mm:	155 x 60
Closure Type:	Double action snap
MBS:	Nom 22kN
Weight	Nom 0.3 kg

The gate opening of the RGK10 means that this item is normally used for clipping directly into a dee ring on a harness.

Normally fitted to fall arrest blocks or fixed lanyards. The double action snap closure on this device means that it cannot be accidentally opened

RGK11 - Karabiner

Accredited to:	EN 362
Material	Aluminium
Gate opening mm:	60
Size mm:	255 x 112
Closure Type:	Double action snap
MBS:	Nom 22kN
Weight	Nom 0.5 kg

The RGK11 is a large gate opening, aluminium captive eye karabiner, normally fitted to fall arrest lanyards for quick clipping

The double action snap closure on this device means that it cannot be accidentally opened but allows speedy one-handed operation.

RGL1 - Lanyard

Accredited to:	EN 354 & EN 355
Web Material	32mm “Soft Edge” cut resistant polyester web.
Fittings	RGK12, 70mm Delta Link
Weight	0.4 kg
Features	Fitted with shock absorber pack.
Max Arrest Force	< 6kN

The RGL1 is supplied in two standard lengths: 1.3M & 1.8M
 
The RGL1 lanyard is an industry standard, and normally the minimum equipment issued with a harness for working at height. The “Soft Edge” webbing used in the manufacture provides greater strength, wear and shear resistance compared to other webbing.  It is also treated with a water repellent coating which should extend the life of this product.

This lanyard should be used when the operative is working from a static position, connected to a fixed anchor point. If movement between anchorages is required, a twin leg lanyard should be used (RGL3), to provide constant protection.

RGL2 - Rope Lanyard with Shock

Accredited to:	EN 354 & EN 355
Web Material	12mm Nylon hawser laid rope.
Fittings	RGK12, 70mm Delta Link
Weight	0.85 kg
Features	Fitted with shock absorber pack.
Max Arrest Force	6kN

The RGL2 is supplied in two standard lengths: 1.3M & 1.8M
 
The RGL2 lanyard is of “traditional” type, using a five tuck spliced rope fitted with thimbles at each end. The lanyard is fitted with a standard shock absorber pack, even though the rope itself has some shock absorbing capacity. The rope used in the manufacture of this lanyard, shows some resistance to alkalis, oils and organic solvents.

This lanyard should be used when the operative is working from a static position, connected to a fixed anchor point. If movement between anchorages is required, a twin leg lanyard should be used (RGL3), to provide constant protection.

RGL3 - Double Lanyard with Shock

Accredited to:	EN 354 & EN 355
Web Material	32mm “Soft Edge” cut resistant polyester web.
Fittings	RGK12, 70mm Delta Link
Weight	0.5 kg
Features	Fitted with shock absorber pack.
Max Arrest Force	< 6kN

The RGL3 is supplied in two standard lengths: 1.3M & 1.8M
 
The RGL3 is a twin leg lanyard. With the same specifications as the RGL 1 (see data sheet), the extra leg allows movement between anchorage points by means of double clipping. This system is generally used for tower climbing, steel erecting, scaffolding and maintenance on open structures. When used in conjunction with two Girder Slings (RGK26), the RGL3 can be used as a means of progression through suitable structures where no fixed lifeline or eyebolts are available. The “Soft Edge” webbing used in the manufacture provides greater strength, wear and shear resistance compared to other webbing.  It is also treated with a water repellent coating which should extend the life of this product.

RGL6 - Lanyard with Shock

Accredited to:	EN 354 & EN 355
Web Material	35mm tubular webbing.
Fittings	RGK12, 70mm Delta Link
Weight	0.4 kg
Features	Expanding elasticated lanyard
Max Arrest Force	< 6kN

Very popular on the European mainland, the RGL6 is supplied in two lengths measured at full expansion: 1.3M & 1.8M
 
A general-purpose lanyard used when the operative is working from a static position connected to a fixed anchor point. If movement between anchorages is required, a twin leg lanyard should be used (RGL3 or RGL9) to provide constant protection.

The elastication in the lanyard reduces the amount of hanging slack in the lanyard, which can be helpful when working in tight spaces to help reduce trip hazards and entanglement.