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What are the differences between fall arrest lanyard and fall restraint lanyard?

  For employers and building owners working at heights providing adequate fall restraint for workers becomes crucial for safety. Lanyards a cts as a fall protection equipment. Dutest is one of the authorized provides a premium range of fall protection equipment.  Let us take a closer look at the key differences between fall arrest lanyard and fall restraint lanyard.  A fall arrest system is designed to stop you before you hit the lower surface in case of a fall. It is created with anchor points or a series of anchor points, a safety lanyard or self-retracting lifeline, and a harness.   Features of a fall restraint lanyard -  It includes a shock absorbing element from specially woven inner webbing that tears in a controlled manner and as this happens it decelerates the fall of the person avoiding possible injury.  Although they offer limited reach and require repositioning as you move to different locations, fall restraint lanyards are cost-effective ...

Good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains

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  Lifting chain slings are designed to provide great flexibility for the end-user for maneuvering light and heavy loads. Dutest offers an extensive range of chain slings for lifting exclusively in the UAE in all emirates can be used in different applications of lifting, pulling, winching etc.  Here are some good practice points you should follow when using lifting chains: Follow any specific instructions from the supplier that complies with material handling. Prepare the landing to make sure the floor is strong enough to take the load.  Ensure that the load is safe and secure while being moved in the air so that there is no chance of falling loads that could harm workers or the surrounding property.  Use slings that are suitable for the load and protect it from sharp edges and corners. Attach the sling securely to the equipment and position the hooks to face outwards to keep the load balanced and prevent it from falling. Check slings and equipment are free of damage...