Seat belt issue
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During major maintenance of the equipment, how should safety belts be used when working on the pipe gallery? The \"Regulations on Safety Management for Work at Heights\" require that a safety belt must be worn when working at heights of 2 meters or more above the falling surface. The proper way to use a safety belt is to attach it high and use it at a lower position, which is not possible with harnesses. Please share your insights on similar usage issues regarding safety belts to ensure the safety of workers.
A lifeline (with steel wire ropes or nylon ropes of sufficient strength) can be used; the safety belt can be tied to it so that the person can be pulled away, and the safety belt should be a dual-security type. Scaffolding or elevators are used to access the upper pipe gallery.
We use a lifeline, tying the safety belt to it, with the lifeline connected to the pipeline.
The best method is to use a scaffold; it is recommended to do this in the case of major repairs. But most companies find it troublesome to set up scaffolding during maintenance. The simplest way is to attach it wherever it’s possible; the thickness of the pipe doesn’t matter. You can find a workaround, such as first using a belt to secure it to the pipe and then tying your own safety belt to that belt. It’s not in accordance with regulations, but it’s very practical.
Hang a thicker, stronger rope on the pipeline, tie its ends securely, and then hang the safety belt from it; that’s what we all do.
Safety ensures harmony, and harmony promotes safety!
One can use a wire rope above; simply fasten the safety belt to it. Alternatively, a safety net below can also serve to ensure safety. Safety is of utmost importance as it relates to human lives, so there must be no complacency at all.