Working at height presents one of the most significant safety risks across every industry. At Prolift Handling, we provide a complete range of certified Height Safety Equipment to protect workers operating above ground level — whether on rooftops, scaffolding, towers, or elevated platforms. Our range covers everything from safety harnesses and lanyards to lifelines, fall arrest systems, and rescue equipment, ensuring complete protection for workers in every situation.
What Is Height Safety?
Height safety refers to the systems, equipment, and procedures designed to prevent falls or minimise injury when working at height. According to the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, employers must ensure that suitable fall protection equipment is used whenever there is a risk of falling from one level to another. This includes work such as construction, inspection, repair, or maintenance carried out above ground or floor level.
Our height safety range combines reliability, innovation, and compliance with European standards (EN 361, EN 363, EN 354, and others). Every product supplied by Prolift Handling is tested and certified, ensuring maximum safety and performance in demanding conditions.
Where Height Safety Equipment Is Used
Height safety equipment plays a vital role across multiple sectors, helping protect workers in diverse environments. Some of the most common applications include:
- Construction and Civil Engineering – Scaffolding, roofing, structural steelwork, and façade installation.
- Manufacturing and Warehousing – Maintenance on elevated platforms, cranes, or mezzanine storage areas.
- Energy and Utilities – Tower, turbine, and powerline maintenance where reliable anchorage and fall arrest are essential.
- Transport and Logistics – Securing loads, accessing trailers, or working on vehicle roofs.
- Marine and Offshore Operations – Ship repair, container loading, or offshore platform access.
- Facilities Management and Cleaning – Window cleaning, façade maintenance, and inspection at height.
Each of these sectors carries unique risks, which is why the correct combination of harness, lanyard, lifeline, and anchorage equipment is essential to maintain safety and compliance.
Our Height Safety Product Range
Prolift Handling offers a large and diverse range of height safety solutions suitable for both permanent and temporary applications. Whether you need a single harness or a complete fall protection system, our products are designed to meet your site’s specific safety requirements.
- Height Safety Harnesses – Full-body harnesses for fall arrest, work positioning, and suspension tasks.
- Rescue Harnesses – Specialised designs for emergency and confined space applications.
- Work Positioning Belts – For precise movement and stable positioning during vertical or overhead work.
- Fall Arrest Equipment – Energy-absorbing lanyards, retractable fall arrest blocks, and rope grabs.
- Lifelines and Anchor Points – Horizontal and vertical lifeline systems, fixed or mobile anchor points.
- Rescue Kits – Complete systems for confined space or tower rescue scenarios.
- Safety Lanyards – Restraint and shock-absorbing types for fall prevention and controlled descent.
All items are fully certified to European standards and include detailed usage and inspection guidelines. You can explore our full range across each category below:
- Harnesses – Standard and Technical
- Rescue Harnesses
- Safety Lanyards
- Anchor Points – Fixed
- Anchor Points – Mobile
- Temporary Lifelines
- Rescue Equipment
Our Key Height Safety Equipment Suppliers
To deliver world-class safety solutions, Prolift Handling partners exclusively with leading European manufacturers known for reliability and innovation:
Kratos Safety (France)
Kratos Safety is one of Europe’s most respected names in fall protection. Their range includes full-body harnesses, energy-absorbing lanyards, retractable fall arrest blocks, and lifeline systems. Designed for industrial, construction, and utilities sectors, Kratos products meet or exceed all EN standards. Prolift is an authorised supplier of Kratos Height Safety Equipment in Ireland, providing both individual components and complete systems for fall arrest, restraint, and rescue applications.
Tractel
Tractel has been a global leader in access and safety solutions for more than 70 years. Their fall protection range includes advanced harness systems, anchor devices, and lifelines designed for complex industrial and construction environments. Tractel’s focus on ergonomics and durability ensures both comfort and compliance. Prolift supplies a wide range of Tractel height safety products including rescue equipment and fall arrest systems used in Ireland’s major industries.
GM France (Lifeline Systems)
GM France specialises in engineered horizontal and vertical lifeline systems that combine precision design with ease of installation. Their lifelines provide continuous protection for workers operating on rooftops, cranes, and other elevated structures. Prolift Handling offers GM France lifeline solutions across Ireland — ideal for permanent installations or large-scale industrial sites where secure anchorage and uninterrupted mobility are essential.
Together, these partnerships ensure Prolift customers have access to one of the most comprehensive and certified height safety ranges available in Ireland — covering everything from PPE to engineered systems.
Height Safety Equipment Applications
The right height safety solution depends on the nature of work, environment, and duration of use. Below are examples of how different components are typically applied:
| Application | Typical Equipment Used | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Access & Maintenance | Harness, shock-absorbing lanyard, mobile anchor, temporary lifeline | Fall arrest and safe movement along rooftops or edges |
| Construction & Scaffolding | Full-body harness, double lanyard, fixed anchor point | Prevents falls during assembly, disassembly, or repair |
| Confined Space Entry | Tripod, winch, harness, retrieval block | Allows safe descent and emergency rescue in enclosed areas |
| Tower or Pylon Work | Work positioning belt, rope grab, vertical lifeline | Provides stability while climbing or working on vertical structures |
| Vehicle Loading or Transport | Restraint lanyard, temporary lifeline, harness | Prevents falls from flatbeds or containers during loading operations |
Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance
Height safety equipment must be regularly inspected and maintained to remain compliant with safety regulations. Prolift Handling provides a complete inspection and certification service under our Lifting Equipment Inspection Division. Our competent inspectors perform visual checks, load testing, and issue updated certification in compliance with Irish legislation.
All harnesses, lanyards, and fall arrest systems should be visually examined before each use and formally inspected at least every six months. Permanent systems such as lifelines and anchor points must be tested at prescribed intervals by a competent person. Prolift’s inspection team ensures full traceability through GA1 certification and digital inspection logs.
Training for Working at Height
Proper training is as important as high-quality equipment. Even the most advanced system cannot guarantee safety if used incorrectly. Prolift Handling offers on-site Working at Height Safety Awareness courses and practical training programmes covering equipment use, anchorage setup, rescue techniques, and legal responsibilities.
Our trainers are fully certified and experienced in real-world applications, providing a hands-on approach that ensures workers understand both the theory and the practice of safe height operations.
Why Choose Prolift Handling?
- Exclusive partnerships with leading European safety brands – Kratos, Tractel, and GM France
- Nationwide supply, inspection, and training services from Dublin and Cork
- ISO 9001 & LEEA-certified procedures ensuring product traceability and quality
- Comprehensive product documentation, inspection logs, and technical support
- Fast delivery and expert advice from our experienced height safety specialists
Stay Safe at Every Height
Whether you are managing a construction project, maintaining a wind turbine, or inspecting plant equipment, Prolift Handling provides a full range of certified height safety solutions designed to protect your team and meet your compliance obligations.
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