Frequently Asked Questions

• Fall Protection Systems (Anchors, Lifelines, Rails) - At least once every 12 months (BS 7883:2019)
• Rope Access Systems (Abseil davits, BMUs, Abseil Points) - Every 6 months (LOLER requirement)
• Fixed Access Systems (Ladders, Platforms) - Every 12 months 
• Personal Fall Protection Equipment (PFPE) (Harnesses, Lanyards, Helmets) - Every 12 months

Note: Heavily-used, critical, or high-risk systems may require more frequent inspection schedules. We can advise based on your specific site and system setup.

We offer a complete access safety solution, including surveying, installation, maintenance, and inspection of fall protection systems, rope access systems, PPE equipment, fixed access, and retrospective compliance project

No — we work with over 9 major fall protection manufacturers, allowing us to offer tailored solutions depending on your project needs.

We deliver projects across the South East, Midlands, and South West of the UK.

We also offer free site surveys and quotations within the M25 area.

Yes. All of our work is fully compliant with BS 7883:2019, BS 8610, LOLER, and other relevant regulations. Systems are installed and inspected to the highest safety standards.

Skylights can appear solid but are often made of fragile materials like plastic or glass that cannot support the weight of a person. They’re a significant fall risk and must be treated as open edges unless properly protected. 

Yes. Skylights must be protected with:

• Guardrails around the perimeter, or 
• Fixed covers or cages that can withstand impact
  This ensures compliance with Work at Height Regulations and prevents accidental falls.

A skylight protection system is a permanent or temporary safety solution such as:

• Fixed galvanized or aluminium mesh covers
• Freestanding or fixed guardrails
• Fall restraint systems to keep workers away from the hazard

Only if collective protection is in place, such as guardrails or load-rated covers. Otherwise, personal fall protection (e.g., harness and lanyard system) must be used. 

Compliance depends on whether:

• The cover or barrier can support a person's weight (typically 1200N or more)
• The system is tested and installed to BS EN standards
• Inspections and risk assessments have been completed by a competent person

 MSA’s Wire Rope Systems include swaged terminations such as the MSA Swage Terminal Fittings, designed for fall protection lifeline assemblies. These fittings meet ANSI Z359 and OSHA requirements for strength and durability. The swaging process compresses stainless steel sleeves to provide secure end terminations with a minimum breaking strength often exceeding 5,000 lbs depending on rope size. 

Typically made from stainless steel or galvanized steel, MSA swage terminals come in sizes compatible with 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8" wire ropes. They are rated for working loads of up to 1,800 lbs and minimum breaking strengths of 5,400 lbs or higher.

The MSA Wire Rope Directional Block is designed to protect wire ropes from wear at corners by providing smooth, low-friction redirecting points. These blocks are made from heavy-duty galvanized steel or aluminum with precision bearings to ensure minimal friction and longer wire rope life. 

Most MSA directional blocks are rated for loads up to 5,000 lbs and are designed to work with wire ropes from 1/4" to 3/8" in diameter. 

Under typical conditions, MSA shock absorbers have a service life of 3-5 years, but this depends on usage frequency, environmental exposure, and inspection results.

MSA turnbuckles often feature lock nuts, cotter pins, or wire-locking options to ensure they stay securely tightened even under vibration or cyclic loads. 

MSA force posts are engineered to limit deflection to less than 1/4 inch under maximum rated loads, ensuring system stability and safety. 

Turnbuckles should be tensioned evenly, following torque guidelines supplied by Sayfa, and locked using cotter pins or locking nuts to prevent loosening under dynamic loads.

Sayfa provides modular anchors and adjustable bases designed for retrofit installations, and their technical team can help assess the structure for safe, minimally invasive mounting. 

Typically, anchors and posts must be tested to withstand a static load of at least 12 kN (kilonewtons) per user, in line with EN 795 standards. For multi-user systems, the load capacity should be multiplied accordingly or a higher factor of safety applied.

Consider load capacity, environment (corrosive, outdoor), flexibility, and compatibility with connectors. Sayfa can advise on 7x19 vs. 6x36 constructions and appropriate swage or mechanical fittings. 

DBI-SALA systems are designed to limit maximum arrest forces to under 6 kN (approx. 1,350 lbs) in compliance with EN and ANSI standards. 

Leading edge (LE) SRLs are specifically designed to withstand sharp edge fall scenarios and include reinforced lifeline materials and energy absorbers tested for horizontal use. 

3M™ DBI-SALA® is known for premium fall protection equipment, including harnesses, self-retracting lifelines (SRLs), anchors, rescue systems, and engineered fall arrest systems, designed for high-risk work at height environments. 

SRLs reduce fall distance and arrest force significantly. They lock up quickly in the event of a fall, minimizing impact and risk of injury, and reset automatically 

Options include Rollgliss™ rescue kits, controlled descent devices (CDDs), and tripod-based retrieval systems. These are used for rescue after fall arrest or confined space entry.