Davit arms fall into two main categories: fixed and portable systems. As the name suggests, fixed davit arms are permanently mounted in confined space areas requiring frequent maintenance. Access is a simple matter of tying off, removing the cover protecting the hole, and lowering the worker into position. Portable systems are ideal for work areas requiring infrequent access or in instances when a permanent installation will cause congestion. Until recently, workers had to choose between the secure connection and larger physical footprint of a permanent system versus the convenience of a portable or temporary davit arm.
Thanks to the ingenuity of DFP engineers, we now offer a third option that combines the secure connection of a fixed davit system with the portability of a temporary unit. Diversified Fall Protection’s Portable Davit Base features wheels, making the unit highly maneuverable and completely portable. The wheels and compact base design allows for easy storage when the system is not in use. The system’s receiver also adds 42” of additional height to your existing davit arm.
If the large bases associated with most portable systems or permanently installed davits crowd your work area, consider Diversified Fall Protection’s Portable Davit Base. Portability combined with a safe, secure connection makes the Portable Davit Base an ideal solution for confined space applications. To learn more about the Portable Davit Base, request pricing, or place an order, contact Diversified Fall Protection for additional assistance.