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Anchor Points 
Pre-engineered or custom anchor points for many different applications.
Cable-Based Lifelines
Horizontal and vertical cable lifeline systems, for travel restraint or fall arrest.
Catwalks
Provide safe and easy access to elevated work stations while mitigating fall hazards.
Confined Space & Rescue
Equipment for access in confined spaces, or to allow for prompt worker rescue.
Ladder Systems
Safety systems designed to keep users on ladders protected from falls.
Loading Platforms, Stairs & Gangways
Passive safety systems that protect workers no matter what they need to access.
Portable Fall Protection
Systems that can be moved or stored as needed, for ultimate flexibility.
Rigid Rail Systems
In areas with minimal fall clearance, rigid rail systems are the solution.
Roof Fall Protection
Systems to protect rooftop workers from inboard and outboard fall hazards.
Roof Guardrail & Safety Railing
Passive safety solutions that don't require special training or regular inspections & testing to be compliant.
Suspended Access & Window Washing
Anchorage products, davits, monorails, and rigging sleeves for window washing and suspended access maintenance.

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If your worker is subject to a fall while on the job, Diversified has a solution. We can design, engineer, fabricate, and install fall protection systems for any application.

Aircraft & Aerospace
Proven fall protection solutions for aviation maintenance and manufacturing.
Construction
Permanent and temporary fall protection solutions for construction applications.
Feed & Grain
Solutions for feed & grain worker protection during storage, maintenance, transportation, and more.
Government & Military
Fall protection solutions for government and military installations, including aircraft hangars, rooftops, and more.
Healthcare & Education
Systems for hospitals, schools, universities, and more.
Industrial Applications
Versatile safety systems for industrial facilities.
Oil, Gas, & Chemical
Protect at-height workers on silos, towers, pipe racks, drilling platforms, rigs, and more.
Retail Fall Protection Equipment
Systems to protect workers at shopping and retail centers.
Road & Rail
Railcar, truck, and bus fall protection solutions.
Ship & Barge
Fall protection for ships & barges transporting oil, grain, materials, and more.
Stadiums, Arenas, & Convention Centers
Keep workers and visitors safe while protecting aesthetics at any large venue.
Steel & Foundry
Fall protection solutions for foundry and steel mill applications, including crane rails & more.
Suspended Access & Window Washing
Anchors, outriggers & rigging sleeves, davit systems, and more for suspended access.
Utilities & Energy
Systems for power plants, solar and wind generation, and more.
Data Centers
Systems that protect workers maintaining critically important data equipment. 

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Not sure which system you need? Find the right solution for your application by industry.

Fall Hazard Assessment
A fall protection expert can visit your site to assess all fall hazards and ensure nothing is missed.
Design & Engineering
Our in-house P.E.s and structural engineers design application-specific fall protection systems to meet your specific needs.
Guardrail Rental
Only need to ensure safety for a temporary job or construction project? Diversified offers OSHA-compliant guardrail rental to keep you compliant without needing to purchase a full system.
Fabrication
While we have excellent relationships with many suppliers, we also have the capability to design custom products & solutions for a variety of applications.
Installation
Diversified has a network of installers nationwide who will ensure your system is installed correctly.
Training
Required Authorized User & Competent Person training, performed onsite to avoid workplace disruptions.
Inspections & Recertification
We will perform federally mandated annual inspections, or regular required recertification & testing of systems. When we inspect systems, we assume all liability for its proper functioning.
SIT Services for California
OPOS creation, suspended access inspection, letters of written assurance, and more

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Diversified will perform all necessary services to keep your site compliant, and provides and stores all documentation about its performance as required by OSHA.

OSHA & ANSI Regulations
A breakdown of current OSHA regulations and ANSI standards and how you can ensure your compliance
Product Literature
Access our full spec sheet library to learn more about our fall protection products and systems.
ROI Calculator
Get a general idea of how much a single workplace accident can end up costing.

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Inspection and Re-Certification

by performing annual inspections and recertifications, diversified will assume all liability for the proper functioning of the system.

Annual fall protection inspection and periodic re-certification is about more than just complying with OSHA regulations and ANSI Standards. Engineered fall protection and suspended access system components are subject to wear. Improperly tensioned lifelines, loose or rusted bolted connections, deployed tip over posts, and faulty welds can compromise system safety. What's more, unauthorized system modifications can put your employees and your company at risk. For all these reasons, your fall protection and suspended access systems require annual inspection and periodic re-certification by a qualified person in compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.

Diversified Fall Protection can inspect, test, and certify/re-certify any fall protection equipment, regardless of the manufacturer. We will make all the required documentation available in our Client Portal, where you can not only download your documents when you need them, but can also see upcoming inspection/re-certification deadlines. If you're in California, we are an approved SIT agency and can perform all types of inspections and certifications needed. Learn more about SIT-specific services here.

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What to Expect During the Annual Inspection and Re-Certification Process

During the onsite visual inspection process, our inspectors are able to identify worn or damaged components, as well as components that may not conform to system specifications due to potential unauthorized modification or use. Our team of qualified experts will not only provide recommendations for system repair via fall protection inspection documentation, but they can also return to provide turnkey repair service based on inspection findings.

Diversified also performs required system re-certifications that involve inspection with onsite load testing at intervals not to exceed 5 or 10 years depending on system type. This process includes a thorough review by a qualified person to certify system compliance with current OSHA and ANSI standards. Like annual inspections, a detailed report is issued noting any deficiencies and recommendations for repair. If your system does not have a valid in-date certification, a recertification needs to be performed prior to use. With any needed repairs completed, Diversified Fall Protection then assumes liability of system compliance, contingent upon annual inspections, for the next 5 or 10 years.

What Happens If My System Requires Repair?

Each of our inspectors are able to identify worn or damaged components, as well as components that may not conform to system specifications due to potential unauthorized modification or use. Our team of qualified experts will document recommendations for system repair and can return to provide turnkey repair service based on inspection findings.

How Will I Know When Re-Certification Is Due?

We perform required system re-certifications that involve inspection with onsite load testing at intervals not to exceed 5 or 10 years. The timeframe for fall protection annual inspection requirements varies based on the system type.

Active fall protection systems require recertification at intervals not to exceed 5 years, and suspended maintenance and window washing systems (rope descent systems) require recertification at intervals not to exceed 10 years.

Our team evaluates current certification records and fall protection inspection forms during each annual inspection and will provide notification when a system is due for recertification. If a system does not have a valid in-date certification, a recertification needs to be performed prior to use.

Horizontal Lifeline Inspections

Horizontal lifeline systems require annual inspection and recertification at intervals not to exceed 5 years. In the event of a fall, system activation or damage, tag the system out and deem it “out of service” until it can be reviewed by a qualified person. As part of the annual inspection process, our inspectors check cables for proper tension levels and signs of physical wear, and examine all nuts, brackets, and hardware for proper torque and signs of damage. We also look for damage caused by unreported falls.

Window Washing Anchor & Suspended Access System Inspection & Re-Certification

Suspended maintenance rope descent anchorage systems (RDS), also known as window washing anchors, require annual inspection and recertification at intervals not to exceed 10 years by a qualified person. In the event of a fall, system activation or damage, tag the anchor/component out and deem it “out of service” until it can be reviewed by a qualified person. As part of the annual inspection process, our inspectors check anchors and system components for signs of wear, corrosion, damage, misuse, missing parts and potential system activation. We also review the anchorage layout for compliance with OSHA and ANSI standards.

During the recertification process, our inspection team performs load testing of each anchorage and system equipment in compliance with OSHA 1910.27. Our team of qualified fall protection engineers specifies testing criteria and evaluates testing results along with system components and building drawings for system recertification. After review and determination that the system complies with OSHA standards, including that each anchorage meets strength requirements (such as being capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs in any direction for RDS), we will issue a recertification report and updated drawings bearing the seal of a registered professional fall protection engineer for record. If the system is identified to have any deficiencies, they will be documented in our report and a turnkey repair proposal will be submitted to bring the system into compliance. Our team of qualified technicians are then able to return to complete the repairs and modifications necessary for system certification.

Overhead Rigid Rail Fall Protection Systems Inspections

Overhead rigid rail fall protection systems, such as beam and truss supported trolley systems, also require annual inspection and recertification at intervals not to exceed 5 years. Like horizontal lifelines, the system must be tagged out and inspected immediately after a fall. During the annual inspection, the trolley and welds are visually inspected, bolted connections are torque tested, and the inspector looks for visual deformations or signs of impact on the system. Again, just as the case with horizontal lifelines and vertical systems, the inspector will look for damage caused by unreported falls that may need repair before further use.

Vertical Lifelines and Vertical Rigid Rail Fall Protection Systems Inspections

Vertical lifelines and rigid rail fall protection systems (also known as ladder climbing safety systems) require inspection by the authorized user before each use and annually by a competent person. For cable systems, inspectors look for signs of cable wear and verify that the traveler mechanism is in working order per manufacturer literature. The inspector will also examine all bolts, hardware, and brackets for signs of wear, damage, and system activation. The inspector will also check all bolts for proper torque to ensure that all brackets and hardware are secure and ensure the traveling and braking mechanism of the traveler is operating properly. With vertical lifeline and rigid rail climbing systems, the inspector also looks for damage caused by undocumented falls that may need repair before further use.

Why Engineering Documents Are Important

When requesting the inspection and re-certification of fall protection or suspended access systems, your fall protection company SHOULD review engineering documentation, including calculations and drawings. These documents provide important clues about the system, such as the maximum number of users, supporting structure, equipment load ratings, lanyard requirements, fall clearances, and force levels exerted on the system during a fall event. At Diversified Fall Protection, we archive all of the engineering information for each fall protection and suspended access system we design, fabricate, install and certify (to include recertifications). If our client loses or misplaces the engineering drawings or certification documents, DFP can provide the necessary fall protection inspection documentation for record.

Contact Diversified Fall Protection for the Highest Standards In Safety

Protect your company assets—and employees and contractors—with regularly scheduled inspection and re-certifications of your fall protection and suspended access systems. To learn more, contact Diversified Fall Protection for a no-obligation quote for any of our inspection and certification services.

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Why Diversified Fall Protection?

The measure of a job well done is a customer well served. Hear from our satisfied partners.

“One of the most important concepts for a company to be "safety" successful is to be able to balance "safe" and "compliant". For a fall protection program to be successful at your company, you need a partner to help ensure you are safe and compliant at the same time when using fall protection systems. Diversified Fall Protection will help ensure you are safe and compliant from the anchor point to the fall protection harness. I highly recommend Diversified Fall Protection for help with your fall protection needs.”
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