Safety and Equipment - One Highest Rope Access

Our Commitment to Safety

At One Highest, safety is our top priority. We understand that working at heights comes with inherent risks, which is why we adhere to the highest safety standards in the industry. Our team of professionals is extensively trained and certified to ensure a safe working environment on every project.

High-Quality Equipment

We Exclusively Use Petzl Brand Equipment,

a distinguished French company renowned for its exceptional quality and innovation in rope access solutions. Petzl has built a stellar reputation worldwide for producing reliable and durable gear that meets and exceeds stringent safety requirements. By using Petzl equipment, we ensure that our team operates with the best tools available, guaranteeing both their safety and the quality of work delivered.

Fall arrest harness

Helmet

Anchors

Connectors

Headlamp

Fall arrester for rope

Gloves

PETZL Member

French manufacturer of climbing gear, caving gear, work-at-height equipment.

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International IRATA Membership

We Are Proud Members of The Industrial Rope Access Trade Association (IRATA), The Leading Global Authority On Industrial Rope Access.

IRATA Member

Industrial Rope Access Trade Associations

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Safety Method Statements

Safe Working Procedures

Two-rope system: one active rope and one backup.
Ropes secured to two independent anchorages using reliable knots.
Anchors chosen for reliability, attached to robust structures or certified beams.
Rope and belay point connections use wire strops and steel karabiners.
Ropes protected from sharp edges with carpet tiles or rope protectors.
Each abseil engineer is responsible for their own rope setup and anchor choice.

Third Party Safety

Lightweight equipment secured with lanyards, heavier equipment supported by a third rope.
Ropes lowered from the roof, not thrown.
Daily coordination with site staff.
Warning signs and protective barriers used to keep the area safe.
Watchmen posted to redirect the public when necessary, equipped with walkie-talkies.

Equipment Maintenance

Regular inspections during and after use.
Immediate replacement of equipment showing excessive wear or hidden damage.
On-site equipment showing wear is taken out of use immediately.
Ropes are kept clean and replaced every 5 years.
All new equipment is load tested by an independent body.
Non-rope equipment is inspected every six months by a competent person.

Rescue Techniques / Emergency Procedures

All engineers trained in abseil rescue and self-rescue techniques.
Site-specific rescue procedures discussed and practiced before complex projects.

First Aid

Lightweight equipment secured with lanyards, heavier equipment supported by a third rope.
Ropes lowered from the roof, not thrown.
Daily coordination with site staff.
Warning signs and protective barriers used to keep the area safe.
Watchmen posted to redirect the public when necessary, equipped with walkie-talkies.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Engineers wear suitable safety helmets and footwear.
PPE chosen for flexibility needed in abseiling operations.

Debris Management

Care taken to prevent falling materials.
Debris placed in suitable containers for removal.