Anchor point devices, systems and methods for use in fall...

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2006-04-25

2006-04-25

Thompson, II, Hugh B. (Department: 3634)

Fire escape, ladder, or scaffold

Horizontal traversing - actuation, control, or response

With handle or steering means

C182S003000, C182S045000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07032710

ABSTRACT:
An anchoring system includes an anchor member to anchor the lifeline and at least one extending unit to extend the anchor member out to a working position beyond (horizontally) and above (vertically) an edge to provide for an overhead anchoring point. The anchoring system preferably further includes a support to which the extending unit is attached. The support immobilizes the overhead anchoring system so that the anchor member remains at the working position (even in the case of a fall by the worker). A method of anchoring a fall protection lifeline for use by a worker working at or beyond an edge includes the steps: elevating an anchor member to position the lifeline above the head of a worker and supporting the anchor member at the working position. The method can also include the step of extending the anchor member to a working position horizontally beyond and above the edge.

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