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We don’t really know when, where, or how an accident could happen in our lives, and the risk increases for those who are working in high-risk environments such as rooftops. Therefore, the safety measures must be planned well in advance in order to prevent future mishaps. These incidents can range from minor injuries to death. Other than psychological effects which includes anxiety and depression on workers, it also indirectly affects the completion schedule.

Fall protection isn’t just about preventing someone from falling. It’s about controlling the falling risk in the first place and making sure that workers are safe when they work at height. In April 2021, KVC’s expert team have supported the customer with the design, installation, inspection and training of the MSA horizontal lifeline solution on the rooftops of the airports in Penang.

This need for fall protection arose when the customer installed solar panels on their rooftops, with the safety concern due to the high risk of falling especially in performing their routine inspection at the edge of the roof that has a sharp curve. Moreover, the customer is aware of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) requirement which states that when workers work above the height of 2 meters, safety measures have to be in place. The customer not only wanted to comply with the DOSH requirement but they wanted to ensure that their workers can work safely at the edge of the roof.

The MSA range of Latchways® and Constant Force® Post Horizontal Lifeline Systems are applicable for all works on rooftops without causing damage to the roof integrity. Their aim is to ensure that people can function safely at rooftop altitudes where a fall might occur, as well as to give them more space for movement. The system effortlessly blends ease of use with excellent fall prevention safety efficiency. The harness is light to ensure the freedom of movement but at the same time, it is made from materials that can withstand the test of time.

Parallel to our vision of helping customers build, operate, optimize and enhance their assets every day, we are proud to offer MSA fall protection solutions to protect workers from any fall-related injuries or death.



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