Horizontal Lifelines

A lifeline is a line attached to a secure anchor point and is used by workers in conjunction with a travel restraint system, typically attached to the lifeline by a rope grab. Horizontal lifelines are run from one end of a platform to another and are attached at two separate anchor points.

Horizontal lifelines must meet the following requirements:

• Extend to a safe surface below the work area
• Be securely attached at two separate anchor points
• Be clean, free of knots, lubricants, and imperfections
• Be free of splices, except where they connect to an anchor point
• Have softeners covering all sharp edges to protect against cuts or chafing
• Be identified as a lifeline with color or some other means
• Not used for any other purpose
• Be used by one worker at a time

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