Lifeline Fall Protection for Aviation

Aviation fall protection plays a central role in keeping technicians safe while working on wings, fuselages, and tail sections. SafeRack designs aviation fall protection lifeline systems to meet OSHA and FAA requirements. Our trolley beam systems can integrate cleanly into existing hangar steel, catwalks, and maintenance platforms.

What Is a Trolley Beam Fall Arrest System?

A beam trolley and fall arrest system is an overhead fall protection network of I-beams and rigid rails that an anchor trolley runs along, connecting to the worker by a lifeline. This can be an essential safety tool due to how the aviation industry exposes crews to constant fall hazards while working on top of an aircraft. 

Aviation fall protection is essential due to frequent operations at moderate heights. In 2023, 885 people died due to falls, slips, and trips. In fiscal year 2021-2022, non-fatal incidents accounted for 450,540 days away from work. A trolley beam lifeline system can both save lives and prevent losing work hours to avoidable injuries. 

Key Features of an Overhead Beam Trolley Lifeline

SafeRack’s custom aviation fall protection and lifeline systems provide continuous fall arrest or fall restraint along elevated work paths, allowing mechanics to move around hands-free while remaining tied off. a few key central benefits of our aviation fall protection system includes:

• Short fall distance. Overhead trolley beam or rigid rail systems minimize deflection and swing, which is critical when working over delicate aircraft skins and components.
• Continuous mobility. One key benefit of the overhead system is that it allows for additional mobility. Workers have ongoing safety while traversing the full length of the aircraft.
• Multi-user capacity. Lifeline protection allows for up to four workers within a bay to have protection while avoiding getting in eachother’s way. 
• Custom approach. SafeRack’s approach uses modular pieces that can match your existing space. 
• Safety compliant. Our designs are compliant with both OSHA regulations and the FAA’s fall protection program. 

SafeRack Services for Aviation Fall Protection

SafeRack provides full, turnkey services to businesses that partner with us. Our team acts as a partner from hazard assessment through installation and training for aviation fall protection projects.

SafeRack’s process begins with an on-site assessment. We customize the trolley beam system to match your structure and workflow, identifying potential hazards. After assessement we can be there for each step of designing, shipping, and installation. Our team can train your staff on how to use the system and provide ongoing maintenance and inspections.

Contact us today so we can learn safety concerns you face in your aviation facility, whether a beam trolley system is right for you, and solutions that can save you time and money.