When is it appropriate to use Positioning Device Systems?

Positioning Device Systems are specifically designed to support workers in maintaining their position while working on vertical surfaces. These systems allow for hands-free work, enabling personnel to carry out tasks without the risk of falling, as they are securely attached to an anchor point. When used appropriately, they provide both security and mobility, allowing workers to remain in a stable position on a vertical surface.

The focus on vertical surfaces is crucial because the dynamics of working on such surfaces are different from horizontal or elevated environments. Tasks performed on vertical surfaces often require the installer to have an efficient range of motion while ensuring their safety, which Positioning Device Systems can facilitate.

In contrast, horizontal surfaces typically do not require the same type of fall protection due to the ground-level position, and while scaffolding and aerial lifts do provide unique challenges, they generally fall under different categories of safety techniques and equipment, such as guardrails or fall arrest systems, rather than positioning systems, which are tailored for vertical work.