In a message dated 4/7/2007 9:02:23 A.M. Pacific Daylight Time,
towertalk-request@contesting.com writes:
> Can someone tell me how the ROHN-LOC device is used when it is attached
to a Klein SPA 858 tower belt. Some information I have come across indicates
that it is used while making your way up a tower in conjunction with a 3/8"
cable that is secured about 6 inches from the tower from top to bottom to act
as a fall arrest. Other info. indicates that this is somehow used with rope.
Any insight on this would be greatly appreciated. I would really also like
to get my hands on the instructions for this device.
Yes, the Rohn-Loc is a cable safety system that has a trolley that
attaches to your fall arrest harness (typically a chest D-ring) and the cable.
There is typically a locking carabiner used to clip the 2 together.
What you have is not a fall arrest harness, it's just a safety belt
(which BTW is not legal for professional tower work) and has no provision for
a
safety climb trolley. You can use a lanyard to go from your safety belt to the
trolley but it's a problematic and potentially fatal set-up. (If you fall,
the safety belt is pulled up your torso to your rib cage when it immobilizes
your diaphragm and suffocates you. You really need a fall arrest harness to
make it all work safely.
Cheers,
Steve K7LXC
TOWER TECH -
Professional tower services for hams
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