Regular inspection and testing of your height safety and fall arrest PPE isn’t simply a matter of complying with national standards. Contact Goleman now to safeguard your team and extend the life of your PPE.
Goleman is qualified to keep your employees safe
Qualified PPE assessors
All height safety and fall arrest PPE inspection, recertification and maintenance work will be carried out by a qualified Goleman PPE assessor who holds NZQA unit standard 19359 (Inspect and maintain height safety equipment).
Ongoing competency training
Every member of the Goleman team receives ongoing competency training to ensure their skills are maintained and always up to date.
Safety first for you & your team
Regular testing and maintenance of your PPE will ensure you meet legal requirements and maximise the investment you’ve made – keeping your team safe when they’re working at height should be your number one priority.
Inspecting & recertifying your PPE includes:
Identify manufacturer’s maintenance instructions
Identify manufacturer’s maintenance specifications
Reject damaged and/or worn equipment
Record equipment in log book
Record maintenance procedures in log book
Certified trained professionals
PPE Inspection & Recertification Requirements
Height Safety & Fall Arrest
All items of equipment which are in regular use shall be subjected to periodic inspection and where applicable, servicing, at the manufacturer’s recommended intervals. The inspection and servicing shall be carried out in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
Item |
Inspection frequency as required by AS/NZS 1891.4 |
|---|---|
| Harness, Lanyard, PPE, Fall Arrest Devices, Ropes and Slings. | 6 monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector. |
| Anchorages – drilled in type or attached to timber frame. Others. | 12 monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector. As recommended by manufacturer to maximum of 5 yearly – 12 monthly in absence of this. |
| Fall Arrest devices – full service. | 2 monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector. As recommended by manufacturer to maximum of 5 yearly – 12 monthly in absence of this. |
| Horizontal Lifelines and Vertical Lifelines – Steel or Rail. | 12 monthly inspection by height safety equipment inspector. As recommended by manufacturer to maximum of 5 yearly – 12 monthly in absence of this. |
| All items of personal and common use equipment. | Inspection by height safety equipment inspector on entry or re-entry of service. |
| All items which have been stressed as a result of a fall. | Inspection by height safety equipment inspector before use. |
Goleman makes it easy for you.
Book your PPE Inspection & Recertification today.
With offices in Auckland, Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson, Tauranga and Wellington, one of our qualified inspectors can come to you or we can send a courier to collect your equipment for inspection and next-day return.