Which Shackle Should You Be Using?
A shackle is a u-shaped, load-bearing connecting device designed to be used with a removable pin. Shackles can be used…
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Class 1 vs. Class 2 Self-Retracting Lifelines (SRLs): What’s the Difference, and Which One Do You Need?
Learn the key differences between Class 1 and Class 2 SRLs under ANSI standards, how fall clearance impacts safety, and…
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How Do I Properly Tighten the Screw Pin on an Anchor Shackle?
Have you heard that an anchor shackle's screw pin should be tightened and then backed off 1/4 turn? In this…
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Top 10 Fall Protection Safety Tips for Working at Height
Staying safe while working at height requires proper training, planning, and procedures for identifying and removing potential fall hazards. In…
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What Is a Guardrail: Components, Standards, and Best-Fit Applications
If a personal fall arrest system isn’t the right fit for your company, how can you protect your workers at…
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Instructions and Warnings on the Use Of Steel Wire Rope
The following instructions and warnings combine to provide guidance on product safety and are intended for use by those already…
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Wire Rope End Terminations: Sockets, Wire Rope Clips, and Splices
Are you confused about the difference between a swaged socket and a spelter socket? Need to know what type of…
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A Brief Mobile Cranes Glossary: Basic Terms You Should Know
What are the components of a mobile crane? The ASME B30.5 Standard describes the types of mobile cranes, as well…
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What’s a Kevlar® Lifeline, and How Is It Used by the U.S. Navy?
How can Mazzella’s work on Kevlar® lifelines with the U.S. Navy and Coast Guard benefit a civilian company? It shows…
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How to Choose the Right Crane Block for Your Lift
This article will tell you everything you need to know to purchase the right crane block for your next project.
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Why Growing Crane Rental Companies Need Third-Party Spooling
This article explains why a growing crane rental company should have a third party do their spooling, instead of handling…
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OSHA Hierarchy of Controls: Reducing Fall Hazards for Working at Height
How can you make working at height safer for your employees? A good place to start is reviewing OSHA’s Hierarchy…
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