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Secondary safety

Also known as secondary suspension, safety bond.

An independent retention method intended to limit a suspended item’s fall if its primary attachment fails.

Safety notes

  • Use only a purpose-rated device compatible with the fixture and support, keep slack and fall distance controlled, attach to approved points, and inspect every installation.
  • Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.

In practice

Use only a purpose-rated device compatible with the fixture and support, keep slack and fall distance controlled, attach to approved points, and inspect every installation.

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Sources

  1. Published Technical Standards · Entertainment Services and Technology Association
  2. Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.