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Self-retracting lifeline

Also known as SRL.

A fall-arrest device that pays out and retracts line during movement and locks rapidly during a fall.

Safety notes

  • Match orientation and edge rating, calculate clearance, inspect housing and line, and follow recertification requirements.
  • Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.

In practice

Match orientation and edge rating, calculate clearance, inspect housing and line, and follow recertification requirements.

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Sources

  1. Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
  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.