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Risk of falling

The risk of falling from tanker tops is a subject of increasing concern to operators and inspectors. Unacceptable levels of injury and fatalities in recent years occurred. This makes fall prevention one of the leading issues within the bulk fluid transfer industries.

Fall prevention equipment

In many cases, switching to bottom loading is not feasible. There exists a clear and present need to make access on tanker tops foolproof and as safe as possible. It cannot be said that a problem is unique. There are a finite number of tanker sizes and access choices possible world-wide.

This section introduces a wide range of fall prevention systems to suit every budget and tanker/plant configuration. Engiflow can help you to make your tanker access safer and satisfy the authorities.

Fall protection versus fall prevention

There is a clear difference between protection and prevention. A fall protection device like a harness allows you to fall first and then arrests the fall. This can cause severe injuries. It is also a passive system: it's up to the operator whether to use the harness or not.

Engiflow only offers fall prevention equipment like safety cages. They provide a safe working area and prevent you from falling. The equipment is proactive as the operator needs to use the system in order to get on top of the tanker.

Despite the obvious differences between fall protection and prevention, these wordings are used randomly.