Kattsafe

Sayfa is now Kattsafe

We’ve built a name for ourselves by continuously innovating safer, simpler height access and fall protection systems, and now it’s time for our business to evolve too.

Bringing everything we do under one new name makes it even simpler to work with us and use our products. And behind it all, we’re still the same team, quality products, and customer service that you’ve come to expect.

Rope Access

Rope access systems are used to gain access to a façade or workface by vertical suspension using rope access harnesses and PPE equipment.

It involves a main working line for access and work positioning around a building façade for maintenance purposes, and a backup safety line used to minimise user risk.

Providing effective rope access

There are multiple systems that can be used for rope access and the selection like all fall protection systems, must be determined by application, frequency of use and operator competency.

Of the systems available, davits are used frequently when access is required for facade maintenance. With many benefits, such as multiple user capability, effortless mobility and minimal aesthetic impact, they allow operators to safely access the facade without applying load to the curtain wall.

Rope access needle systems are similar to davits, however they differ in that rather than just one area of attachment to the roof structure they have several which allows for the load to be spread. They are particularly well suited for metal deck roofs.

Anchors are yet another option. They can be a very cost effective choice but do have limitations in that they cannot be used if the operator is required to abseil over a fragile curtain wall or glass facade.


Choosing a rope access system

When choosing a rope access system for your building, there are four main factors to consider:

  1. What tasks will need to be carried out?

  2. How frequently will the tasks need to be carried out?

  3. How competent are the personnel performing the tasks?

  4. What are the risks associated with the tasks?

Once these three factors have been determined, use the table below to help evaluate your requirements.

Maintenance CategoryItemMaintenance FrequencyExample Solution
A PriorityCurtain wall / signageFrequentMulti-directional fall protection (permanent) i.e. rigid rail, rolling davit systems
B PriorityIndividual windows / louvresPeriodicFixed fall protection (permanent) i.e. rope access needles, rope access davits
C PriorityGeneral facade accessInfrequentActive fall protection i.e. abseil anchor points



Take the risk out of height safety designs

Our height safety system design specialists have a deep understanding of industry requirements and help you meet your obligations for fully compliant systems right from the start.

  • Exceed compliance

  • Minimise ongoing costs

  • Reduce rework

  • Protect lives