Safety Harness & Fall Protection Equipment Andhra Pradesh — IS 3521 Guide

Fall protection is the #1 safety requirement for any work above 1.8 meters in Andhra Pradesh. This guide covers harnesses, lanyards, and compliance.

Fall Protection System Components

1. Full-Body Safety Harness (IS 3521 / EN 361)

• Multiple D-rings for flexibility
• Leg straps that distribute load
• Chest harness for stability
• Comfortable padding for extended wear

2. Lanyards & Energy Absorbers

• Double-hook design for quick repositioning
• 6-foot maximum length
• Shock-absorbing technology
• Inspection every 6 months

3. Anchorage Points

• Certified for minimum 15 kN capacity
• Multiple anchor options to prevent swing
• Documented location map for workers
• Regular inspection required

Industries Using Fall Protection in AP

• Construction (building work, scaffolding)
• Refinery maintenance (tank inspection, tower work)
• Port operations (ship gangways, elevated platforms)
• Telecom infrastructure (tower climbers)
• Window cleaning and facade work

Selection Guide

| Work Type | Harness Type | Lanyard | Anchorage | |---|---|---|---| | General construction | Standard full-body | 6ft double-hook | Building anchor points | | Tower climbing | Tower climbing harness | Positioning lanyard | Tower structure | | Rescue standby | Rescue harness | Retrievable lanyard | Mobile anchor |

Local Fall Protection Suppliers

PND Industrial Suppliers

Nellore Branch: Plot No. 23-18-19, Pardhasaradhi Nagar, Krishnapatnam Rd, Nellore – 524004 📞 +91 9398644987 | +91 9701110242

Kakinada Branch: Door No. 2, 98/2, near Gangalamma Devi Temple, Vakalapudi, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 533005 📞 +91 77309 40410 | +91 91821 56665 | +91 99485 92229

Stock:

• IS 3521 certified harnesses
• Energy-absorbing lanyards
• Horizontal lifelines
• Fall arrest systems
• Training and fit-testing services