Fall Protection Inspection Services

General contractor standing next to a crane

Pro-Bel offers comprehensive fall protection inspection services, ensuring your roof anchors and tieback systems comply with OSHA standards.

Schedule Your Inspection Today!

Ensure an OSHA-compliant fall protection inspection with Pro-Bel’s trusted specialists. We offer reliable fall protection inspection solutions for all your suspension and safety equipment.

Why Inspections?

OSHA and local authorities require all tieback anchors, roof anchors, lifeline anchors, roof davits, and other permanently installed suspended access equipment to undergo an annual fall protection inspection as a minimum requirement or per the manufacturer’s guidelines. Pro-Bel offers building owners and property managers OSHA-compliant fall protection inspections to ensure all equipment functions as intended.

Ensuring worker safety is a shared responsibility among building owners, employers, and their agents, including architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors. In the unfortunate event of an accident, proper documentation, such as engineered drawings, inspection reports, work plans, and procedures, is critical to reducing risk and liability and ensuring a safe workplace for those working at heights.

When Is Inspection Due?

In addition to the mandatory OSHA requirement for fall protection inspection, compliance with the ANSI-I14 Standard also requires re-certification of suspended maintenance anchorages when re-roofing or renovating (pertinent to the window cleaning system) and at periods not exceeding ten years. The owner's best defense is the documentation showing compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Outside of the annual inspection for roof anchors, every 5-10 years, the equipment needs to be recertified via load testing. The specific timeframe depends on the anchor's make and model. Generally, adhesive anchors need recertification every five years, while non-adhesive anchors require it every ten years. However, manufacturer guidelines may alter these intervals. If your equipment is due for re-certification, load testing may be necessary. For further details, visit our recertification page.

OSHA’s fall protection inspection requirements

"Building Owners and/or their operating agents shall provide window cleaning contractors with written assurance that the installation of the structure has been inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance with the requirement of the I-14.1 Standard, which puts significant emphasis on annual inspection" - ANSI / IWCA—Window Cleaning Safety Standard.

Since the 1970s, Pro-Bel has designed, engineered, manufactured, installed, inspected, and re-certified thousands of roof anchors and fall protection systems, including:

  • Permanent Roof Anchors/TieBack Anchors
  • Horizontal Cable Lifeline Systems
  • Roof Davits
  • Outrigger Beams
  • Monorail Fall Protection Systems
  • Rigging Sleeves

All permanent fall protection and fall arrest equipment must undergo an annual fall protection inspection in compliance with local authorities such as OSHA, Cal OSHA, and CCOHS. Similar inspections are required following any significant alteration to existing installations to maintain compliance and safety.

Need An Inspection?

Get in touch with an inspections expert

    I am a current user of your products & services

    Annual Fall Protection Inspection

    The following fall protection equipment needs to be inspected annually or per the manufacturer’s instructions:

    • Roof Anchors and TieBack Anchors
    • Horizontal Cable Lifeline Systems

    Our fall protection inspection services are designed to ensure the safety and reliability of your rooftop systems. Fall protection systems are essential for safeguarding workers when operating near roof edges. A horizontal cable is snaked through the roof anchors, and the worker attaches their harness to the cable to prevent them from going too close to the edge.

    These systems must be inspected regularly to ensure anchor points are in peak condition and the lifeline remains securely attached. Schedule your fall protection inspection today to ensure OSHA compliance and worker safety.

    Pro-Bel's Inspection Services

    Annual Deficiency Inspection:

    • Inspect the existing equipment to ensure it complies with current codes, standards, and safety regulations.
    • Photographing and documentation of existing equipment.
    • Recommendations for load testing and re-certification of existing equipment (if necessary).
    • Cost estimate for immediate repairs of existing equipment or upgrades to the system (if necessary).
    • Provide a detailed report outlining our inspection regarding potential compliance issues if observed.

    Technical Audit / Compliance Inspection:

    • Technical Audit Compliance Inspection of existing equipment and function of system design as relating to codes, standards, and safety regulations.
    • Photographing and documentation of existing equipment.
    • Recommendations for testing and certification of existing equipment (if necessary).
    • Concept layout design of new equipment and/or anchorages to supplement the existing system (if necessary).
    • Cost estimate for deficiency repairs to existing equipment and budget estimate for supply and installation of new equipment.
    • Providing a detailed report outlining the inspection with reference to potential compliance issues.

    Roof Assessment:

    This assessment applies to buildings without existing equipment:

    • Site visit to evaluate and review the requirements pertaining to window washing, structural or other construction, and compliance with safety regulations.
    • Review of existing drawings (if provided).
    • Concept layout design of new equipment and/or anchorages to supplement the existing system (if necessary).
    • Cost estimate and budget for supply and installation of new equipment.
    • Providing a detailed report outlining the assessment and/or due diligence requirements

      Horizontal Lifeline Inspections

      Horizontal lifeline inspections are crucial for ensuring the safety and reliability of your fall protection system. Regular inspections help identify wear and tear, potential hazards, and compliance with safety regulations.

      Window Washing Anchors & Facade Anchor System Inspections

      Pro-Bel's window washing anchors and facade anchor system inspections are essential for ensuring the highest levels of safety and compliance in high-rise buildings. Our inspections include a comprehensive visual examination of anchors to identify any signs of damage, corrosion, or wear. We perform rigorous load testing to ensure the anchors can support necessary weights and pressures, and we verify that the system meets all relevant safety regulations and standards.

      Detailed documentation of the inspection results is provided, helping maintain safety records and plan for necessary maintenance. Trust Pro-Bel for reliable inspections that secure your window washing and facade maintenance systems.

      Inspection Logbook

      The building owner shall keep a certification record for each inspection and test required for fall protection. This record should include the inspection date, the signature of the person who performed the inspection, and the identifiers of the building support structure and equipment inspected. It should be readily available for review by authorities and maintenance contractors.

      If your system requires repair, our team will:

      1. Conduct a Thorough Inspection: Our inspectors will identify any issues, including worn or damaged components and unauthorized modifications.

      2. Provide a Detailed Report: You'll receive a comprehensive report outlining the necessary repairs and recommendations to ensure your system meets safety standards.

      3. Offer Repair Services: Based on the inspection findings, our team can perform turnkey repairs to restore your system's functionality and compliance.

      4. Follow-Up Inspection: After repairs are completed, we can conduct a follow-up inspection to verify that all issues have been resolved and your system is operating safely.

      Customer Portal

      Pro-Bel maintains up-to-date inspection records of all Pro-Bel-manufactured fall protection equipment and installations. All data is recorded in the building owner’s/employer’s equipment manual and inspection logbook. The logbook contains the necessary information to comply with all relevant state and federal safety standards and will reduce the legal exposure of the design professionals and owners to accidents. Pro-Bel now offers an online solution for document storage through the Pro-Bel Customer Portal.

      For more information on fall protection and roof anchor inspection, contact Pro-Bel, one of the leading roof anchor inspection companies.