RGSS58ES Self-Tracking Rope Grab with 3 ft Shock Lanyard
The Frontline RGSS58ES is the complete worker-to-lifeline connection in one piece: a self-tracking openable rope grab for 5/8 in vertical lifelines with a 3 ft energy absorbing lanyard and snaphook already attached - clip the dorsal D-ring and climb.
Setup takes seconds: unscrew one screw, feed the lifeline, screw it back together. The high grade steel grab carries a double locking closing mechanism and golden yellow galvanized finish, with a high tenacity polyester shock absorber, 5,000 lb minimum breaking strength, and 310 lb max user weight. ANSI Z359.1 and OSHA 1926 Subpart M / 1910.
Who Needs This Product
This product is a complete rope-grab connection: grab, energy absorber, and snaphook in one assembly. Roofers and tower crews clip it to the dorsal D-ring and have the full lifeline interface with nothing to assemble or mismatch. You still need the vertical lifeline, a rated anchor, and a full body harness.
Features
Lanyard included
3 ft lanyard with integrated shock pack and snaphook - no separate connector to source or mismatch.
One-screw setup
Unscrew, feed the 5/8 in lifeline, screw back together. Seconds.
Double locking closure
The openable body locks closed twice over.
Self-tracking
Follows you up and down the lifeline hands-free.
High grade steel
Golden yellow galvanized for long service.
System-rated
5,000 lb minimum breaking strength, 310 lb capacity.
Technical Specifications
| SKU | RGSS58ES |
|---|---|
| Type | Self-tracking openable rope grab with integrated energy absorbing lanyard |
| Rope compatibility | 5/8 in vertical lifeline |
| Lanyard | 3 ft with integrated shock pack and snaphook |
| Shock absorber | High tenacity polyester |
| Metal components | High strength alloy steel |
| Finish | Golden yellow galvanized |
| Closure | Double locking mechanism |
| Min breaking strength | 5,000 lbs |
| Max user weight | 310 lbs |
| Standards | ANSI Z359.1; OSHA 1926 Subpart M; OSHA 1910 |
Clearance still counts. The 3 ft lanyard and shock pack add fall distance below the grab - account for lanyard length, absorber deployment, and harness stretch when setting the lifeline and anchor. Run the calculator below, and function-test the grab before every climb.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.1
American National Standard safety requirements for personal fall arrest systems (spec sheet lists Z359.1-2007 and Z359.1-2013 editions). Third-party test report linked in Submittals.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
Federal construction fall protection requirements.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
General industry requirements.
Typical Applications
How to Install the RGSS58ES
Follow the manufacturer's manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Inspect. Check grab, closure, lanyard, shock pack, and snaphook before each use.
- Open and mount. Unscrew the closure, seat the grab on the 5/8 in lifeline UP arrow toward the anchor, screw back together.
- Clip the D-ring. Snap the lanyard hook to the dorsal D-ring of your harness.
- Function test. Snap the grab sharply down the rope - it must lock instantly.
- Verify clearance. Confirm fall clearance below including lanyard and absorber - run the calculator below.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least every 6 months. Pull the equipment from service for any of the conditions below.
- Body and cam: deformation, cracks, corrosion, or worn teeth.
- Locking screw / closure: opens and re-secures positively (openable models).
- Anti-panic and locking function: grabs must lock on the rope when snapped downward.
- Connecting eye: wear, elongation, or cracks.
- Markings: labels must be present and legible.
Retire the equipment immediately after any fall arrest event or if any inspection point fails. Destroy retired equipment so it cannot return to service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frontline RGSS58ES Submittals and Documentation
Frontline RGSS58ES Spec Sheet (PDF)Rope compatibility, lanyard, strength, and standards. Frontline RGSS User Manual (PDF)Installation, function testing, inspection, and retirement for the RGSS rope grabs. Frontline RGSS58ES Test Report (PDF)Third-party test results. Frontline Catalog (PDF)The full Frontline Fall Protection product catalog.Compatible and Related Products
- Frontline RGSS58 Rope Grab. The bare grab - bring your own connector.
- Frontline RK050V50 Combat Plus Roofers Kit. Lifeline, anchor, and harness in one kit.
- Frontline 100CTB Combat Construction Harness. The construction harness to complete the system.
Building Vertical Lifeline Systems?
Grabs, lifelines, and anchors have to match. Confirm your application, anchorage, and clearance with us and we will walk through the kit list so the right equipment ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
