C7050 Vertical Lifeline Assembly, 50 ft
The Malta Dynamics Vertical Lifeline Assembly is a complete connector kit: a reinforced 5/8 inch polyester 3-strand rope with a self-locking alloy steel snap hook, paired with a built-in rope grab positioning device, an integrated shock absorption pack, and an 18 inch extension lanyard. Together they give a worker a ready-to-use vertical lifeline straight out of the box.
The reinforced poly-rope carries a 5,000 lb minimum breaking strength and supports a 130 to 310 lb worker. Use it for fall arrest as part of a personal fall arrest system, or in fall restraint to keep a worker back from a leading edge. This 50 ft (C7050) assembly meets OSHA 1926 Subpart M, OSHA 1910, ANSI Z359.1-07, and ANSI A10.32-12. Need a different length? The 25 ft and 100 ft assemblies are linked in Related Products below.
Who Needs This Product
The Vertical Lifeline Assembly is a complete vertical connector kit for crews who need a ready-to-use vertical lifeline. It pairs a poly-rope and self-locking snap hook with a rope grab, shock pack, and extension lanyard so the worker connects a full body harness to the rope grab and is protected as they move up or down the line. Most often used in fall restraint to limit reach and avoid a leading edge, it can also serve as part of a personal fall arrest system. Each worker still needs an ANSI full body harness and an anchorage rated for the system.
Features
Complete connector kit
Ships with rope, self-locking snap hook, rope grab positioning device, shock pack, and an 18 inch extension lanyard.
5,000 lb poly-rope
A reinforced 5/8 inch polyester 3-strand rope with a 5,000 lb minimum breaking strength and UV-resistant, flexible construction.
Built-in rope grab
A manual rope grab bridges the harness and the rope and locks into position to control reach and arrest a fall.
Integrated shock pack
A shock absorption pack built into the rope grab leg dissipates arresting force to ease the load on the body.
Self-locking snap hook
A self-locking alloy steel snap hook gives a quick, reliable connection to an overhead anchorage.
50 ft working length
A single 50 ft (C7050) line that covers most roof, ladder, and tower heights. The 25 ft and 100 ft assemblies are available separately.
Technical Specifications
| SKU | C7050 |
|---|---|
| Type | Complete vertical lifeline assembly, for fall arrest or fall restraint |
| Length | 50 ft |
| Minimum breaking strength | 5,000 lb |
| Worker capacity | 130 to 310 lb per user, including tools and equipment |
| Rope | 5/8 in polyester, 3-strand, reinforced, UV resistant |
| Termination | Stitched with plastic casing |
| Connector | Self-locking alloy steel snap hook |
| Rope grab | Manual rope grab positioning device, included |
| Shock pack | Shock absorption pack built into the rope grab leg, included |
| Extension lanyard | 18 in, included |
| Weight | 10.6 lb |
| Compliance | OSHA 1926 Subpart M; OSHA 1910; ANSI Z359.1-07; ANSI A10.32-12 |
| Warranty | 1 year limited (Malta Dynamics) against factory defects in workmanship and materials |
Lock the rope grab and verify clearance. The rope grab must be locked into position to control reach and arrest a fall, and the worker must never grab the rope grab during a fall. Anchor the line overhead to an anchorage that meets the system strength requirement, calculate fall clearance and swing-fall clearance, and inspect the rope, rope grab, shock pack, and snap hook before each use.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.1-07
ANSI fall protection code for the design of personal fall arrest systems and components.
ANSI A10.32-12
ANSI/ASSP standard for fall protection systems used in construction and demolition operations.
OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart M
Construction fall protection, including vertical lifeline rope and rope grab requirements.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
General industry fall protection requirements covering the lifeline assembly and connectors.
Typical Applications
Use Overview
Use per the Malta Dynamics vertical lifeline instruction manual. The sequence below is an overview only.
- Inspect. Check the rope, termination, snap hook, rope grab, shock pack, and extension lanyard before each use.
- Anchor overhead. Clip the self-locking snap hook to an anchorage that meets the system strength requirement.
- Set the rope grab. Install the rope grab in the correct orientation, lock it into position, and confirm it grips the rope.
- Connect. Attach the rope grab's 18 inch extension lanyard to the dorsal D-ring of an ANSI full body harness.
- Verify clearance. Calculate fall clearance and swing-fall clearance, or set restraint length to keep the worker back from the edge.
- Work. Move the rope grab along the line as needed; never hold the rope grab during a fall.
Inspection and Retirement
Inspect before each use, with a documented competent-person inspection at least every six months (or more often per your program). Remove the assembly from service for any of the conditions below.
- Rope: cuts, frays, abrasion, glazing or heat damage, chemical attack, or pulled strands.
- Rope grab: worn cam, weak spring, deformation, or a grab that does not lock onto the rope.
- Shock pack: any sign the energy absorber has deployed or the cover is torn.
- Snap hook: bent gate, weak or non-locking gate spring, or corrosion.
- Extension lanyard: cuts, frays, or pulled stitches.
- Labels: must remain legible and intact.
Retirement triggers: any fall-arrest event, a deployed shock pack, a cut or heat-damaged rope, or a rope grab that will not lock. Remove the assembly from service immediately and tag it so it cannot be reused.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Malta Dynamics Vertical Lifeline Assembly Submittals and Documentation
Vertical Lifeline Assembly Spec Sheet (PDF)Kit components, rope and connector materials, breaking strength, weights, and compliance. Vertical Lifeline User Manual (PDF)Rope grab use, fall clearance and swing falls, inspection, and inspection log. C7050 Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Conformity statement for the 50 ft assembly.Compatible and Related Products
- Malta Vertical Lifeline Assembly, 25 ft and 100 ft. The same kit in 25 ft (C7051) and 100 ft (C7056) lengths.
- Malta C7054 Fall Arrestor Rope Grab. A replacement or spare rope grab for 5/8 inch lifeline rope.
- Malta Vertical Lifeline Rope with Snap Hook. The rope-and-hook line on its own if you already have a rope grab.
- Malta Warthog Tongue and Buckle Harness. An ANSI full body harness to complete the system.
- Malta A6304 4-Way Anchor Plate. A reusable roof anchorage to tie off the vertical lifeline.
Specifying Vertical Lifelines for Your Crew?
Need help matching the right vertical lifeline assembly, harness, and anchorage to your jobsite? Confirm your work height, fall clearance, and tie-off plan with us and we will walk through the full kit list so the right equipment ships together.
Call 863-703-4522 to talk to a fall protection specialist.
