Vertical Lifeline Rope with Snap Hook, 25 ft and 50 ft
The Malta Dynamics Vertical Lifeline Rope with Snap Hook is one of the strongest conventional rope lifelines available, built from 5/8 inch polyester 3-strand rope that resists rot, mildew, alkalis, and most solvents. The rope offers strong abrasion protection and is heat-resistant, with a melting point over 300 degrees F. Each line is terminated with stitching, encased in plastic, and fitted with an alloy steel snap hook for quick anchorage.
With a 5,000-lb minimum breaking strength and a 130 to 310-lb worker capacity, the vertical lifeline can serve as part of a personal fall arrest system or as a fall restraint line that keeps workers back from a leading edge. Available as a 2-pack in 25 ft (C7052-2PK) or 50 ft (C7053-2PK) lengths, it meets ANSI Z359.1-2007, ANSI A10.32-12, OSHA 1926 Subpart M, and OSHA 1910. Pair it with a compatible rope grab to connect a harness.
Who Needs This Product
The Vertical Lifeline Rope with Snap Hook is the rope component of a vertical lifeline system. It anchors overhead with its alloy-steel snap hook and runs vertically alongside the worker, who connects to it through a compatible rope grab to either arrest a fall (as part of a personal fall arrest system) or remain in restraint, away from a leading edge. Each worker still needs an ANSI full body harness, a rope grab positioning device, and an anchorage rated for the system. This product includes only the rope and snap hook; the rope grab is sold separately.
Features
5/8 inch polyester rope
A strong 5/8 inch 3-strand polyester rope resists rot, mildew, alkalis, and most solvents for long service life.
Abrasion and heat resistant
Built to resist abrasion with a melting point over 300 degrees F, the rope holds up in demanding conditions.
Alloy steel snap hook
A self-locking alloy steel snap hook gives a quick, reliable connection to an overhead anchorage.
Stitched termination
The rope is terminated by stitching with a plastic casing for a clean, durable end connection.
Arrest or restraint
Use the vertical lifeline as part of a personal fall arrest system or as a restraint line to keep workers back from the edge.
UV resistant
UV-resistant material keeps the rope durable and flexible through repeated outdoor jobsite use.
Technical Specifications
| SKUs | C7052-2PK (25 ft, 2-pack), C7053-2PK (50 ft, 2-pack) |
|---|---|
| Type | Vertical lifeline rope with snap hook, for fall arrest or fall restraint |
| Lengths | 25 ft (C7052); 50 ft (C7053) |
| 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, UV resistant, melting point over 300 F |
| Termination | Stitched with plastic casing |
| Connector | Self-locking alloy steel snap hook |
| Rope grab | Required to connect a harness; sold separately |
| Weights | C7052 4.6 lb; C7053 7.8 lb |
| Compliance | ANSI Z359.1-2007; ANSI A10.32-12; OSHA 1926 Subpart M; OSHA 1910 |
| Warranty | 1 year limited (Malta Dynamics) against factory defects in workmanship and materials |
You need a rope grab to connect a harness. This product is the vertical lifeline rope and snap hook only. A compatible rope grab is required to attach a full body harness to the line. Anchor overhead, verify the anchorage meets the system strength requirement, and calculate fall clearance and swing-fall clearance before use. Never use a cut, frayed, or heat-damaged rope.
Compliance Standards
ANSI Z359.1-2007
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 and lifeline rope requirements.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910
General industry fall protection requirements covering the lifeline 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, stitched termination, plastic casing, and snap hook for damage before each use.
- Anchor overhead. Clip the self-locking snap hook to an anchorage that meets the system strength requirement.
- Install a rope grab. Attach a compatible rope grab to the lifeline and confirm it is oriented and locked correctly.
- Connect. Link the rope grab to the dorsal D-ring of an ANSI full-body harness, directly or through the rope grab's lanyard.
- Verify clearance. Calculate fall clearance and swing-fall clearance, or set restraint length to keep the worker back from the edge.
- Work. Keep the line vertical and move the rope grab as needed for the task.
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 lifeline from service for any of the conditions below.
- Rope: cuts, frays, abrasion, glazing or heat damage, chemical attack, or pulled strands.
- Termination: damaged stitching or a cracked or missing plastic casing.
- Snap hook: bent gate, weak or non-locking gate spring, or corrosion.
- Overall: stiffness, severe discoloration, or mildew indicating degradation.
- Labels: must remain legible and intact.
Retirement triggers: any fall-arrest event, any cut or heat-damaged rope, or any snap hook that no longer self-locks. Remove the lifeline from service immediately and tag it so it cannot be reused.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Malta Dynamics Vertical Lifeline Snap Hook Submittals and Documentation
MC7052 Vertical Lifeline Spec Sheet (PDF)Rope and connector materials, breaking strength, weights, and compliance. MC7052 Vertical Lifeline User Manual (PDF)Use, rope grab connection, fall clearance, inspection, and inspection log. MC7052 C7052 Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Conformity statement for the 25 ft vertical lifeline. MC7052 C7053 Declaration of Conformity (PDF)Conformity statement for the 50 ft vertical lifeline.Compatible and Related Products
- Malta Vertical Lifeline Assembly. A complete kit with rope, rope grab, shock pack, and lanyard if you need the full assembly.
- Malta C7054 Fall Arrestor Rope Grab. The rope grab that connects a harness to this 5/8 inch lifeline.
- 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, rope grab, 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.
