Abstract: Methods, systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. According to various embodiments, there is provided an absorber assembly including: an absorber body configured to deform under one or more loading forces; a load lock comprising a first counter face and a second counter face, wherein the load lock is configured to prevent deformation of the absorber body when the one or more loading forces are below a minimal threshold; a primary absorbing part configured to deform the absorber body such that the absorber body does not exceed a primary threshold; and a secondary absorbing part configured to deform the absorber body such that the absorber body does not exceed a secondary threshold. In some embodiments, the absorber assembly includes a line of deformation (“LOD”) disposed on or within the absorber body, wherein the LOD comprises one or more radii.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to apparatuses and methods for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace. In various embodiments, an apparatus for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace may comprise an imaging device configured to capture imaging data, the imaging data comprising an image of a first connection location corresponding to a workspace anchor and a second connection location corresponding to an operator attachment; and a controller configured to detect a workspace operating condition associated with the workspace based on the imaging data; wherein the workspace operating condition is defined by a first connection status of a fall protection device at the first connection location and a second connection status of the fall protection device at the second connection location, wherein the controller configured to detect the first connection status and the second connection status based at least in part on the imaging data.

Abstract: Systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. A fall protection system including an absorber assembly including an absorber body, wherein the absorber body defines a nose portion and a buffer portion, wherein the absorber body is configured to transition from a non-deformed state to a deformed state when the absorber body is subject to one or more loading forces, and wherein the buffer portion is configured to deflect against a rail when the absorber body transitions from the non-deformed state to the deformed state; and a shuttle body configured to secure the fall protection system to a rail. In some embodiments, the absorber body further defines one or more holes configured to distribute the one or more loading forces throughout the absorber assembly during deformation.

Abstract: Systems, assemblies, and/or the like are provided. In some embodiments, A fall protection system includes an absorber assembly including an absorber body, wherein the absorber body defines a nose portion and a locking portion, and wherein the absorber body is configured to transition from a non-deformed state to a deformed state when the absorber body is subject to one or more loading forces; and a shuttle body configured to secure the fall protection system to a rail, wherein the shuttle body defines a counter-locking portion configured to engage with the locking portion when the fall protection system is subject to the one or more loading forces. In some embodiments, the absorber body further defines one or more holes configured to distribute the one or more loading forces throughout the absorber assembly during deformation.

Abstract: An absorber assembly for a fall protection system is provided. The absorber assembly can include an absorber configured be in a non-deformed state and a deformed state. The absorber assembly can include a connecting pin coupled to the absorber and a swivel that is coupled to the connecting pin. The connecting pin can be configured to rotate by at least five degrees in relation to the absorber when the absorber is in the deformed state.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to apparatuses and methods for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace. In various embodiments, an apparatus for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace may comprise an imaging device configured to capture imaging data, the imaging data comprising an image of a first connection location corresponding to a workspace anchor and a second connection location corresponding to an operator attachment; and a controller configured to detect a workspace operating condition associated with the workspace based on the imaging data; wherein the workspace operating condition is defined by a first connection status of a fall protection device at the first connection location and a second connection status of the fall protection device at the second connection location, wherein the controller configured to detect the first connection status and the second connection status based at least in part on the imaging data.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to mounting devices for fall protection devices and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a mounting device may comprise a mounting bracket configured for attachment to a materials handling vehicle; a rotary arm rotatably attached to the mounting bracket at an arm base, wherein the rotary arm is configured to rotate relative to the mounting bracket about an axis of rotation defined at the arm base, and wherein the rotary arm defines a webbing retention feature configured for receiving a webbing of a fall protection device to define a dynamic engagement of the rotary arm with an intermediate webbing portion defined along the webbing; a sensing device configured to capture sensor data associated with the intermediate webbing portion; and a controller configured to detect a connection condition associated with the fall protection device based on the sensor data captured by the sensing device.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to mounting devices for fall protection devices and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a mounting device may comprise a mounting bracket configured for attachment to a materials handling vehicle; a rotary arm rotatably attached to the mounting bracket at an arm base, wherein the rotary arm is configured to rotate relative to the mounting bracket about an axis of rotation defined at the arm base, and wherein the rotary arm defines a webbing retention feature configured for receiving a webbing of a fall protection device to define a dynamic engagement of the rotary arm with an intermediate webbing portion defined along the webbing; a sensing device configured to capture sensor data associated with the intermediate webbing portion; and a controller configured to detect a connection condition associated with the fall protection device based on the sensor data captured by the sensing device.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to mounting devices for fall protection devices and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a mounting device may comprise a mounting bracket configured for attachment to a materials handling vehicle; a rotary arm rotatably attached to the mounting bracket at an arm base, wherein the rotary arm is configured to rotate relative to the mounting bracket about an axis of rotation defined at the arm base, and wherein the rotary arm defines a webbing retention feature configured for receiving a webbing of a fall protection device to define a dynamic engagement of the rotary arm with an intermediate webbing portion defined along the webbing; a sensing device configured to capture sensor data associated with the intermediate webbing portion; and a controller configured to detect a connection condition associated with the fall protection device based on the sensor data captured by the sensing device.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to shuttle apparatuses for fall protection and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, the shuttle apparatus comprise a shuttle housing configured for dynamic engagement relative to a guide member; an adjustable guide wheel assembly configured for selective rotation between an unlocked position and a locked position, wherein rotating the adjustable guide wheel assembly between the locked position and the unlocked position comprises moving a button assembly relative to the shuttle housing along a button slot defined by the shuttle housing such that a wheel axle element is rotated between the locked and unlocked positions; wherein the adjustable guide wheel assembly being in the unlocked position corresponds to the shuttle apparatus being in an unlocked configuration defined by at least a portion of the shuttle apparatus being configured for selective movement between an installed configuration and a detached configuration relative to the guide member.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to shuttle apparatuses for fall protection and methods of using the same. In various embodiments, a shuttle apparatus comprises a shuttle housing configured for dynamic engagement relative to a guide member, a first brake assembly configured for activation during a fall instance, and a secondary brake assembly configured independent from the first brake assembly, the secondary brake assembly comprising: a secondary brake pawl configured to pivotably rotate between a disengaged position and an activated position, the secondary brake pawl configured to rotate toward the activated position during the fall instance; and a secondary brake lock arm configured to freely rotate independent of the shuttle housing such that the shuttle housing being arranged in an angled configuration causes the secondary brake lock arm to rotate to an engaged position to obstruct the secondary brake pawl from rotating, thereby preventing the secondary brake assembly from being activated.

Abstract: Various embodiments are directed to apparatuses and methods for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace. In various embodiments, an apparatus for detecting a workspace operating condition associated with a workspace may comprise an imaging device configured to capture imaging data, the imaging data comprising an image of a first connection location corresponding to a workspace anchor and a second connection location corresponding to an operator attachment; and a controller configured to detect a workspace operating condition associated with the workspace based on the imaging data; wherein the workspace operating condition is defined by a first connection status of a fall protection device at the first connection location and a second connection status of the fall protection device at the second connection location, wherein the controller configured to detect the first connection status and the second connection status based at least in part on the imaging data.

Abstract: A locking system for fall protection and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. An example locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end that is configured to engage the guide member. The braking lever includes a shock absorber configured to deform during a fall instance. The locking system further includes a secondary braking feature configured independent from the braking lever. The secondary braking feature is an inertial structure configured to rotate into engagement with the guide member during the fall instance. A corresponding method of manufacturing is also provided.

Abstract: A locking system is provided for fall protection. The locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end. The braking lever is configured to rotate so as to allow the braking end to engage the guide member. The guide path defines at least one bending slot configured to allow the housing to deform in response to a predetermined amount of force being applied by the guide member upon the housing. A housing for a locking system is also provided.

Abstract: A locking system for fall protection and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. An example locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end that is configured to engage the guide member. The braking lever includes a shock absorber configured to deform during a fall instance. The locking system further includes a secondary braking feature configured independent from the braking lever. The secondary braking feature is an inertial structure configured to rotate into engagement with the guide member during the fall instance. A corresponding method of manufacturing is also provided.

Abstract: A locking system for fall protection and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. An example locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end that is configured to engage the guide member. The braking lever includes a shock absorber configured to deform during a fall instance. The locking system further includes a secondary braking feature configured independent from the braking lever. The secondary braking feature is an inertial structure configured to rotate into engagement with the guide member during the fall instance. A corresponding method of manufacturing is also provided.

Abstract: A self-retracting lifeline including a housing, a drum mounted for rotation in the housing, a lifeline wrapped around the drum and extending from the housing, and a rotary energy absorber unit including at least one mount adapted for selective rotation in the housing, and an energy absorber adapted to absorb energy in response to the mount rotating relative to the housing.

Abstract: A locking system for fall protection and a method of manufacturing the same are provided. An example locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end that is configured to engage the guide member. The braking lever includes a shock absorber configured to deform during a fall instance. The locking system further includes a secondary braking feature configured independent from the braking lever. The secondary braking feature is an inertial structure configured to rotate into engagement with the guide member during the fall instance. A corresponding method of manufacturing is also provided.

Abstract: A locking system is provided for fall protection. The locking system includes a housing. The housing defines a guide path through which the housing is slideably attached to a guide member. The locking system also includes a braking lever having a braking end. The braking lever is configured to rotate so as to allow the braking end to engage the guide member. The guide path defines at least one bending slot configured to allow the housing to deform in response to a predetermined amount of force being applied by the guide member upon the housing. A housing for a locking system is also provided.

Abstract: A line guidance device (40) is provided for use with a confined space entry/retrieval hoist and fall protection anchorage system (10) and includes a line guide (46) that guides a line from an extend/retract line device (22) past another extend/retract line device (20) with both devices (20, 22) mounted on a backside (24) of a mast (12) of the system (10).