HEIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT AUSTRALIA
WORK AT
HEIGHT.
WITHOUT THE RISK.
Australia's most comprehensive range of compliant height safety equipment. Engineered to protect every worker at every height, in every environment.
40+
YEARS IN AUSTRALIA
12+
PRODUCT CATEGORIES
AS/NZS
FULLY COMPLIANT RANGE
ALL
STATES & TERRITORY
✓ AS / NZS CERTIFIED
✓ AUSTRALIA-WIDE DELIVERY
✓ CERTIFIED TECHNICAL EXPERTS
✓ TRUSTED BY YOU
WHY HEIGHT SAFETY MATTERS
EVERY WORKER.
EVERY HEIGHT.
EVERY INDUSTRY.
Falls from height remain the leading cause of workplace fatalities in Australia. Safe Work Australia data consistently shows that inadequate or incorrectly used fall protection equipment is a primary contributing factor — not just the absence of it.
At Spanset Australia, we supply the country's most trusted range of height safety equipment — from high-frequency trades environments like construction and telecommunications, to specialist applications including confined space rescue, permanent rooftop lifeline systems and collective protection on infrastructure projects.
Every product in our height safety range is independently tested, AS/NZS compliant, and backed by our in-house team of technical specialists who can advise on correct product selection, system design, and your obligations under WHS legislation.
Whether you're outfitting a single worker or designing a site-wide fall protection programme, Spanset has the equipment, expertise and support to keep your people safe and your business compliant.
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COMPLIANCE-FIRST PRODUCT SELECTION
Every item in our range meets or exceeds applicable AS/NZS standards. Our technical team matches products to your specific WHS obligations.
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SYSTEM-LEVEL EXPERTISE
Height safety is never just one product. We design complete, compatible systems — harness, anchor, connector and lifeline — engineered to work together.
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ONGOING INSPECTION & TRAINING
Equipment is only as effective as the people using it. We provide hands-on training, scheduled inspections and full documentation for your safety records.
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NATIONAL COVERAGE, LOCAL KNOWLEDGE
With distribution and support across all Australian states and territories, we understand the unique demands of your local environment and industry.
PRODUCT RANGE
HEIGHT SAFETY
EQUIPMENT CATEGORIES
Browse our complete range of AS/NZS compliant height safety equipment. Click any category to explore full product lines, technical specifications and compatible accessories.
SAFETY HARNESSES
Full-body harnesses for fall arrest, restraint and work positioning. Construction, industrial, confined space and specialist configurations available.
SAFETY LANYARDS
Single and twin-leg lanyards with energy absorbers. Webbing, rope and wire options. Shock-absorbing designs to reduce arrest forces on the body.
POLE STRAPS
Positioning straps and pole climber belts for telecommunications, arborist and utility workers. Adjustable lengths with rated connectors and wear sleeves.
HEIGHT SAFETY KITS
Pre-packaged, ready-to-use kits combining compatible harness, lanyard and bag. Ideal for contractors and project-based use — everything you need in one purchase.
ANCHORS
Temporary and permanent anchor points for rooftop, structural steel, concrete and timber substrates. Rated, tested and compliant with AS/NZS 1891 anchor requirements.
SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINES
Cable and webbing SRLs for overhead and leading-edge applications. Fast-acting brake mechanisms reduce free-fall distance and arrest forces. Compact and lightweight designs.
PERMANENT LIFELINES
Engineered horizontal and vertical lifeline systems for rooftops, walkways and facades. Installed, certified and maintained to AS/NZS 1891.2. Full design and installation service available.
CONFINED SPACES
Entry and retrieval systems, tripods, winches and gas detection equipment. Complete solutions for safe confined space work compliant with AS 2865.
RESCUE & EVACUATION
Rescue descenders, evacuation devices, casualty straps and emergency lowers for suspended worker rescue. Compliant with AS/NZS working at heights rescue requirements.
HELMETS
Industrial safety helmets and climbing helmets for height work environments. Type 1 and Type 2 impact protection, chin strap configurations and accessory integration for lamps and visors.
COLLECTIVE PROTECTION
Temporary edge protection, safety netting, debris netting and guardrail systems. Protects all workers in a zone without individual PPE — preferred under the hierarchy of controls
HEIGHT SAFETY ACCESSORIES
Connectors, karabiners, scaffold hooks, tool lanyards, carry bags, equipment holders and replacement components. Compatible accessories to complete any height safety system.
STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE
COMPLIANT WITH AUSTRALIAN HEIGHT SAFETY STANDARDS
All SpanSet height safety products are manufactured and tested to the applicable Australian and New Zealand standards. Our technical team stays current with changes to WHS legislation so your equipment selection is always compliant.
AS/NZS 1891.1
Industrial Fall-Arrest Systems & Devices —
Harnesses & Ancillary Equipment
Covers full-body harnesses, chest harnesses, belts, and their components for use in industrial fall-arrest systems.
AS/NZS 1891.2
Horizontal Lifeline & Rail Systems
Design, manufacture and testing requirements for horizontal lifeline systems, including anchorages, tensioning and energy absorption.
AS/NZS 1891.3
Fall-Arrest Devices
Self-retracting devices, rope grabs, and energy-absorbing lanyards used within fall-arrest systems.
AS/NZS 1891.4
Selection, Use and Maintenance
Guidance on how to correctly select, fit, inspect and maintain all components of an industrial fall-arrest system.
AS 2865
Confined Spaces
Requirements for safe working in confined spaces including entry procedures, atmospheric testing, and rescue provisions.
AS/NZS 1801
Occupational Protective Helmets
Performance and testing requirements for industrial safety helmets used in height work environments.
NOT SURE WHAT STANDARD APPLIES TO YOUR WORKSITE?
Australian WHS regulations vary by state and territory, and the applicable standards depend on your industry, task type, working height and the number of workers exposed. Getting this wrong creates real legal risk for your business.
Our technical specialists provide free, obligation-free compliance guidance to help you select the right equipment and document your fall protection procedures correctly.
- Free product selection advice from certified specialists
- WHS legislation guidance for your state and industry
- System design and anchor point load calculations
- Inspection scheduling and documentation templates
- Post-incident equipment review and reporting
INDUSTRIES SERVED
HEIGHT SAFETY SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY AUSTRALIAN INDUSTRY
From construction sites and telecoms towers to offshore platforms and aged care facilities — we supply and support Australian workers across every sector where height creates risk.
CONSTRUCTION & CIVIL
Rooftop edge protection, leading-edge SRLs, scaffold hooks and full-body harnesses for builders, concreters and civil contractors working on structures of all heights.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Tower climbing harnesses, pole straps, positioning lanyards and tool lanyards designed for the unique demands of telecoms technicians working on masts, towers and rooftops.
UTILITIES & ENERGY
High-voltage rated equipment, non-conductive lanyards and harnesses for electrical workers on powerlines, substations and energy generation facilities.
MINING & RESOURCES
Robust fall protection for mine sites, processing plants and offshore platforms — engineered to withstand extreme Australian conditions and remote site environments.
ARBORICULTURE & FORESTRY
Certified tree-climbing harnesses, pole straps, friction hitches and arborist-specific positioning equipment compliant with AS 4373.
FACILITIES & PROPERTY
Permanent rooftop lifeline systems, maintenance access anchors and safety audits for building managers, facilities teams and commercial property owners.
WHY SPANSET AUSTRALIA
THE HEIGHT SAFETY PARTNER AUSTRALIAN BUSINESSES TRUST
OVER 40 YEARS IN AUSTRALIA
Spanset has been protecting Australian workers since the 1970s. Our deep local experience across industries and environments is unmatched by newer market entrants.
ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAMMES
Nationally recognised training for working at heights, confined space entry, harness fitting and rescue. Delivered on-site or at our training facilities.
EQUIPMENT INSPECTION & RECERTIFICATION
Scheduled 6-monthly inspections, post-incident reviews and end-of-life assessments — all documented with reports your WHS records demand.
AUSTRALIA-WIDE DISTRUBUTION
Stock held in major cities and regional centres. Same-day dispatch on in-stock items, with next-day delivery to metro areas and expedited freight for urgent site requirements.
DEDICATED TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Talk directly to a height safety specialist — not a call centre. Our team answers product selection, compliance and installation questions with real expertise, not scripts.
COMPLETE SYSTEM DESIGN
We don't just sell products — we design complete fall protection systems. From anchor load calculations to system drawings, we give you a compliant, documented solution.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HEIGHT SAFETY QUESTIONS, ANSWERED BY EXPERTS
WHAT IS THE LEGAL REQUIREMENT FOR FALL PROTECTION IN AUSTRALIA?
Under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations, a duty to manage fall risks applies at heights of 2 metres or more in most workplaces. You must work through the hierarchy of controls — eliminate, substitute, engineer, administer — before relying on PPE. All fall arrest PPE must comply with relevant AS/NZS standards and be properly selected, maintained and inspected.
HOW OFTEN MUST HEIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT BE INSPECTED?
All height safety equipment must be visually inspected by the user before each use, and formally inspected by a competent person at minimum every 6 months. Any equipment that has arrested a fall must be immediately removed from service and assessed before reuse. Harsh environments (chemical exposure, UV, abrasion) may require more frequent inspections. All inspections must be documented.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN FALL RESTRAINT AND FALL ARREST?
A fall restraint system prevents a worker from reaching a fall hazard — the lanyard is short enough that the edge can't be reached. A fall arrest system allows movement but stops a fall once it occurs, using energy-absorbing components to limit the forces on the body. Both require a rated harness, anchor point and compatible connectors, but the system design, clearance requirements and rescue provisions differ significantly.
CAN I REUSE A HARNESS AFTER IT HAS ARRESTED A FALL?
No. Any harness, lanyard, SRL or connector involved in arresting a fall must be immediately removed from service, clearly tagged as out-of-service and inspected by a competent person before any potential reuse. In most cases, energy-absorbing components and the harness itself will be condemned following a fall arrest event, as internal damage may not be visible to the eye.
WHAT MAKES A SUITABLE ANCHOR POINT FOR HEIGHT SAFETY?
An anchor point used in a fall arrest system must be capable of withstanding a minimum dynamic load of 15 kN per connected person under Australian standards, or as calculated by a structural engineer for the specific substrate. Anchor points must be positioned above the worker's dorsal D-ring where possible, and must be inspected regularly. Spanset supplies temporary and permanent anchors and can assess or design anchor systems for your structure.
HOW DO I CHOOSE BETWEEN A LANYARD AND SELF-RETRACTING LIFELINE?
The right choice depends on your working environment and task. Lanyards are simple, economical and reliable for work near fixed anchor points with sufficient clearance below. SRLs are better suited to applications where freedom of movement is needed, clearance below the anchor is limited, or leading-edge exposure exists. SRLs reduce free-fall distance dramatically but cost more and require regular servicing. Our team can recommend the right solution for your task.
READY TO BUILD YOUR HEIGHT SAFETY PROGRAMME?
Whether you need a single harness or a site-wide fall protection solution, our team is ready to help. Get a fast quote, request a product recommendation, or book a free safety consultation with one of our certified specialists.