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Inspection and Recertification
of Height Safety Systems
Scheduled inspections, load testing, and documentation to ensure anchors, lifelines, access systems, and edge protection remain compliant with SANS requirements over time.
About Our Roof Anchors
At EMFab, safety is engineered into every roof anchor we supply.
Our anchors are designed to meet SANS standards for fall protection, ensuring reliable connection points for fall arrest and restraint systems.
We serve construction, roofing, solar, and industrial clients across South Africa, delivering solutions for flat, pitched, and composite roofs.
Our goal is simple: protect your team, ensure compliance, and reduce downtime with turnkey solutions from design to certification.
Why Ongoing Inspection Is Critical
Height safety systems are not “fit and forget”. Environmental exposure, regular use, structural movement, and unauthorised modifications all affect system performance.
Inspection and maintenance are required to:
- Maintain legal compliance
- Identify wear, corrosion, or damage
- Confirm load performance remains within limits
- Ensure documentation is current for audits and safety files
This page focuses on post-installation compliance, not installation or design.
Systems Covered Under Inspection
Inspection and testing services apply to:
- Roof anchor points
- Horizontal and vertical lifelines
- Fixed access ladders and platforms
- Guardrails and walkways
- Integrated fall protection systems
Both EMFab-installed systems and existing or legacy systems can be included following assessment.
Inspection and Testing Services
Each inspection visit is structured and documented.
Services include:
- Visual and structural inspection of all components
- Load and pull testing where required
- Verification of fixings, tension, and alignment
- Identification of non-compliant or damaged elements
- Recommendations for repair or replacement
Testing is performed in line with applicable SANS standards.
Certification and Documentation
Compliance depends on traceable records.
Following inspection, clients receive:
- Updated inspection certificates
- Test results and verification records
- Asset identification and system status
- Documentation suitable for audits and safety files
Records are issued clearly and consistently for
ease of reference.
Maintenance Planning and Tracking
Managing multiple sites or systems without a plan leads to missed deadlines.
Maintenance plans include:
- Annual inspection scheduling
- Recertification tracking
- Inspection reminders
- Centralised records per site or asset
This reduces administrative burden and compliance risk.
Common Issues Identified During Inspections
Routine inspections often uncover:
- Corrosion or material degradation
- Missing or outdated certificates
- Unauthorised modifications
- Incorrect use or loading
- Systems no longer suitable for current work practices
Early identification prevents escalation into safety incidents or audit failures.
Corrective Actions and Support
Where issues are identified, EMFab can:
- Repair or replace components
- Upgrade systems to current requirements
- Integrate additional protection where needed
- Update documentation following corrective work
This ensures systems return to compliant status efficiently.
National Inspection Coverage
Inspection and maintenance services are available across South Africa, including:
- Johannesburg and Gauteng
- Cape Town and Western Cape
- Durban and KwaZulu-Natal
- Remote or multi-site locations
Inspection schedules can be aligned across regions for consistency.
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People Sometimes ask...
How often must height safety systems be inspected?
At least annually, and after any impact, modification, or severe weather event
Are inspections mandatory?
Yes. SANS standards require ongoing verification to maintain compliance.
Can you inspect systems not installed by EMFab?
Yes, subject to assessment and access to system information.
What happens if a system fails inspection?
The system is flagged as non-compliant and corrective actions are recommended.
If your height safety systems are already installed, inspection and maintenance are what keep them legally compliant and safe to use.
Book an inspection or set up a maintenance plan to ensure your systems remain certified, documented, and audit-ready year after year.
Free site assessments limited each month | Dont delay, contact us today | Certified SANS & ISO systems