Wind Power

GLOBAL SAFETY AT HEIGHT SOLUTIONS

Wind Power
SAFETY CHALLENGES
IN THE

INDUSTRY
The rapidly-growing Wind Power Industry presents a variety of
safety challenges for those working at heights. Whether in
turbine construction, maintenance or rescue/evacuation,
providing safety at height solutions that enhance worker safety,
comfort, trust and increase productivity has been our expertise
for over 60 years.

Sperian® Fall Protection takes particular pride in bringing to

market innovative solutions that increase user acceptance and
lower overall cost. The Miller ® brand offers engineered safety
at height and rescue solutions, professional training services
and the most extensive selection of fall protection equipment of
any manufacturer worldwide.

With production facilities and sales offices on all major

continents, the Miller brand continues to build strength as a
global force by setting the standard in user-focused safety at
height solutions.

Wind Turbine Construction,

Maintenance and Rescue/Evacuation
FALL ARREST CONSIDERATIONS:
• Proper training and rescue plan development before a crisis occurs
• Reduce worker fatigue with lightweight and comfortable fall
protection equipment
• Quick-operating descent devices along with self-rescue equipment
• Installation of vertical fall arrest ladder systems
• Proper fall protection when working from a ladder or service lift
• Variety of anchor points/connectors for safe access
• Vertical rope lifelines and rope grabs for special applications
• Fall protection equipment must be inspected, used, stored and
maintained for proper performance – a life may depend on it
 Safety at Height Products and Services
NUMBER ONE
IN THE WORLD
Comprehensive Line of
Products and Services
• Personal Protection Equipment
– Full-Body Harnesses
– Lanyards & Self-Retracting Lifelines
– Anchorage Connectors
• Confined Space & Rescue/Evacuation
Equipment
• Engineered Solutions
• Height Access & Rescue Systems
• Professional Training
– Fall Prevention & Protection Training
– Technical/Height Access &
Rescue Training
– Multilingual Training Available
PRODUCT SAFETY
COMPLIANCE
• All Miller products are designed
and tested by full-time qualified
engineers and technicians.
• Our in-house testing facility
complements independent
third-party testing.
BEST PRACTICES
Safety at Height Solutions that meet
all applicable OSHA, ANSI, CSA, EN,
AUS/NZ, CA, TRAM, GB and GHOST
standards and regulations.
GLOBAL QUALITY
MANUFACTURING NETWORK
• Buenos Aires, Argentina ISO 9001:2000
• Franklin, PA – United States ISO 9001:2000
• Hof, Germany ISO 9001:2000
• Jundiaí, Brazil
• Partizánske, Slovakia ISO 9001:2000
• Shanghai, Republic of China
• Tìjuana, Mexico ISO 9001:2000
• Victoria, Australia ISO 9001:2000
• Vierzon, France ISO 9001:2000
Proving international recognition of our overall
design and manufacturing processes.
Engineered Safety at Height
& Rescue Solutions
Dedicated to the design and installation of
custom-engineered safety systems.
Miller Engineered Solutions offer custom designs
and services that address unique structures and
extreme conditions to ensure worker safety at
height in any situation.

ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS INCLUDE:

• Innovative anchorage and ladder systems
• Compliance with regional and local codes and
regulations
Our qualified, licensed and experienced
personnel complete all work from design and
engineering to final field commissioning, in compliance with
federal and local codes and regulations. All engineered
solutions are in accordance with our clients’ work environment,
procedures and budget. The added benefits expected include a
significant reduction in risk, maintaining or lowering insurance
premiums, controlling worker compensation claims, regulatory
compliance and ultimately, safeguarding worker safety.

Professional Training
Services
Providing the awareness training essential
for maintaining a safe work environment
in the Wind Power Industry.
Experienced instructors provide multilingual
training, live demonstrations and hands-on
training while addressing site-specific variables
and performance requirements of fall prevention
and protection. Sperian Protection hosts the
largest Innovation Technology and Training Center
in North America.

CUSTOM COURSES AVAILABLE:

• Occasional Climber*
• Wind Technician Climber*
• Blade Repair Technician*
• Safety at Height Training
• Competent Tower Climbing
• Rescue/Evacuation
• Climbing & Rope Access
• First Aid
• Hazardous Materials
• Hazardous Communications
• Competent Person
• Confined Space
• OSHA 10 hrs. and 30 hrs.

*On-shore and off-shore training available

Striving to be the global reference leader in personal
protective equipment (PPE), Sperian Protection designs,
manufactures and markets high-quality, value-added products
and services to those workers exposed to safety risks on the
job site. Products are tailored to meet requirements for all
types of jobs and work environments, combining advanced
design technology and ergonomic factors.
Sperian was formed as a result of a merger between two
leading safety companies (Bacou and Dalloz) and inspired
by a strong entrepreneurial culture, became the world
leading personal protection equipment provider. Our
expertise lies in our knowledge of our users’ business, the
risks their workers face and ways to prevent injuries. This
expertise is supported by our efficient and reactive supply
chain to optimize distribution management.

Quality products and services are marketed under strong brands – the symbols of our reputation in the safety market.
Sperian Personal Protection • Miller® Safety at Height Solutions • Howard Leight® Hearing • Uvex® Eyewear

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Vierzon, France Jundiaí, Brazil Victoria, Australia
Tel: +33(0)2 48 52 40 40 Tel: +55 11 3309 1000 Tel: +61 3 9565 3500
Fax: +33(0)2 48 71 04 97 Fax: +55 11 3309 1005 Fax: +61 3 9551 4400

GERMANY ARGENTINA CHINA

Hof, Germany Buenos Aires, Argentina Shanghai, R.O.C.
Tel: +49 92 81 83 02 38 Tel: +54 11 4918 3000 Tel: +86 21 6445 0606
Fax: +49 92 81 83 02 44 Fax: +54 11 4918 3000 int. 115 Fax: +86 21 6472 5881

UNITED STATES
Franklin, PA
Tel: 800/873-5242
Fax: 800/892-4078

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