Description
- Complete kit with brackets, cable, and guide.
- 30 ft galvanized steel vertical lifeline system.
- Meets ANSI Z359.16 and OSHA standards.



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DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf Cable Vertical Safety System 30 FT Galvanized Steel
This complete system includes all brackets, pre-swaged cable, and cable guides, all in a single SKU. This system is a 2-user, galvanized steel vertical safety system (vertical lifeline) that meets the new ANSI Z359.16 standard, along with OSHA 1910.140 and 1926.502, when used with the Lad-Saf X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve (6160054) and Lad-Saf X2 Detachable Cable Sleeve (6160030). It includes the top and bottom brackets, 30’ of swaged 3/8 inch 1x7 galvanized steel cable, and 1 guide. The system has been reengineered to simplify and speed up the installation process, weighing less and with fewer loose parts than our previous models. Additionally, the top bracket provides 100% tie-off capability through its integrated fall arrest-rated anchor point rated to 3,600 lbs. This version is ideal for billboards and ladders, with mounting brackets that can be used on a variety of fixed ladder styles that may consist of different rung spacings and shapes. See our Technical Data Sheet (“TDS”) for more information, including operating temperature ranges, compatible rung spacings and shapes, weights and dimensions, etc.
Meets or Exceeds ANSI Z359.16, OSHA 1910.29, OSHA 1926.1053, RR-W-410
Features and Specs:
3M™ DBI-SALA® Lad-Saf™ X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve/Traveler attaches the user to the lifeline and follows as they ascend or descend - it features a dual independent locking system that allows constant attachment to a harness while simultaneously gliding along the lifeline. 3M™ DBI-SALA® Lad-Saf™ X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve/Traveler is compatible with a wide range of applications to meet the job requirements.
3M™ DBI-SALA® Lad-Saf™ X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve/Traveler attaches anywhere on a vertical lifeline to help keep workers secured during a climb. It features a zinc-plated steel carabiner and two-independent locking systems to help ensure optimal security in the event of a fall. 3M™ DBI-SALA® Lad-Saf™ X3 Detachable Cable Sleeve/Traveler is manufactured from stainless steel which helps to resist corrosion in harsh conditions. Designed for use on 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) vertical lifeline cables.
Meets or Exceeds ANSI A14.3-1992, ANSI Z359.16
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Yes. The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf is a permanent vertical safety system (vertical lifeline) built for climbing protection on fixed ladders and similar structures. It ships as a complete 30 ft kit in a single SKU — top and bottom brackets, 30 ft of pre-swaged 3/8 in galvanized steel cable, and one cable guide. Its mounting brackets adapt to a variety of fixed-ladder rung spacings and shapes, and it supports up to 2 users at once. It meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.16, OSHA 1910.29, OSHA 1926.1053, and RR-W-410, making it a compliant choice for ladder-climbing fall protection.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf Cable Vertical Safety System meets or exceeds ANSI Z359.16, OSHA 1910.29, OSHA 1926.1053, and RR-W-410. When used together with a Lad-Saf X3 (6160054) or Lad-Saf X2 (6160030) detachable cable sleeve, the system is also designed to meet ANSI Z359.16 along with OSHA 1910.140 and OSHA 1926.502, helping keep fixed-ladder climbing in compliance with current fall protection standards.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 kit is a complete vertical safety system sold in a single SKU. It includes the top and bottom mounting brackets, 30 ft (9.14 m) of pre-swaged 3/8 in (9.525 mm) 1x7 galvanized steel cable, and one cable guide. The detachable cable sleeve/traveler is not included and is ordered separately — the compatible options are the Lad-Saf X3 (6160054) and Lad-Saf X2 (6160030).
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf is a 2-user vertical safety system — up to two workers can be attached to the lifeline at the same time. It has a rated weight capacity of 310 lb per user, for a total system capacity of 620 lbs (281 kg). Each user requires their own compatible Lad-Saf detachable cable sleeve (6160054 or 6160030), sold separately.
Yes. The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 provides the lifeline (brackets, cable, and guide), but each climber must connect through a detachable cable sleeve/traveler, which is sold separately. The compatible sleeves are the 3M DBI-SALA Lad-Saf X3 (6160054) and Lad-Saf X2 (6160030). These sleeves attach the user to the 3/8 in (9.5 mm) lifeline and glide along it while ascending or descending, using a dual independent locking system for constant, secure attachment.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf provides 100% tie-off capability through an integrated, fall arrest-rated anchor point built into the top bracket, rated to 3,600 lbs. This lets a worker stay continuously connected — including during transitions at the top of the climb — without an exposure gap in fall protection.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 uses 30 ft (9.14 m) of 3/8 in (9.525 mm) galvanized steel cable with a 1x7 strand construction, pre-swaged and ready to install. The galvanized steel is rugged and corrosion resistant for long-term outdoor and industrial exposure, and the system's silver/galvanized finish is designed for permanent installation.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 was reengineered to simplify and speed up installation. It ships as a single SKU (brackets, pre-swaged cable, and guides together), weighs less than previous systems, and has fewer than 13 separate components — up to 72% fewer loose parts than the previous comparable model. Fewer parts and a lighter build mean faster assembly and less to keep track of during installation and maintenance, while the mounting brackets still fit a variety of fixed-ladder rung spacings and shapes.
The 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 Lad-Saf is designed for climbing protection on fixed ladders and similar vertical structures across General Industrial, Telecommunications, and Wind Energy settings. Recommended applications include billboard maintenance, water tower ladder climbing, grain bin and grain silo access, oil derrick climbing, and wind turbine climbing and maintenance. It is for industrial/occupational use only — not for consumer sale or use.
For fixed-ladder climbing, yes. Unlike piecing together separate parts, the 3M DBI-SALA 6118030 arrives as one complete, pre-swaged 30 ft kit engineered to meet ANSI Z359.16 and OSHA standards, with a top-bracket anchor rated to 3,600 lbs for 100% tie-off. It supports 2 users, adapts to different ladder styles, and has up to 72% fewer loose parts than the older model — so it installs faster and stays compliant. It's an industrial-grade permanent system, and it ships with free shipping.