The Working at Height Conference & Awards, co-organized by Access, Lift & Handlers magazine (ALH) and the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), brought together industry leaders to champion safe and effective practices in mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs).
This world-class event, held in Nashville, Tennessee, combined a thought-provoking conference, networking opportunities, and an awards dinner that celebrated cutting-edge innovations, people, and products driving safety and efficiency in the access industry.
Celebrating excellence and innovation
The awards spotlighted products, technologies, work processes, and programs that enhance safety and productivity at height. Open to all, the competition attracted the industry's brightest innovations. During the event, FASTN, the first universal and connected fall prevention system for MEWPs, was honored as the Best Safety Innovation (OEM/Supplier). This prestigious award recognizes Haulotte’s significant contributions to safe working practices within the access industry.
FASTN: redefining safety at height
FASTN represents a groundbreaking advancement in MEWP safety by tackling one of the leading causes of fatal accidents on AWP: operator falls. The FASTN system allows companies to increase MEWP operator safety by detecting secure lanyard attachment. It is the first connected and universal fall prevention system. Key features of FASTN include:
- Enhanced safety reminders: Audible and visual alerts if the operator is not securely attached, the system notifying the worksite.
- Valuable safety insights: Providing actionable data for construction companies to improve safety management.
- Universal compatibility: Easily installed on any MEWP in under 30 minutes.
Industry recognition and expert insight
Commenting on the significance of the award, Shawn Boone, newly nominated Zone Manager for the Americas, reacted: "The Working at Height Conference & Awards is more than just a celebration; it’s a platform to exchange ideas and drive the access industry towards safer and more innovative practices. FASTN’s recognition underlines its importance as a security solution that not only meets the rigorous requirements of the industry, but also delivers advanced functional innovation that is easy to implement."
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