Have a question? Hi-Rise FAQs provide answers to common frequently asked questions about height safety, specialised engineering, our RoofJockey™ system and engineered access solutions.
Height safety refers to the measures and practices implemented to protect individuals working at height. It includes a range of strategies, including personal protective equipment (PPE), fall protection systems and safety procedures designed to prevent accidents and injuries while working at height.
Height safety measures ensure that workers at height are safeguarded against falls, falling objects and other associated hazards.
Hi-Rise height safety solutions typically begin with a site audit and risk assessment, followed by design, installation, inspections and recertification. We integrate both height access systems (walkways, ladders, platforms) and fall protection systems (lifelines, anchors, rails) so that your contractors can work safely at height.
Yes. We work with architects, engineers and builders to adapt height safety, fall protection and facade access systems to site constraints such as parapets, facade materials, structural members, glazing, or heritage design.
Height access systems provide a solid construction from which your workers can safely access rooftops and other structures for repairs and maintenance, potentially without the need for any additional fall protection equipment.
We install ladders and ladder brackets, walkways, working platforms, handrails, guardrails, access ladders, cooling tower platforms and similar structures to allow safe access for maintenance tasks.
A combination of components that when used together will arrest a person in a fall from a working level. A PFAS typically consist of: an anchorage, full body harness, connectors and a deceleration device such as a lanyard or self retracting lifeline (SRL)..
A flexible line supported by two or more anchorages, to which workers can connect a lanyard or Self Retracting Lifeline (SRL) and travel safely along the line length. HLL’s can be designed for total restraint or fall arrest.
Use of fall protection components in a way that allows a worker to be supported in a harness under tension, so that a fall is prevented, e.g. the use of a pole strap or lanyard.
Work at height means work in any place where, if precautions are not taken, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury.
You are working at height if you:
WAHA is not-for-profit industry association dedicated to the ongoing development of the highest standards of equipment and competency of all persons involved in working at height and in confined spaces.
Hi-Rise is a committed and active member of the Working At Height Association (WAHA). We recognise the vital role the association plays in protecting workers’ safety and are proud to be a fully paid Silver Member. As a full member, we diligently operate according to the principles, terms, and conditions set forth by WAHA’s board in their Membership Code of Conduct.
Hi-Rise’s service lifecycle covers the full spectrum: consultancy, audit & risk assessment, design, installation, inspections & testing, management & reporting, recertification, and after-sales support (repairs, leasing). Clients can choose which stages they need.
A fall protection system is designed to prevent or reduce the risk or severity of a fall.
Our fall protection systems may include static lifeline systems (horizontal and vertical), rail systems for transitions, anchor points and custom-engineered systems tailored to your building. All installations are made with proprietary systems tested to performance standards.
They are passive or active systems that protect the worker after a fall from hitting the ground and/or obstructions below the work platform.
Passive systems require little or no personal involvement from the worker. Active systems require the worker to actively use the system in order for it to be effective.
A flexible line rigged from one or more anchors to which a worker can secure the components of their fall protection system in a vertical orientation. These systems provide freedom of movement whilst maintaining user protection from a fall from height.
Type 1 fall arrest devices include rope & rail grabs – A fall arrest device that travels along an anchorage line, and when loaded, locks to the line. The user is connected to the activating lever, which locks the device in the event of a fall. A typical use of a Type 1 device is as a ladder fall‑arrest system, using a rigid rail or flexible line attached to the ladder.
A deceleration device containing a drum‑wound line which may be extracted and retracted under slight tension when the user moves vertically away from and towards the device. In the event of a fall, the device will quickly lock the drum and prevent the lifeline from paying out, thus arresting the user’s fall and limiting the force to 6kN. When incorporating a retrieval winch, it becomes a type 3 fall arrest device.
Yes, under the standard you are obligated to ensure that the items (safety harnesses, horizontal lifelines and rails, fall-arrest devices, and associated lanyards, connectors, anchorages and fittings) are in good working order and ensure the health and safety of workers exposed to a risk of injury from a fall.
The Standard requires that height safety equipment be:
AS/NZS 1891.4 defines a Competent Person as: A person who has, through a combination of training, education and experience, acquired knowledge and skills enabling that person to correctly perform a specified task.
Competent Person Classifications:
Height Safety Operator – A person who is able to perform harness based work at heights under the direct supervision of a height safety supervisor.
Height Safety Equipment Inspector – A person who is competent in the skills needed to detect faults in height safety equipment and to determine remedial action.
Height Safety Manager – A person who is competent in the selection, design, manufacture or installation of height safety systems or equipment, or the development of control measures or work practices.
Yes. Hi-Rise offers annual inspections, certification, system audits, fault identification, load testing, repairs or replacement of components, and full compliance documentation to keep your height safety systems up to standard.
We follow Australian standards such as AS/NZS 1891, AS/NZS 5532, and AS 1657. Each system is tagged, certified, inspected and installed in line with regulator codes, manufacturer instructions and industry best practices.
Yes. We work with architects, engineers and builders to adapt height safety and fall protection systems to site constraints such as parapets, facade materials, structural members, glazing or heritage design.
Simply contact the Hi-Rise team. We’ll schedule a site inspection, assess risks and constraints and supply a tailored proposal for your project.
Hi-Rise provides end-to-end engineering solutions including consultation, design, fabrication, installation, inspections & testing, and site safety audits. We specialise in height safety, fall protection, facade access and suspended access systems.
Hi-Rise design engineers use 3D CAD modelling to visualise systems, verify load calculations, and integrate solutions such as swing staging, RoofJockey™, davits, walkways, ladders, platforms and handrails into the building’s structure.
Yes, we offer detailed, customised 3D models before commissioning and construction. These models help clients visualise the project and finalise designs, ensuring the best possible outcome.
Yes, we conduct comprehensive in-house testing to validate the performance of our height safety systems. Our testing procedures ensure that all systems meet or exceed industry standards and performance criteria.
This rigorous validation process helps us guarantee the reliability, safety, and effectiveness of our height safety solutions before they are deployed in the field.
After design approval, we fabricate the components (walkways, handrails, staircases, RoofJockey™, platforms, etc.) at our workshop in Melbourne. We use local materials and offer finishes like galvanising, powder-coating and anodising for protection and aesthetics.
Our engineering services are ideal for architects, builders, developers, facility managers and building owners who need custom height safety or access systems integrated into their projects.
Yes, we offer building consulting services. Our team provides expert advice and support on various aspects of building projects, including design, safety and compliance.
For more details on our consulting services, please visit our building consultancy page.
In the consultation phase, our engineers work with architects, builders and stakeholders to develop compliant, innovative solutions that align with architectural design and site constraints. Considerations include access frequency, personnel numbers, risk assessment, and compliance with codes and standards.
Yes. We inspect and test anchors, horizontal and vertical lifelines, davits, monorails and other height safety systems. All systems are labelled with test dates and clients receive an annual report documenting compliance.
A Site Safety Audit evaluates your existing building for height safety risks and compliance gaps. We assess current fall protection systems (if any) and recommend corrective engineered solutions to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.
Yes. Our installation teams are fully trained in working safely at heights and hold all relevant industry competencies. Every system is installed in line with our engineering specifications and in strict compliance with Australian Standards, ensuring reliability and safety on site.
Simply contact the Hi-Rise team. We’ll coordinate a site visit, assessment and offer a tailored solution for your project.
RoofJockey™ (often called a roof jockey system), designed and manufactured by Hi-Rise is a unique and portable engineered instrument that allows safe access and work methods where conventional height safety systems cannot be used or have not been installed, to carry out external maintenance and repair work on buildings and structures.
The RoofJockey™ serves as a fall protection anchor and a davit system that elevates the technicians abseil rope to prevent contact with the property, ensuring facades and parapets do not suffer any damage during descents, ascents and work activities.
RoofJockey™ is highly versatile and can be used on commercial, residential and industrial buildings, as well as silos, mills, steel decking, concrete roofs, glass parapets and high parapet structures. Specialist models from Hi-Rise are available to suit different environments, from confined spaces to tall towers.
Hi-Rise offers multiple models tailored to specific site needs, including RoofJockey™ Multi, Horizon, Edge, Mini, Tower and Ultra-light Needles. Each is engineered to provide safe rope access in unique environments, from wide parapets to narrow balconies.
Key benefits include significant cost savings compared to davit systems, easy installation and repositioning, a proven safety record, compliance with Australian Standards, and adaptability for multiple rope drops or materials lifting tasks. Developed by Hi-Rise, RoofJockey™ has been tested and trusted across a wide range of industries.
We’ve covered the features, benefits and applications of RoofJockey™ in detail on our blog.
RoofJockey™ is the official Hi-Rise product name and brand. The spaced term “Roof Jockey” is a common informal or incorrect spelling sometimes used online, including by imitation or non-certified alternatives. If it’s not branded RoofJockey™ and supplied by Hi-Rise, it isn’t the genuine system.
Yes. RoofJockey™ can support a range of facade access tasks as part of a compliant rope access setup. It provides a secure overhead anchorage point that helps technicians safely position themselves when working on building facades, especially where no permanent systems or davits are available. For more information on our permanent and mixed facade access solutions, visit our Facade Access page.
Unlike permanent height safety systems, RoofJockey™ is fully portable and does not require fixed anchors. Manufactured by Hi-Rise, it can be dismantled, transported and repositioned around a roof, offering significant cost savings and flexibility while still complying with Australian Standards.
Yes. Every RoofJockey™ is designed and tested to comply with AS/NZS ISO 22846.2:2020 Industrial Rope Access Devices – Selection, Use and Maintenance and is load-tested at the Hi-Rise factory before installation to AS/NZS 5532, which covers manufacturing requirements for single-point anchor devices used for harness-based work at height. Each unit is supplied with an independent engineering certificate and a setup manual covering usage and configuration. Hi-Rise also offers annual inspection, testing and re-certification services to keep your RoofJockey™ fully compliant and safe for ongoing use.
Most RoofJockey™ units can be dismantled into compact components for easy transport and storage. This makes it a practical solution for workers who need to move between sites, such as window cleaners, facade maintenance teams or rope access companies.
Yes. Hi-Rise offers RoofJockey™ hire on a weekly or longer-term basis. All hire equipment is fully maintained and safety-inspected. Pick-up and delivery are available from our Victorian or NSW branches.
For rates and availability, call Hi-Rise on 03 9357 0515.
A Hi-Rise RoofJockey™ is ideal in situations where permanent systems like anchors or davit arms are unsuitable. This includes buildings with parapets or balustrades that can’t support a rope load, publicly accessed rooftops or balconies where permanent fixtures may affect aesthetics or create trip hazards, or when large facade areas make permanent systems cost-prohibitive. RoofJockey™ is also the perfect choice when temporary or portable facade access is needed without modifying the building’s structure.
Yes. Every RoofJockey™ is designed and manufactured by Hi-Rise and can be fully customised to suit unique site conditions. Dimensions, outreach capacity, and backleg length can be tailored to match roof accessibility, substrate type, parapet clearance and space constraints. Units are available in natural, anodised or powder-coated finishes and can even be colour-matched to specification for seamless integration with the building.
At Hi-Rise, Engineered Solutions are fully customised height safety and access systems, designed, fabricated and installed to meet the unique challenges of each site. From bespoke roof safety systems to custom facade access solutions, our engineers create safe, compliant and practical outcomes for buildings across Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and nationwide.
All Hi-Rise engineered systems are designed and tested in compliance with AS/NZS 1657 (fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders), AS/NZS 1428 (access and mobility where relevant), AS/NZS 5532 (anchors), and AS/NZS 1891 (fall-arrest systems). We provide documentation and certification to ensure every solution meets strict Australian safety standards.
Yes. Hi-Rise engineered solutions are designed for both external facades and rooftops, as well as internal applications such as industrial plants, corridor bridges and loading zones. Our team ensures that every system is engineered for the environment it will operate in.
An example is our engineered rope guide rail system, custom-designed to allow safe rope access while protecting building facades.You can read more about this project on our blog.
Simply contact the Hi-Rise team to arrange a consultation. We’ll assess your site, recommend a tailored engineered access solution, and provide a clear scope and quotation.
Our capabilities include:
Custom-designed systems for height safety, fall protection, and suspended access
Precision-fabricated components for specialised applications
Bespoke consultancy to tailor solutions to your site needs
Our engineered access solutions cover a wide range of applications, including:
Anchor systems (concrete & steel, purlin mounts, folding eyes, bollards)
Davit systems (bases, arms, spigots, components)
Rope guide and support rails (flashing, parapet protection, balustrade rails)
Monorail systems (overhead, large span, floor-mounted)
Swing stage frames, modular stairs, access ladders, cooling tower platforms and pedestrian bridges
These systems are tailored to deliver safe building maintenance access solutions for commercial, residential and industrial sites.
Yes. Because we provide bespoke height safety engineering, Hi-Rise systems can be adapted to suit parapets, glazing, recessed facades, or unique structural members. Whether it’s a heritage facade in Sydney or a modern high-rise in Melbourne, our engineers ensure safety without compromising architectural design.
Off-the-shelf anchor points or davit systems may not fit every site. A custom engineered solution from Hi-Rise ensures the system integrates with your building’s architecture, overcomes structural constraints and provides safe, efficient access. This approach delivers better compliance, aesthetics and long-term cost savings for property owners and facility managers.
