Portable fall protection system

Abstract

Portable fall arresting anchor assembly comprising: a first clamping base; a first stanchion, wherein the stanchion is connected to the clamping base; a first pivotable stabilizing arm, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm is connected to the clamping base; and a first gusset connecting the first stanchion to the first clamping base to support the stanchion in an upright position. Also included is a method of deploying a portable fall arresting anchor assembly.

Description

PA102315W002PORTABLE FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMBackground

[0001] Various occupational activities might present a risk to a worker from falls from height. This includes occupations and jobs such as construction, installation, inspection and maintenance of equipment on buildings or towers. In such situations, the implementation of fall protection systems become necessary to help protect operators from the hazards related to falls, which assist in minimizing the risk of bodily injury and harm. While permanent fall protection systems are the preferred control, there is in some situations a need for portable fall arresting systems to enable safe working on structures and towers in various locations. These portable fall protection systems need to provide the safe means of undertaking a task at height while meeting the operational requirements for portability, ease of installation, ability to be used in the confines of certain work areas, and ease of use.Summary

[0002] The present invention is directed to a portable fall protection system that satisfies the need for easy deployment in a restricted space. This portable fall protection system comprises a clamping base, a stanchion supported by gussets, and at least one pivotable stabilizing arm. These components of the portable fall protection systems can be easily disassembled for transportation and assembled on site for deployment. Examples of use of this portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly system include servicing or installation of high voltage equipment, transformers or wind turbines. Industries that would also benefit from this invention include oil and gas, power and communication applications.Brief Description of the Drawings

[0003] Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of a portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of the present invention;

[0004] Figure 2 illustrates a side view of a pair of portable fall arresting anchor arm assemblies illustrated in Figure 1 mounted on a mounting surface, connected by a horizontal safety line;

[0005] Figure 3 illustrates a side view of a portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of Figure 1 attached to the lid of a structure;

[0006] Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of Figure 4;

[0007] Figure 5 illustrates a perspective view of a portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly with the deployment of one embodiment of pivotable stabilizing arms;

[0008] Figure 6 illustrates a perspective view of one embodiment of a pivotable stabilizing arm connection assembly;

[0009] Figure 7A illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of the present invention including a Y-shaped stabilizing arm;

[0010] Figure 7B illustrates a perspective view of a yet another embodiment of the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of the present invention including one stabilizing arm;

[0011] Figure 7C illustrates a perspective view of another embodiment of the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly of the present invention including a stabilizing arm connected to a pivotable stanchion;

[0012] Figure 8 illustrates an expanded cross sectional view of a pivotable stabilizing arm attachment convenient for use with certain embodiment of the arm assembly ;

[0013] Figure 9 illustrates a side view of one embodiment of the clamping base of the present invention suitable for use in the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly;

[0014] Figure 10 illustrates a perspective view of a clamping base of Figure 9;

[0015] Figure 11 illustrates a side view of the stanchion illustrated in Figures 3-5 and 7A-7B;

[0016] Figure 12 illustrates a perspective view of the stanchion illustrated in Figure 11; and

[0017] Figure 13 illustrates a perspective view of a removable stanchion.Glossary

[0018] The following descriptions are substantially merely exemplary, and are not intended to limit the present invention, the application, and the use. In all of the accompanying drawings, similar reference numerals represent the same or similar parts and features. The accompanying drawings illustratively show the idea and principles of the embodiments of the present invention, but do not necessarily show specific size of each embodiment of the present invention and the scale thereof. In some parts of specific accompanying drawings, related details, or structures of the embodiments of the present invention may be illustrated in an exaggerated manner.Detailed Description

[0019] The present invention provides a portable fall protection system that satisfies the need for easy deployment in a restricted space. One embodiment of the portable fall protection system includes an assembly 100. As shown in Figure 1, 3 and 4, the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 comprises a clamping base 102, a stanchion 104 supported by gussets 112, and includes at least one pivotable stabilizing arm 106. Optional carrying handles 110 can also be attached to the clamping base 102 for easy portability and transportation. The fall arresting anchor arm assemblies 100 are connected to a horizontal lifeline system 108 through an anchor line attachment point 109. In some embodiments, the portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly can be used in conjunction with horizontal lifeline systems such as those commercially available as Sala™ EzLine and Protecta™ ProLine products supplied by 3M Company (St Paul, MN). Examples of anchor line attachment point 109 include commercially available carabiners, D-rings or O-rings. In certain embodiments, it is preferred that the portable fall arresting arm assembly 100 be able to withstand a least 5000 pounds of force exerted by the safely line 200 in theevent of a fall experience by the user 210. The parts of the portable fall arresting anchor assembly 100 can be made from a variety of different materials such as aluminum, high grade aluminum, steel or carbon fiber. The components are preferably fabricated out of aluminum to maintain sufficient structural integrity, while keeping the assembly 100 light weight and portable.

[0020] Figure 2 shows one embodiment of the portable fall protection system of the present invention in use. Figure 2 is a side view of a pair of fall arresting anchor arm assemblies 100 used to support a temporary horizontal safety line 200 to provide a fall protection anchor system. In this deployment, a pair of fall arresting anchor arm assemblies 100 are deployed on opposite ends of amounting surface 212. In certain applications, the mounting surface 212 can refer to the tops of electrical transformers, which is one example of a restricted space location. Once secured on opposite ends of the mounting surface 212, the anchor connectors of the lifeline system 108 are connected to the opposing anchor arm anchor points 109 and tensioned between a pair of fall arresting anchor arm assemblies 100 to create a raised horizontal safety line 200. The user 210 of the fall arresting system 100 dons a harness 208 with a connection point 204, which is subsequently connected to a lanyard 206 and hooked to the safety line 200 via a connector 202. In certain embodiments, the connection point 204 can be either a D-ring, O-ring or carabiner. Once the user 210 is connected to the fall protection system, any fall will lead to the user’s lanyard 206 drawing taut or locking if used with a retraction type fall arrest device, causing the lifeline systems 108 to act in tension. The deployment of the anchor arm assemblies 100 on opposite ends of the work area ensures that the user 210 can safely perform his operations while being protected against a fall.

[0021] Figure 3 illustrates a side view of a portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 attached to the lid of a structure. The portable fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 comprises a clamping base 102, a stanchion 104 supported by gussets 112, and includes at least one pivotable stabilizing arm 106. Carrying handles 110 can also be attached to the clamping base 102 for easy portability and transportation. The fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 is connected to a horizontal lifeline system 108 through an anchor line attachment point 109. In some embodiments, the clamping base 102 is secured to a mounting surface 212. The pivotable stabilizing arm 106 includes a pivot stabilizing arm 306 that is secured to the clamping base 102 with the pivot bolt 602. (See Figure 6) The other end of the pivoting stabilizing arm 106 is secured to the mounting surface 212 by a magnet 308 connected to an adjusting bolt 302. The clamping bolt 302 is height adjustable by a hex bolt head. When positioning the pivot stabilizing arm 602 ,the magnet 308 is retracted into the cylinder 309 (shown in Figure 5) which is lowered into position with handle 304. When in magnet 308 is in the correct position, the cylinder 309 is retracted using handle 304 bringing the magnet into contact with the metallic mounting surface 212.

[0022] Figure 4 shows an embodiment of the invention where two pivotable stabilizing arms 106 are connected to the clamping base 102 and are pivoted outwards from the clamping base 102 in a deployed state. The pivotable stabilizing arm 106 is deployed forward of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 to increase the base of support of the structure. This provides increased stability of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 when in use with the horizontal safety line preventing the stanchion 104from collapsing when load from the fall of the user 210 creates tension on the safety line 200. An additional benefit of the pivotable stabilizing arms 106 is that it allows for a variety of configurations of the fall arresting anchor assembly 100 to suit any space constraints in the work area. The ability to pivot in a range of angles means that the pivotable stabilizing arms 106 can rotate any angle within the limits set by the manufacturer, to take account of any obstacle or lack of space where the user 210 must perform his or her job function. In certain embodiments, the pivot stabilizing arms 106 are at least, at least 0.5 m in length,

[0023] Figure 5 shows an embodiment where the pivotable stabilizing arms 106 can be pivoted from their storage position 306A to its deployed position 306B. A variety of positions are easily maintained with the pivotable stabilizing arms 106. In addition, the height adjustable foot 500 allows a user to raise and lower the assembly. The magnet 302 secures the assembly to a surface.

[0024] Figure 6 shows an embodiment of how the pivotable stabilizing arms 106 are attached to the clamping base 102 through a pivotable stabilizing arm connection assembly 600. In this embodiment, a bolt 602 is inserted through the top of the pivotable stabilizing arm welded brush 604. The bolt 602 is then threaded through a washer 606 and secured into the threaded hole 608 or tapped hole of the clamping base 102.

[0025] Figure 7A shows an embodiment of the portable fall protection system of the present invention where there is only a single stabilizing arm assembly 700. This stabilizing arm assembly 700 is connected to the clamping base 102 by both a first connecting assembly 706 and a second connecting assembly 708. Two sides of the Y-shaped pivot arm 702 extend from a first connecting assembly 706 and a second connecting assembly 708 respectively, and converge at a convergence point 704, forming a single stabilizing arm assembly 700. This stabilizing arm assembly 700 further extends outward away from the clamping base 102, terminating in an end of the single stabilizing arm 710, which houses the height adjustable foot 500. The Y-shaped single stabilizing arm assembly 700 continues to serve the function of enlarging the base of support of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100, creating an anchor stanchion 712 to prevent the collapse of the stanchion 104 when the safety line 200 undergoes tension during a fall.

[0026] Figure 7B shows another embodiment of the portable fall protection system of the present invention where there is only a single stabilizing arm 714. In this embodiment, the single stabilizing arm 714 is connected to the clamping base 102 at one connection point 302. The connection of the stabilizing arm 714 to the clamping base 102 can be through bolts or welds. The single stabilizing arm 714 extends generally perpendicularly outward from the clamping base 102, terminating at an end 718 containing a magnet 308. The single stabilizing arm extends the base of support, enabling the stanchion 104 to withstand load under tension during a fall.

[0027] Figure 7C shows yet another embodiment of the portable fall protection system of the present invention where there is a single stabilizing arm 720 connected with a stanchion 722, where the stabilizing arm 720 is pivotable about the clamping base 102. The single stabilizing arm 720 is connected to the stanchion 722 through welding or other fastening means at a hinge point 724. In certain embodiments, this hinge point 724 may also be detachable from the clamping base 102 through the insertion or removalof a hinge pin 726. When connected with the clamping base 102, the whole piece comprising of the single stabilizing arm 720 and the stanchion 722 can be rotated along the horizontal axis of the clamping base 102. In some embodiments, the stanchion 722 can rotate a full 180 degrees from a downward vertical configuration to an upright position, ready for deployment of the horizontal lifeline system 108. When the stanchion 722 is fully rotated into its operative position, the single stabilizing arm 720 will be in position, ensuring that the hex bolt head on the inner threaded rod 802 and the magnet 308 are in contact with the mounting surface 212 (not shown). In certain embodiments, gussets 112 are also welded or attached to the stanchion 722 and clamping base 102 to ensure that the stanchion 722 can withstand sufficient load upon a fall. The purpose of connecting the single stabilizing arm 720 and the stanchion 722 through a hinge point 724 is to enable the fall arresting arm assembly 100 to be assembled quickly on site. Connecting both the single stabilizing arm 720 and stanchion 722 to the clamping base 102 enables a quick setup procedure, necessitating only securing the clamping base 102 to the mounting surface 212, rotating the single stabilizing arm 720 and the attached stanchion 722, and securing the single stabilizing arm 720 to the mounting surface 212 through the magnet 308.

[0028] Figure 8 shows an expanded cross-sectional view of the foot end of the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 800. The foot end of the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 800 refers to the opposite end of the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 106 that is connected to the clamping base 102. In some embodiments, the foot end of the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 800 can also be the end of the embodiments of the single stabilizing arms 700, 714 illustrated in Figure 7A and 7B, respectively. At the foot end of the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 106, an adjustment tube threaded internally and externally is inserted into a threaded bushing welded into the pivot stabilizing arm. The top of the adjustment tube has a short handle 304 and attached to the bottom is a short cylinder dimensioned to allow the inner bolt magnet 308 to be fully retracted within the cylinder 309. A small diameter adjusting bolt 302 approximately % inch long runs coaxially the length of the adjustment tube 800. The top of the adjusting bolt 302 has a nut at the top to allow adjustment and a strong permanent cylindrical magnet at the bottom attachment end. This assembly allow the height of the pivot stabilizing arm to be adjusted through the outer threaded tube and the magnet to be fully retracted into the cylinder 308 during set up and adjustment. Once correctly adjusted the inner adjustment bolt 302 can be screwed down from the top nut until it becomes in full contact with the fixing surface shown. The purpose of the magnet 308 allows the pivot stabilizing arm 306 to clamp onto various types of ferrous surfaces (e.g. carbon steel, stainless steel or alloy steel). In some embodiments, the magnet 308 can be made from alnico, ceramic, neodymium, nickel, cobalt or other types of rare earth magnets. In addition, electromagnets can also be used as a magnet 308 in this invention. The use of magnet 308 in the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 106 enables rapid deployment and disassembly of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100, specifically the pivot stabilizing arm assembly 106. The use of magnets 308 to secure and stabilize the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 eliminates the need for permanent mounting mechanisms such as fasteners, screws, adhesives or brackets. This enables the quick attachment of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly system 100 to the intended surfaces. Equally important, the non-permanent, non-destructive use of a magnetic attachment system allows for quick disassembly and leaving the substrate in the original condition before setup, without any deformation or disfigurement. In deployment, the user 210 would first swing out the pivotable stabilizing arm 106, adjust the height and angle of the pivoting stabilizing arm using the handle 304 on the height adjustment threaded tube 800, and then screw down the inner adjustment bolt 302 via the bolt head until the magnet makes full contact with the metal surface. In other embodiments, the pivotable stabilizing arm 106 can also be attached to the mounting surface 212 through non-magnetic means, for example through a vacuum suction attachment connected to an external pump.

[0029] Figure 9 shows one embodiment of the side view of the clamping base 102, while Figure 10 shows the perspective view of the clamping base 102. The clamping base 102 consists of a C-shaped flange consisting of both an inner section 902 and an outer section 904. The inner, concave section 902 of the clamping base is positioned facing the lip of the mounting surface 212. The clamping base 102 is concave in nature to enable maximum contact between the clamping base 102 and the mounting surface during operation, thus providing stability and anchorage of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 during operation. Once the clamping base 102 has been positioned onto the mounting surface 212, a clamping bolt 310 located at the top surface of the clamping base 900 is screwed down to enable the adjustable leveling foot base plate 312 to contact the mounting surface 212. The adjustable leveling foot base plate 312 can effectively take any shape or form (for example, square, rectangular or circular) and its main function is to ensure that the clamping base 102 is stable, does not shift during operation, and maintains load bearing capability. The adjustable leveling foot base plate 312 should be larger in dimension compared to the clamping bolt 310 to distribute pressure and load onto the clamping base 102. In certain embodiments, there are two sets of clamping bolts 310 and adjustable leveling foot base plates 312 distributed along the clamping base 102. In certain embodiments, there are three or more of such sets.

[0030] Figure 11 shows one embodiment of the side view of the stanchion 104, while Figure 12 shows the perspective view of the stanchion 104. The stanchion 104 can take various embodiments such as a vertical stanchion or an angled stanchion 104 that consists of a top portion 1100 and a bottom portion 1102. The top portion 1100 and the bottom portion 1102 may be placed at an angle alpha relative to each other. One reason for this embodiment is to make the stanchion 104 stronger under compression, should a fall arise, resulting in tension to the top portion of the stanchion 1100 that is connected to the safety line 200. The angling of the top portion of the stanchion 1100 and the bottom portion of the stanchion 1102 also allows for the maximization of the working area available to the user 210, as the user 210 can work right up to the edge of the mounting surface 212 without the stanchion 210 obstructing the operation. In this embodiment, angle alpha located on the inward facing portion of the stanchion 1110 is typically less than 180 degrees, less than 150 degrees, less than 120 degrees. In some embodiments, it is preferred that the stanchion 104 is as high as possible, preferably such that the safety line 200 is connected to the anchor line attachment point 109 at the height of the harness 208 when worn by the user 210. In certain embodiments, the stanchion 104 is, at least 1.5 meters in height. In certain embodiments, the stanchion 104 can also containlightening cutouts 300 interspersed in either the top portion of stanchion 1100 or bottom portion of the stanchion 1102 to reduce the weight of the stanchion 104, whilst maintaining its structural integrity and its load bearing capability. The stanchion 104 is connected to the clamping base 102 through gussets 112. These gussets 112 can either be welded to both the stanchion 104 and the clamping base 102 or other fastening mechanisms such as bolts, screws or adhesives.

[0031] Figure 13 shows an embodiment of the invention in the perspective view where the stanchion 104 is detachable from the clamping base 102. The stanchion 104 illustrated in Figure 13 is shown to be a removeable post 1300, but the stanchion 104 can take any form that is suitable for the application, or as illustrated in the other figures presented here. The stanchion 1300 incudes a carrying handle 1302 that allows it to be easily detached from the base stand 1304. The gussets 112 used to stabilize the stanchion 104 are connected through welding or other fastening techniques to the base stand 1304. In this embodiment, the fully disassembled fall arresting anchor arm assembly will comprise of two main parts: a single clamping base with pivot stabilizing arm assemblies 106, and a removable stanchion post 1300.

[0032] In certain embodiments, the fall arresting anchor assembly 100 can be dismantled and disassembled into its constituent parts. In one such embodiment, the fall arresting anchor assembly 100 can be disassembled into two different parts comprising: a single clamping base 102 with pivotable stabilizing arms 106, and a stanchion 104. In other embodiments, the fall arresting anchor assembly 100 can be disassembled into two different parts comprising: the clamping base 102, and a single stabilizing arm 720 and the pivotable stanchion 722.

[0033] It is envisioned that the portable fall arresting anchor assembly 100 will take two persons to setup. In certain embodiments, the assembly will follow these steps: (1) the clamping base 102 is first mounted onto the mounting surface 212, (2) the clamping base 102 is secured to the mounting surface 212 through the tightening of the clamping bolt 310 to ensure that the adjustable leveling foot base plate 312 is tight, (3) the pivotable stabilizing arm 106 is adjusted to its desired position, (4) the pivotable stabilizing arm 106 is attached securely to the mounting surface 212, and (5) the stanchion 104 is mounted onto the base stand 1304 and secured. Once the second portable fall arresting anchor assembly 100 has been setup at the opposite end of the mounting surface 212, the lifeline systems 108 can be connected to their respective portable fall arresting anchor assemblies 100, and a safety line 200 can be strung across both portable fall arresting anchor assemblies 100. This method of setup and deployment of the fall arresting anchor arm assembly 100 can be adjusted and modified where necessary to accommodate the various embodiments described within, particularly considering the various pivotable stabilizing arm assembly configurations 106 and stanchion 104 variations.Select Embodiments of the Present Disclosure

[0034] Embodiment 1 is a portable fall arresting anchor assembly, comprising: a first clamping base; a first stanchion, wherein the stanchion is connected to the clamping base; a first pivotable stabilizing arm,wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm is connected to the clamping base; and a first gusset connecting the first stanchion to the first clamping base to support the stanchion in an upright position.

[0035] Embodiment 2 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, further comprising a second anchor assembly, a second stanchion, a second pivotable stabilizing arm, a second gusset, and a safety line connecting the first and second fall arresting anchor assembly.

[0036] Embodiment 3 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, further comprising a plurality of carrying handles attached to the clamping base.

[0037] Embodiment 4 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the first clamping base further comprises a clamping bolt that connects through a top side of an assembly clamping base that terminates with an adjustable leveling foot base plate.

[0038] Embodiment 5 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, further comprising a lifeline system connected to the stanchion with an anchor line attachment point.

[0039] Embodiment 6 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the stanchion is a vertical stand.

[0040] Embodiment 7 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the stanchion further comprises a top portion and a bottom portion with a connecting point that extends at a distance away from a vertical axis perpendicular to the clamping base.

[0041] Embodiment 8 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the first stanchion further comprises a plurality of cutouts.

[0042] Embodiment 9 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the pivotable stabilizing arm attachment further comprises: a bolt that connects through the pivot stabilizing arm; a height adjustment handle attached through the clamping bolt; and a magnet attached through the bolt that forms a base of the pivotable stabilizing arm attachment.

[0043] Embodiment 10 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1 further comprising a first pivotable stabilizing arm and a second pivotable stabilizing arm both connected to the clamping base that can be pivoted in an angular fashion, from being parallel to the clamping base, to extending outward from the clamping base.

[0044] Embodiment 11 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm extends from the clamping base at an intersection of the stanchion and the clamping base.

[0045] Embodiment 12 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm is anchored to a plurality of points along the clamping base, and connect at a convergence point that extends perpendicularly from an intersection of the stanchion and the clamping base.

[0046] Embodiment 13 is the portable fall arresting anchor assembly of Embodiment 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm and the first stanchion are connected through a hinge point that allows for the rotation of the both the first pivotable stabilizing arm and the first stanchion at the same time.

[0047] Embodiment 14 is a method of deploying a portable fall arresting anchor assembly, comprising: Providing a clamping base, a mounting surface, a first pivotable stabilizing arm assembly, a magnet, and a stanchion; securing the clamping base to a mounting surface; rotating the first pivotable stabilizing arm assembly to extend outwards from the clamping base; anchoring the first pivot stabilizing arm assembly to the mounting surface each individually by adjusting a heigh adjustment handle and moving the magnet in contact with the mounting surface; and mounting the stanchion onto the clamping base to form a first portable fall arresting anchor assembly.

[0048] Embodiment 15 is the method of Embodiment 14, further comprising: a second clamping base, a second pivotable stabilizing arm assembly, a second magnet and a second stanchion; securing a second clamping base on a opposite end of the of the mounting surface; rotating the second pivotable stabilizing arm assembly to the mounting surface each individually by adjusting a second height adjustment handle and moving the second magnet in contact with the mounting surface; and mounting the second stanchion onto the second clamping base to form a second portable fall arresting anchoring assembly.

[0049] Embodiment 16 is the method of Embodiment 15, further comprising; providing a safety line; and connecting the safety line to extend between the first portable fall arresting anchor assembly and the second fall arresting anchor assembly.

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A portable fall arresting anchor assembly, comprising:a first clamping base;a first stanchion, wherein the stanchion is connected to the clamping base;a first pivotable stabilizing arm, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm is connected to the clamping base; anda first gusset connecting the first stanchion to the first clamping base to support the stanchion in an upright position.

2. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1 further comprising a second anchor assembly, a second stanchion, a second pivotable stabilizing arm, a second gusset, and a safety line connecting the first and second fall arresting anchor assembly.

3. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1 further comprising a plurality of carrying handles attached to the clamping base.

4. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the first clamping base further comprises a clamping bolt that connects through a top side of an assembly clamping base that terminates with an adjustable leveling foot base plate.

5. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1 further comprising a lifeline system connected to the stanchion with an anchor line attachment point.

6. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the stanchion is a vertical stand.

7. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the stanchion further comprises a top portion and a bottom portion with a connecting point that extends at a distance away from a vertical axis perpendicular to the clamping base.

8. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the first stanchion further comprises a plurality of cutouts.

9. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the pivotable stabilizing arm attachment further comprises:a bolt that connects through the pivot stabilizing arm;a height adjustment handle attached through the clamping bolt; anda magnet attached through the bolt that forms a base of the pivotable stabilizing arm attachment.

10. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1 further comprising a first pivotable stabilizing arm and a second pivotable stabilizing arm both connected to the clamping base that can be pivoted in an angular fashion, from being parallel to the clamping base, to extending outward from the clamping base.

11. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm extends from the clamping base at an intersection of the stanchion and the clamping base.

12. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm is anchored to a plurality of points along the clamping base, and connect at a convergence point that extends perpendicularly from an intersection of the stanchion and the clamping base.

13. The portable fall arresting anchor assembly of claim 1, wherein the first pivotable stabilizing arm and the first stanchion are connected through a hinge point that allows for the rotation of the both the first pivotable stabilizing arm and the first stanchion at the same time.

14. A method of deploying a portable fall arresting anchor assembly, comprising:providing a clamping base, a mounting surface, a first pivotable stabilizing arm assembly, a magnet, and a stanchion;securing the clamping base to a mounting surface;rotating the first pivotable stabilizing arm assembly to extend outwards from the clamping base; anchoring the first pivot stabilizing arm assembly to the mounting surface each individually by adjusting a heigh adjustment handle and moving the magnet in contact with the mounting surface; andmounting the stanchion onto the clamping base to form a first portable fall arresting anchor assembly.

15. The method of claim 14, further comprising:a second clamping base, a second pivotable stabilizing arm assembly, a second magnet and a second stanchion;securing a second clamping base on a opposite end of the of the mounting surface;rotating the second pivotable stabilizing arm assembly to the mounting surface each individually by adjusting a second height adjustment handle and moving the second magnet in contact with the mounting surface; andmounting the second stanchion onto the second clamping base to form a second portable fall arresting anchoring assembly.

16. The method of claim 15, further comprising;providing a safety line; andconnecting the safety line to extend between the first portable fall arresting anchor assembly and the second fall arresting anchor assembly.

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