Attachment mechanisms and systems for use with edge protection systems

An attachment system configured to support an edge protection system, wherein the attachment system comprises:

• an attachment mechanism comprising:
• an attachment plate comprising an attachment slot and an attachment groove,
• wherein one or more of the attachment slot and the attachment groove are configured to receive one or more fastening mechanisms to secure the attachment mechanisms to a fixed structure;
• a cross plate comprising a cross hole,
• wherein the cross plate is fixedly connected to the attachment plate, and
• wherein the cross plate is disposed perpendicular to the attachment plate;
• a fixed beam fixedly attached to the attachment mechanism;
• and
• a running beam operably attached to the first beam such that the running beam is configured to move along a length of the fixed beam relative to the attachment mechanism.