Personal Fall-Arrest Systems (PFAS)
A personal fall-arrest system consists of an anchorage, full body harness, and connection systems, that work together to stop a fall in progress, and to minimize the arrest force.
Safety trainer demonstrating a personal fall arrest system.
Other parts of the system may include a lanyard, a deceleration device, and a lifeline.
The personal fall-arrest system is effective only if you know how all of the components work together to stop a fall in progress. Before you use a personal fall-arrest system, you should know the following:
- How to select and install a secure anchorage.
- How to select and use connectors.
- How to put on and use a full-body harness.
- How to correctly attach and use a lanyard.
- When a deceleration device is necessary.
- How to erect and use a lifeline.
- The correct procedures for using retractable devices.
- How to estimate fall distances.
- How to avoid swing falls.
- How to inspect and maintain the system.
- How you will be promptly rescued if you fall.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
5-4. Personal fall-arrest system components work together to _____ and _____.
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