Collection: Fall Protection
A complete fall protection collection is based on the "ABCDs" and can include:
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A - Anchorage:A secure, load-bearing point to which the fall arrest system attaches.
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B - Body Harness:A full-body harness that distributes fall forces over the strongest parts of the body.
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C - Connectors:Devices like lanyards, lifelines, and self-retracting devices that link the harness to the anchorage.
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D - Descent/Rescue:A plan and equipment (like disent or rescue devices) to safely retrieve a worker after a fall.
Types of Systems
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Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS): Active systems worn by individual workers to stop a fall.
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Collective Fall Protection: Passive systems that protect multiple workers, such as guardrails, safety nets, or skylight screens, by creating a physical barrier.
Purpose of a Fall Protection Collection
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Hazard Elimination:The primary goal is to eliminate or prevent fall hazards altogether.
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Risk Control:If hazards cannot be eliminated, systems are used to control the risk of falls.
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Worker Safety:To protect workers from falling from elevated positions by providing an effective fall prevention or arrest method.Regulatory Compliance:To meet safety standards set by organizations like OSHA, ensuring a safe working environment.