Fall Protection Measures Quiz

Guardrail Systems

• Must have a smooth surface to prevent injuries from punctures or lacerations and to prevent clothes from snagging
• Include a toeboard, midrail, and toprail that must be capable of withstanding at least 200 lbs. of force applied in any direction

Lanyards

• A flexible line of rope, wire rope, or strap with a connector at each end for connecting the body belt or body harness to a deceleration device, lifeline, or anchorage
• Must not be tied back to themselves unless specifically designed for such use
• Should have the appropriate clip for the intended anchorage points
• Must not be knotted or wrapped around sharp objects

Anchorage Connectors and Points

• Girder Grip Anchorage Rings are rated at 5,000 lbs. in all directions
• Anchorage Connectors enable tie-off to various types of anchorage points
• Beam Clamps can make an effective anchorage when used properly, with the correct lanyard

Horizontal Life Lines

• Provide maneuverability
• Must be designed, installed, and used under the guidance of a qualified person

Restraint Devices

• Provide access but prevent the fall
• Limit anchorage requirement to 1000 lbs
• May be more suitable for loading areas, scaffold erection, and dismantling
• Should be installed and used under the supervision of a Competent Person

Fall Protection

• A series of reasonable steps taken to eliminate or control the injurious effects of an unintentional fall while accessing or working at height
• Can be achieved through three simple steps: Plan, Provide, and Train

Key Terms

• Competent Person: one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards and has the authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them
• Qualified Person: one with a recognized degree or professional certificate and extensive knowledge and experience in the subject field who is capable of design, analysis, evaluation, and specifications in the subject work

Fall Protection Methods

• Fall Prevention: a system that will prevent a person from falling to a lower level (e.g. railings)
• Work Positioning or Fall Restraint: a system that will allow the worker to approach a fall hazard and work but will not allow the worker to fall to a lower level
• Fall Arrest: a system that will protect a person from crashing on to a lower level after a fall (e.g. fall arrest harness/lanyard)