OSHA 10-Hour Construction ReviewPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Medium
A worker is performing demolition work where there is a risk of falling debris and overhead impact. In addition to a hard hat, which fall protection component is designed to distribute fall arrest forces over the body and connect to other parts of a personal fall arrest system?
- AAnchor point
- BLifeline
- CFull-body harness
- DLanyard
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Full-body harness
A full-body harness is designed to distribute the forces of a fall over the thighs, pelvis, chest, and shoulders, significantly reducing the impact on the body, and is the component that the worker wears.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. An anchor point is a secure attachment point for the fall arrest system, not a component worn by the worker that distributes forces.
- B. A lifeline is a flexible line that connects to an anchor point and to which the lanyard is attached, but it is not worn by the worker to distribute forces.
- D. A lanyard connects the harness to the lifeline or anchor point, but it does not distribute forces over the body.
Full-Body Harness
A component of a personal fall arrest system that is worn by the worker and designed to distribute the forces of a fall over a large area of the body, minimizing injury.
- Connects to a lanyard, which then connects to a lifeline or anchor point.
- Distributes fall forces across the thighs, pelvis, chest, and shoulders.
- Must be properly fitted and inspected before each use.
Memory trick: A 'Harness' holds you 'wholly' and 'harmlessly' in a fall.