Three key components of the Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) must be in place and properly used to provide maximum worker protection.
A: Anchorage/Anchorage Connector
Anchorage - commonly referred to as a tie-off (Ex: I-Beam)
Anchorage Connector - Used to join the connecting device to the anchorage (Ex: cross-arm strap)
B: Body Wear
Body Wear - The personal protective equipment worn by the worker (Ex: Full-body harness)
C: Connecting Device
Connecting Device - The critical link which joins the body wear to the anchorage/anchorage connector. (Ex: shock absorbing lanyard for retractable lifeline)
Individually these components will not provide protection from a fall. However, when used properly and in conjunction with each other, they form a Personal Fall Arrest System that becomes vitally important for safety on the jobsite.