Fall arrest injuries are injuries that can happen when a fall arrest system stops a worker from hitting the ground, but exposes them to other hazards such as sudden stopping forces and the risk of suspension trauma.

A properly-planned fall arrest system can save a worker's life. If someone falls from a roof edge, MEWP or other elevated spot, their fall arrest harness and should keep them from hitting the ground.

However, stopping the fall is only part of the job. A fall arrest system must also reduce the risk of injury during and after the arrest. If the wrong equipment is used, if the harness does not fit correctly, or if no rescue plan is in place, the worker may still suffer serious harm.

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A shock absorbing lanyard (also known as an energy-absorbing lanyard) should be used whenever a worker is exposed to fall arrest forces that could injure them without energy absorption. Keep reading this blog to find out more about when shock absorbing lanyards should be used.

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When working at height, having the right fall protection system is a life-saving necessity. Two of the most common fall protection systems are vertical and horizontal fall protection. While both systems serve the same purpose – preventing falls – they are designed for very different applications. If you want to learn the difference between these types of fall protection so that you can select the best system for your work environment, keep reading this blog! 

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A fall arrest block, also known as an inertia reel, is a personal protective equipment (PPE) device that is used to prevent serious injury or death in the event of a fall from height. Fall arrest devices like this only kick in when a fall occurs, locking the lifeline and catching the wearer before they hit the ground.

Fall arrest systems, like fall arrest blocks, should only be used as a last resort when there is no way to easily prevent or eliminate the risk of a fall.

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