Fall Protection

Question 1

Load Capacity

Answer 1

The max weight the lift can carry as specified by the manufacturer.

Question 2

Stability

Answer 2

The lift’s ability to stay stable.

Question 3

What percentage of damage is acceptable on Personal Fall Arrest Systems? (by ANSI, OSHA, or otherwise)

Answer 3

There is no specified percentage of wear or damage that is considered acceptable. Certification training says 5% (this is an approximation). Err on the side of caution

Question 4

What is the ANSI series for PFAS?

Answer 4

ANSI/ASSP Z359 covers fall protection equipment and systems.

Question 5

What delineates removing fall protection equipment from service?

Answer 5

Any signs of wear, damage, or deterioration such as fraying, broken fibers, discoloration, or deformation of components should lead to the equipment being removed from service immediately. The focus is always on erring on the side of caution to ensure maximum safety.

Question 6

What are the minimum heights for fall protection according to OSHA?

Answer 6

OSHA requires that fall protection be provided at elevations of four feet in general industry workplaces, five feet in shipyards, and six feet in the construction industry. (Bonus answer: eight feet in longshoring operations)

Question 7

What does PFAS stand for?

Answer 7

Personal fall arrest system