Product Manual

FALL CLEARANCE CALCULATION
Lanyard length
(6’ total)
Safety factor
(3’ total)
Deceleration
distance (4’ total)
Height of harness
dorsal D-ring from
worker’s feet
(6’ total)
Required
distance
from
anchorage
(19’ total)
Limitations
Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall
before the user strikes the ground or an obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for
a MINIMUM 3’ safety factor, deceleration distance, user height, length of lanyard/SRL, and all
other applicable factors. Diagram shown is an EXAMPLE fall clearance calculation ONLY.
Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make considerations for eliminating or minimizing all
swing fall hazards. Swing falls occur when the anchor is not directly above the location where a
fall occurs. Always work as close to in line with the anchor point as possible. Swing falls
significantly increase the likelihood of serious injury or death in the event of a fall.
Guardian Fall Protection 6305 S. 231st St., Kent, WA 98032 phone: [phone] fax: [phone] www.guardianfall.com
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