Introduction:

Personal fall arrest systems are designed to prevent workers from falling from heights or to limit the distance of a fall. The purpose of this safety program is to establish procedures and requirements for the selection, use, inspection, and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems.

Scope:

This program applies to all employees who work at heights where there is a risk of falling and who use personal fall arrest systems.

Policy:

1. Personal fall arrest systems must be used when work is performed at a height of 6 feet or higher above a lower level.
2. The employer shall provide a personal fall arrest system to employees working in areas where falls from an elevation of 6 feet or more are possible.
3. The personal fall arrest system shall be selected, used, inspected, and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and this program.
4. The employer shall provide training to employees on the proper use, inspection, and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems.
5. Personal fall arrest systems must be inspected before each use by the employee who will be using the system.
6. Personal fall arrest systems must be inspected annually by a competent person designated by the employer.
7. Any damaged or defective components of the personal fall arrest system must be removed from service immediately and replaced.
8. Personal fall arrest systems must be stored in a clean, dry location when not in use.
9. Personal fall arrest systems must be replaced after any fall arrest event or when the system is found to be damaged or defective.
10. The employer shall keep a record of all inspections, maintenance, and training related to personal fall arrest systems.

Procedures:

1. Employees shall be trained in the selection, use, inspection, and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems.
2. Personal fall arrest systems shall be selected based on the specific work being performed, taking into account the nature of the work, the working conditions, and the weight of the worker.
3. Personal fall arrest systems must be properly worn and adjusted to fit the worker.
4. Personal fall arrest systems shall be inspected before each use by the employee who will be using the system. The inspection shall include the following:

• Visually inspecting all components for damage or wear
• Checking all connections and attachments to ensure they are secure
• Checking the condition of the anchorage point

1. Personal fall arrest systems must be inspected annually by a competent person designated by the employer. The inspection shall include the following:

• Inspecting all components for damage or wear
• Checking all connections and attachments to ensure they are secure
• Checking the condition of the anchorage point

1. Any damaged or defective components of the personal fall arrest system must be removed from service immediately and replaced.
2. Personal fall arrest systems must be stored in a clean, dry location when not in use.
3. Personal fall arrest systems must be replaced after any fall arrest event or when the system is found to be damaged or defective.
4. The employer shall keep a record of all inspections, maintenance, and training related to personal fall arrest systems.

Conclusion:

Personal fall arrest systems are an essential safety measure for workers who work at heights where there is a risk of falling. This safety program provides procedures and requirements for the selection, use, inspection, and maintenance of personal fall arrest systems. By following these procedures and requirements, we can ensure that workers are protected from falls and that they can perform their work safely.

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