5 Steps you can follow when using fall arrester blocks

 A fall arrester block is a type of personal fall protection that stops the user from falling onto the ground, a building, or any other barrier while in free fall and reduces the impact force that occurs on the user's body while in fall arrest.

A fall arrester block doesn't quite hold back the fall, enabling the person to fall into an area where there is a risk of a free fall. However, when a free fall occurs, the system prevents it, limiting how far the user can fall before hitting the ground, the structure from which they are falling, or other obstructions. It also keeps the user in a suitable ergonomic stance until they are rescued.

Below are the 5 steps to follow while using a fall arrester block:

Choice of harness

Harnesses come in a variety of varieties, each with unique characteristics and advantages such as lightweight, weight-minimizing, or ones that include wide tool belts. Comfort is also to be considered along with safety. Search for a tight fit that nevertheless permits simple movement. Consider using breathable fabrics that can help lower the danger of overheating or heat stroke if utilized in hot situations. Make sure your equipment can survive frequent use, every day, no matter what you decide.

Employee training

Never assume anything regarding safety. All of your employees, whether they are recent recruits or seasoned pros, should receive ongoing training on how to examine and utilize the fall arrest harnesses in your personal protective equipment.

Proper wearing

First, ensure that the armholes and leg holes are properly aligned and that the straps are positioned in the proper locations. Ensure everything is fastened after putting on the harness. Ensure that there are no straps twisted behind you, by asking someone to check. If so, remove it, straighten it up, and then reattach it.

Choosing the lanyard

The correct lanyard should be chosen just as carefully as the appropriate fall arrest harnesses. Examine the worker's height, the area required for the braking device, as well as the distance out from the anchor point when choosing the right length.

Ensuring overall safety

Irrespective matter how big or small your organization is, wearing personal protective equipment should be compulsory. But it's as crucial to keep a culture of safety across the rest of your company. When you put safety first, you also increase employee morale, preserve your reputation, save penalties, and, most significantly, keep your staff safe.

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