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Calculating Fall Clearance

Select the Proper Fall Protection Equipment
Shock-Absorbing Lanyard or Self-Retracting Lifeline?

Always know your fall distance and select proper equipment to meet the fall clearance.

Illustration: 6 ft. (1.8m) Shock-Absorbing Lanyard with D-Bolt Anchorage Connector
Calculating Total Fall Clearance Distance

Remember...
PFL-1 UNDER 18 1/2 ft. (5.6m)
always use a Self-Retracting Lifeline.
MP50G MP65G OVER 18 1/2 ft. (5.6m)
216M a Shock-Absorbing Lanyard or Self-Retracting Lifeline can be used.

 

Miller® Splat Indicator

Splat+Indicator.jpgFor a quick and easy alternative to calculating your fall distance, use the Miller Splat Indicator. Similar to a plumb bob, simply attach the device to an anchorage or to the lanyard at the anchoring snap hook and lower the weight using the attached string.

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Total Compliance: Beyond ANSI Z359
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