Fall Protection Definitions

Restraint
A system whereby a person, wearing fall arrest equipment, is connected to an anchorage that prevents the person from reaching a position at which there is a risk of suffering a free or limited free fall. As per the requirements under AS/NZS1891.1 2007 - people working in restraint must use an anchorage, connection and harness suitable for fall arrest.

Work Positioning
A system which enables a person to work supported in suspension by the use of personal protective equipment in such a way that a fall is partially restrained.

Fall Arrest
A system whereby a person is safely arrested from a fall by means of personal protective equipment attached to an anchorage point. The maximum free fall allowable is 2 metres.

Fall Clearances
The system must be set up in such a way so the worker will avoid striking a lower level surface or obstacle, and be maintained in a position post fall, to ensure an easy and quick rescue. Each type of fall arrest device will have its own clearance requirements – check AS/NZS 1891.4 for further information.