Self-Test A-4.2: Describe Fall Protection Systems

Complete Self-Test A-4.2 and check your answers.

1. What term best describes the combination of PPE that is used to protect workers who fall?
   1. Full body harness
   2. Fall arrest system
   3. Fall restraint system
   4. Fall protection system
2. What is the fall protection component that connects a safety belt or harness to an anchor point?
   1. Lanyard
   2. Lifeline
   3. Rope grab
   4. Carabiner
3. A safety belt could be used as a component of what type of fall protection system?
   1. Fall arrest system
   2. Fall restraint system
   3. Confined space system
   4. A safety belt is not approved for any fall protection system
4. What piece of fall protection equipment reduces the impact on the body when a fall happens?
   1. Safety net
   2. Rope grabs
   3. Carabiners
   4. Deceleration device
5. What piece of fall protection equipment must be self-locking?
   1. Lifeline
   2. Snag hook
   3. Snap hook
   4. Rope grab
6. When using a shock absorber lanyard, what must be accounted for in the fall protection system design?
   1. Harness should be adjusted to fit loosely
   2. Lanyard length may increase by up to 1.2 m (4 ft.) during a fall
   3. Lanyard length may decrease by up to 1.2 m (4 ft.) during a fall
   4. Lanyard must be connected to the front of your body harness
7. What is the maximum number of workers that a safety monitor is allowed to supervise?
   1. 4
   2. 6
   3. 8
   4. 10
8. What breaking point shall a vertical life be rated for?
   1. 2.67 (600 lb)
   2. 26.7 kN (6000 lb)
   3. 71 kN (16,000 lb)
   4. 89 kN (20,000 lb)

Answer Key: Self-Test A-4.2 is on the other page.