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Free fall
The portion of a fall before a personal fall-arrest system begins applying arresting force.
Safety notes
- Minimize permitted distance through anchorage and connector selection and calculate clearance for the complete system.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Minimize permitted distance through anchorage and connector selection and calculate clearance for the complete system.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.