What is a fall arrest by definition?

• A. Allows Free Fall
• B. Reduces Fall Speed After Impact
• C. Involves Active Deceleration Devices Only
• D. If You Fall It Will Prevent You From Falling No Further Than 6'

Answer: (D)

Fall arrest is a system designed to stop a fall after it starts and keep the worker from descending more than a safe distance. The defining idea is that, once released, the equipment catches and arrests the fall and limits the free-fall distance, commonly to about six feet, so the wearer doesn’t hit lower levels or experience excessive deceleration. This is why the option stating it will prevent you from falling no further than six feet is the best match. It’s not about allowing free fall, nor about decelerating after impact, and fall arrest can involve both passive and active components, not only active devices.