Limitations - Guardian Fall Protection 53221 Instruction Manual

Limitations

Fall Clearance: There must be sufficient clearance below the anchorage connector to arrest a fall before the
user strikes the ground or any obstruction. When calculating fall clearance, account for a MINIMUM 2' safety
factor, free fall, deceleration distance, harness stretch, swing fall, and all other applicable factors.
Diagram shown is an example fall clearance calculation ONLY.
Swing Falls: Prior to installation or use, make considerations for eliminating or minimizing all swing fall
hazards. Swing falls occur when the anchor is not directly above the location where a fall occurs. Always work
as close to in line with the anchor point as possible. Swing falls significantly increase the likelihood of serious
injury or death in the event of a fall.
Fall clearance calculation shown based on standing
worker falling directly in-line with anchor point.
Always consider potential swing fall and other
hazards when calculating fall clearance.
*Eliminate Swing Fall whenever
possible! If Swing Fall exists,
always account for additional
fall clearance.
Anchor Point
Level w/Dorsal D-ring
6' Free Fall 12' Free Fall
Lanyard Lanyard
Anchor Point
at Foot Level
12'
5'
2'
1.5'
2'
3