Virtually indispensable when working on roofs. Our high-quality harnesses offer a high level of comfort and certified safety. When it comes to fall protection, we rely on a proven combination of three essential subsystems: a robust harness, a safe anchor device and the reliable connection between the two. Whether it's a lanyard, a traveling fall arrester or a height safety device, we have the right solution for every situation.

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Components of personal protective equipment against falls from a height: working safely with a system

The PPE is more than just a harness: it consists of several perfectly coordinated elements. The harness itself protects the body in the event of a fall by distributing the forces evenly across the chest, legs and pelvis. It is attached to a suitable anchorage device using a lanyard, often with an integrated energy absorber.

Other components such as fall arresters, fall arrest devices or abseiling devices complete the system. They not only protect against falling, but also enable an accident victim to be rescued. In this way, pure PPE becomes an integrated fall protection system - adapted to individual applications, number of users and work areas.

Application, testing and instruction - what you need to know

The safe use of PPE begins with a thorough risk assessment. This is followed by the selection of suitable equipment. The manufacturer's recommendations, the applicable directive and all information in the instructions for use must be taken into account.

Regular instruction is essential to ensure correct use. Only trained persons may use PPE - including correct adjustment, use of the connecting elements and assessment of the respective fall hazard. In addition, the systems must be inspected at least once a year by an expert. The aim is to maintain function and safety in the long term - especially in the case of mechanically stressed parts such as harnesses or energy absorbers.

Collective fall protection is above personal protective equipment against falls from a height

The STOP principle regulates the order of priority of all protective measures:

S - Substitution (avoid sources of danger or reschedule work)

T - Technical measures (safe structural solutions such as railings/barriers)

O - Organizational measures (regulate procedures and access, determine length of stay, etc.)

P - Personal measures (use personal fall protection equipment)

Rope protection is particularly effective for short-term work on flat roofs, when working on machines or in areas that are difficult to access. The combination of restraint system and fall arrest system ensures that a fall is either completely prevented or arrested in a controlled manner. To minimize the risk of suspension trauma, a functioning rescue concept must also be in place.

Personal protective equipment against falls from a height, training & planning

Sicherheitskonzepte Breuer offers you more than just products - we support you from the initial idea to qualified training. We plan your fall protection individually - and provide you with all relevant information on liability, standards, working at height and the legally compliant use of your personal fall protection equipment in our training courses. In addition to PPE, we also advise you on: anchor points, fall protection using guardrails, fixed ladders or a rope system for fall protection. Together we will find the right solution - for your safety and that of your employees.

Frequently asked questions about personal protective equipment against falls from a height:

Where is fall protection not required?

Fall protection is not required if there is no risk of falling - this is the case, for example, if the fall height is less than one meter without any particular hazard or if structural conditions effectively rule out a fall. The exact requirements are set out in the risk assessment.

What is a restraint system?

A restraint system prevents a person from entering the danger zone in the first place - for example, by using a lanyard that is short enough to prevent the user from reaching the edge of the fall. It provides preventive protection against falling.

What is a fall arrest system?

A fall arrest system intervenes when a fall has already occurred. It catches the person in a controlled manner, reduces the impact force by means of a shock absorber and prevents serious injuries. The person must then be rescued quickly.