Restraint and fall arrest
Restraint prevents access to a fall zone; fall arrest acts when a fall occurs. Both require task-specific assessment beyond choosing a harness. Work organisation and suitable collective safeguards remain the priority.
Understand components
EN 361 covers harnesses, EN 355 energy absorbers, EN 362 connectors, EN 360 retractable fall arresters and EN 795 anchor devices within its scope. Each has conditions of use; listing compliant components does not prove compatibility.
Assess the full situation
Anchorage, available clearance, movement, edges and swing-fall risk belong in the assessment. Clearance depends on the system and instructions, not a universal figure. Distinguish EN 360:2023 from the earlier 2002 edition in documentation.
Training, checks and rescue
Use requires trained people, inspections and suitable rescue arrangements. Periodic examination and withdrawal after incidents follow applicable and manufacturer requirements. A purchase does not replace working procedures or a rescue plan.
Prepare a documented request
Send available requirements and assessment, approved references and quantities. The proposal should identify each component, documents and permitted combinations. This guide does not validate anchorage installations or prescribe an intervention method.
