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for a full body harness and personal fall arrest system, the anchorage point is required to support at least 5,000 pounds per employee attached. This is a standard requirement outlined by OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). | Dave Trombley

#Anchorage is defined by #OSHA as a secure point of attachment for lifeline, lanyards or deceleration device. The most overlooked component in a personal fall arrest system is planning for a suitable anchorage point. The following guidelines should be followed when planning or determining anchorage and connection: • Anchorage point shall be capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds per employee attached. Examples of what might be appropriate anchor points are steel members or I-beams if an acc