Suitable equipment should always be used when working at height and where a risk assessment indicates there exists a risk of falling from height, full body harnesses approved to EN361 should be worn. Safety Harnesses, Lanyards, Connectors, Energy Absorbers and Fall Arresters used within the UK and European Union should conform to a number of European Standards.
* EN361 : PPE against falls from height - Body Harness * EN355 : PPE against falls from height - Energy Absorbers * EN354 : PPE against falls from height - Lanyards * EN362 : PPE against falls from height - Connectors * EN353/2: PPE against falls from height - Guided Type Fall Arrester on Flexible Anorage Line