Safety
Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint: The Three Components of a Personal Fall Arrest System and Why Prevention Comes First
A Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS) comprises an anchorage, full-body harness, and connecting device. The article emphasizes that fall restraint, which prevents falls, is inherently safer and preferred over fall arrest, which stops a fall in progress.
Rick Donovan·October 22, 2026
