ET- Fall protection

Q: 1. Protect the lives of workers

Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as harnesses with fall arrest systems , drastically reduce the risk of death in case of slipping, loss of balance, or structural failure.

Q: 2. Prevent severe and permanent physical injuries

Even when not fatal, falls from height can result in trauma, multiple fractures, spinal injuries , and permanent disabilities.

Q: 4. Comply with legislation

In Portugal, fall protection at height is regulated by: Decree-Law No. 50/2005 , which establishes the minimum safety requirements in workplaces. Law No. 102/2009 (amended by Law No. 3/2014), which regulates the legal framework for promoting safety and health at work. European standards EN , such as EN 361 , EN 354 , and EN 795.

Safety at
any Height

Fall protection at height consists of an integrated set of techniques, equipment, and procedures aimed primarily at preventing accidents caused by falls or, if they occur, minimizing their impacts, ensuring the safety, life, and physical integrity of workers involved in activities conducted at elevated locations.

Fall Protection at Heights

Falls from height are among the leading causes of serious and fatal workplace accidents due to the severity of the consequences these accidents can cause. A fall can result in fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, or even the immediate death of the worker.

Due to the high risk associated with working at height, it is essential to adopt an integrated set of safety techniques, equipment, and procedures with the following objectives:

1. Protect the lives of workers

Personal protective equipment (PPE), such as harnesses with fall arrest systems, drastically reduce the risk of death in case of slipping, loss of balance, or structural failure.

2. Prevent severe and permanent physical injuries

Even when not fatal, falls from height can result in trauma, multiple fractures, spinal injuries, and permanent disabilities.

3. Ensure a safe and productive work environment

When workers feel protected, they work with more confidence and motivation, which reduces errors and accidents.

4. Comply with legislation

In Portugal, fall protection at height is regulated by:

Decree-Law No. 50/2005, which establishes the minimum safety requirements in workplaces.
Law No. 102/2009 (amended by Law No. 3/2014), which regulates the legal framework for promoting safety and health at work.
European standards EN, such as EN 361, EN 354, and EN 795.