A fall arrest lanyard is a flexible link that secures a worker’s safety harness to a fixed anchorage point. It’s designed to absorb energy and reduce the impact forces on the body during a fall. A fall arrest block, often referred to as a self-retracting lifeline, is a device that attaches to a worker’s harness and automatically retracts the lifeline as the worker moves. If a fall occurs, the device locks in place to stop the fall. Both fall arrest lanyards and fall arrest blocks play a crucial role in a complete fall protection system. Their proper use is vital for ensuring the safety of workers, and it’s important to have training and regular inspections to keep them functioning effectively.