Height Safety

Learn more about height safety and fall arrest equipment.


  1. Understanding Height Safety Equipment Standards: A Guide to EN Certifications

    Height safety is crucial to preventing accidents and injuries when working at height. European standards (EN) are designed to...

  2. What are the different D-rings or loops on a harness used for?

    Safety harnesses used for working at height come equipped with a variety of attachment points, often referred to as...

  3. What is the fall factor, and why is it important?

    The fall factor is a critical concept in height safety, used to evaluate the potential severity of a fall....

  4. When and why should I start to use height safety equipment? What is considered as working at height?

    According to the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (UK), working at height is defined as: “Work in any place,...

  5. What is work restraint and how does it help prevent falls?

    Work restraint systems are a type of fall prevention method designed to stop the user from reaching a fall...

  6. What does "working in fall arrest" mean?

    Working in fall arrest refers to a situation where a person is operating at or near a fall hazard—such...

  7. What is a fall arrest system?

    A fall arrest system is designed to protect individuals working at height by stopping a fall once it has...

  8. What is Ground Clearance (Fall Clearance) and Why is it Important?

    When using a fall arrest system, it is critical to ensure there is enough ground clearance — also known...

  9. What equipment can I use for a fall arrest application?

    Products Featured Retractable Fall ArrestVertical fall arrestLanyard with shock absorberFull body harness All of these can be found in the...

  10. What is a swing or “pendulum” in height safety? And why should this be avoided?

    A swing or “pendulum” fall occurs when, during a fall arrest, the user’s vertical trajectory is diverted into a...

  11. What is the Lifetime (Shelf Life or Obsolescence Date) of My Equipment?

    The lifetime (often referred to as the shelf life or obsolescence date) of your equipment is specified by the...

  12. Why should I inspect my height safety equipment?

    Regular inspection of height safety equipment is essential to ensure it remains in safe working condition. These inspections help...

  13. Who Can Inspect Height Safety Equipment?

    According to the standard EN 365:2004, height safety equipment must undergo periodic examination by a competent person . This...

  14. Why should fall arrest blocks be serviced?

    It is essential to service fall arrest blocks and retrieval winches regularly to ensure they function properly and maintain...

  15. What is the difference between a visual inspection and servicing?

    A visual inspection is a routine check that involves looking over the equipment for any obvious signs of wear,...

  16. What is RFID Asset management?

    It is a cloud-based system where you can keep complete control of your company’s assets whether it be by...

  17. What is RFID used for?

    It is used to keep a detailed record of all assets, for example, you can see assigned locations and...

  18. Is there a suggested working life of a harness/lanyard or is this inspection dependant?

    JSP products, including harnesses and lanyards, have a recommended working life of 10 years from the date of manufacture....

  19. What is the difference between fall arrest and restraint?

    Work Restraint and Fall Arrest are two types of safety systems used for working at height, but they serve...

  20. What Key Factors Need to Be Considered Before Working at Height?

    Before undertaking work at height, it is crucial to ensure that several safety conditions are met to comply with...

  21. Do I Need Less Clearance When Using a Fall Arrest Block?

    The clearance required to the ground when using a fall arrest block depends on the specific equipment and its...

  22. How do I fit a height safety harness?

    Fitting a height safety harness correctly is essential for ensuring maximum protection when working at height. A poorly fitted...

  23. What Training is Required for Work at Height?

    When working at height, it is a legal requirement that all operatives are competent to carry out their tasks...

  24. Annual work-related ill health and injury statistics released

    The latest annual work-related ill health and injury statistics have been published by the HSE. The figures cover work-related illnesses and...

  25. How to implement control measures for work at height

    Falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities. 50 workers were killed in falls from height in...

  26. Selecting height safety equipment for horizontal use

    Most requirements for height safety equipment are set out in the relevant EN standards. In some cases, however, there...

  27. Fatal falls from height increased in 2023/24

    The latest annual figures published by the HSE revealed that falls from a height remain the leading cause of workplace fatality...

  28. Can I write my name on my harness?

    Height safety harnesses are made with specialist materials capable of providing the strength required to hold a user securely...

  29. How to calculate required clearance for fall arrest equipment

    Fall arrest systems are used to limit the consequences of a potential fall by arresting the user within a...

  30. Sharp edge testing for self-retractable lifelines

    Height safety equipment is tested and certified to relevant EN standards which cover the minimum requirements for products. However...

  31. How JSP height safety harnesses are tested

    JSP height safety harnesses are tested to ensure they perform in the most demanding situations. Testing is conducted twice...

  32. Types of fall protection systems

    Personal fall protection systems are made up of different components connected to operate in a specific way. These systems...

  33. Using self-retractable lifelines

    Self-retractable lifelines have a self-locking function and automatic tensioning. These devices act like a car seatbelt, requiring a maximum...

  34. When is height safety equipment required at work?

    Work at height poses a high degree of risk, with falls from a height accounting for over 20% of RIDDOR-reported...

  35. How do I adjust my JSP height safety harness?

    Full body harnesses are designed to provide protection against the dangers of falling from height. Primarily intended for fall arrest purposes,...

  36. How to check my height safety equipment is compliant?

    Regular inspection of height safety equipment is essential to ensure it is maintained in good working order. Height safety standards include...

  37. Guide to working at height

    It is crucial to have the proper knowledge to work at height. Below we have highlighted some key information and...

  38. How to calculate required clearance for fall arrest equipment

    Calculating required clearance for fall arrest systems Fall arrest systems are used to limit the consequences of a potential...

  39. What is the difference between restraint and fall arrest?

    Work at height can be carried out in different ways with varying equipment and systems of working. Restraint and fall arrest are two common...

  40. What is fall factor?

    What is fall factor? And why is it important? When working at height, the position of the user’s attachment...

  41. Height safety equipment standards explained

    PPE for working at height is covered by a wide range of European standards, with separate specifications for different...

  42. How is JSP height safety equipment tested?

    Our products are tested to the highest specification during and after production. To ensure that JSP height safety products meet the highest specification...

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