Fall Protection Calculator — Calculate Fall Clearance & Safety Requirements

Fall Protection Calculator

Calculate required fall clearance, free fall distance, and safety requirements for fall protection systems. Ensure OSHA compliance and worker safety.

Step 1: Fall Scenario

Fall Clearance Requirements

Total fall clearance must account for free fall distance, deceleration distance, harness stretch, and safety factor. OSHA requires minimum 6 feet clearance below worker.

Step 2: Equipment Details

About Fall Protection Systems

Different fall protection systems have varying free fall distances and deceleration characteristics. Always consult manufacturer specifications and OSHA regulations for specific applications.

Fall Protection Analysis Results

Summary
System Comparison
Clearance Breakdown

Minimum Required Fall Clearance

18.5 ft
Free Fall: 6 ft • Deceleration: 3.5 ft
SAFE FOR 20 FT HEIGHT
Total Fall Distance
9.5 ft
Impact Force
900 lbs
Clearance Below Worker
1.5 ft
Safety Rating
Compliant

Fall Protection System Comparison

System Type Max Free Fall Deceleration Distance Total Clearance OSHA Compliant

Fall Clearance Breakdown

Fall Clearance Calculation Formula

Total Clearance = Free Fall + Deceleration + Harness Stretch + Safety Factor

OSHA requires that total fall clearance must include all components: free fall distance, deceleration distance, harness/equipment elongation, and a safety margin to prevent contact with lower level.

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