True or false: Fall protection can save your life.

• A. True
• B. Sometimes
• C. Not at all
• D. False

Answer: (A)

Falls from height are a major danger in PV installation, and fall protection is designed to prevent that outcome or lessen its severity. When a worker is properly tied into a secure anchor with a correctly fitted harness and lanyard, and when guardrails or nets are used where appropriate, a fall can be arrested or its impact greatly reduced. This means the system can stop a life-threatening fall or prevent fatal injuries, especially on roofs where surfaces are slick or uneven. Proper use, inspection, and training are essential to ensure it works as intended. While no system is perfect in every scenario, used correctly fall protection significantly reduces the risk of a fatal outcome, so the statement is true.