Where should a shock-absorbing lanyard be attached to a tower when working above ground?

When working on a tower, a shock-absorbing lanyard must always be attached to the structure above the climber's head level. This positioning is critical because it significantly reduces the maximum distance the climber can fall before the fall-arrest system engages. A shorter fall distance directly equates to a lower shock force exerted on the climber's body and the harness. If a fall occurs, the shock-absorbing mechanism will deploy much sooner, mitigating the risk of severe spinal or internal injuries. Choosing to attach the lanyard at waist level or below allows for several feet of free fall before the line even becomes taut. This drastically increases the dynamic load and the danger of injury, which is why anchoring high is a fundamental rule of tower safety.