Jerry Falk is the global product director of soft goods with Capital Safety and can be contacted at jfalk@capitalsafety.com. Capital Safety is a leading designer and manufacturer of height safety and fall protection equipment. Capital Safety also offers training courses, with 20 operating sites worldwide and a passionate commitment to quality, innovation and safety. For more information, contact Capital Safety at 800-328-6146 or visit www.capitalsafety.com.
In the early 20th century, the body belt — worn loosely around the waists of utility linemen during pole climbing — was the first form of fall protection to emerge.
