To climb over an obstruction, a secondary or positioning lanyard must be used.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. Not sure
• D. Optional

Answer: (A)

When you have to move past an obstacle, staying connected to the rope system during the transition is essential. A secondary or positioning lanyard provides that continuous protection by keeping you attached while you maneuver over or around the obstruction. Clip it to a suitable anchor or to a short, dedicated lanyard so you don’t lose protection if you briefly detach the primary lanyard to get over the edge. The short length limits how far you could fall and helps keep you close to the work area, reducing the chance of a long fall or rope snag as you pass the obstacle. This arrangement minimizes the gap in protection during the maneuver and makes it safer to reattach the main fall-arrest line once you’re clear. For that reason, using a secondary or positioning lanyard in this situation is the correct practice.