Which action is required when climbing over an obstruction?

• A. Use a secondary or positioning lanyard
• B. Not required
• C. Descend and reascend
• D. Remove WPFR device

Answer: (A)

Staying connected to the anchor while moving over an obstacle is essential. Use a secondary or positioning lanyard to maintain a continuous tie-off as you cross the obstruction, so a slip or shift doesn’t leave you unprotected. The protection device should stay in place and remain attached during the transition; removing it would create a gap in fall protection. Descending and reascending or treating the move as not required goes against safe practice because you’re still crossing a hazard and must remain protected the whole time.