At what height should the connection of a Y-lanyard to an anchorage be set when attached to your back d-ring?

The correct answer is that the connection of a Y-lanyard to an anchorage should be set at shoulder level or above when attached to your back d-ring. This practice is essential for maintaining safety while working at heights.

Attaching the lanyard at shoulder level or higher helps to minimize free fall distances and allows for better distribution of forces on the body in the event of a fall. When the connection point is higher, it also ensures that the worker remains more upright during a fall, which reduces the risk of injury.

Setting the connection point at waist level, head level, or leg level does not provide optimal fall protection and may increase the risk of serious injury. Waist level connections can lead to falls where the body pivots at the waist, causing strain on the lower back. Similarly, connections at head or leg levels are non-ideal, as they may not effectively arrest a fall or keep the worker in a safer position.