Is my fall clearance sufficient? Am I perhaps too heavy—or even too light—for the system? A widespread misconception claims that tear‑webbing energy absorbers always deploy to their full length. In this presentation, we debunk common myths surrounding EN 355. We explain why fall dynamics in real‑world scenarios are often far less severe than the extreme conditions simulated in standard testing—provided the anchor point is chosen correctly. You’ll learn how the interaction between fall factor, user weight, and the deliberate selection of the anchorage point maximizes safety while effectively minimizing the required fall clearance.