Roof anchor points are safety devices that are attached to the roof of a building (or other tall structure) when a person is working at heights. Roof anchor points form part of a fall arrest system that prevents dangerous falls. It does so by absorbing the energy when someone starts to fall and only allows them to move a very short distance. When are roof anchor points used? When you’re working at heights, roof anchor points are essential safety equipment—in most situations they are a legal requirement under Work Health and Safety legislation. There are many different kinds of jobs