Differentiate between an eye bolt and a lanyard anchor point.

• A. An eye bolt is a hardware point for attaching lines; a lanyard anchor point is a dedicated fall-protection anchor.
• B. An eye bolt is used for lighting fixtures.
• C. A lanyard anchor point is used to connect rigging lines.
• D. Both serve the same purpose in fall protection.

Answer: (A)

Understanding the difference between an eye bolt and a lanyard anchor point helps you see how rigging and safety equipment are intended to be used in theatre.

An eye bolt is a general hardware point you use to attach lines or rigging to a fixed location. It’s a versatile connector for securing rope or wire rope, but it isn’t specifically designed or rated as a fall-protection anchor. Using it as a fall-arrest anchor can be unsafe if the eye bolt isn’t rated for fall loads or installed properly.

A lanyard anchor point, by contrast, is designed specifically for fall protection. It’s engineered and rated to withstand the dynamic forces of a fall and is used to attach a lanyard or lifeline as part of a harness-based safety system.

So, the best description is that an eye bolt is a hardware point for attaching lines, while a lanyard anchor point is a dedicated fall-protection anchor. The other options don’t fit because they either misstate the purpose of the eye bolt, mischaracterize the lanyard anchor point’s role, or claim they serve the same function.