What characterizes a Fall Factor of 2?

A Fall Factor of 2 occurs when a climber falls from a height that is twice the length of the rope or lanyard that is being used to catch the fall. This means that if a person is suspended on a rope and falls, the distance they fall is equal to double the amount of rope that they have out.

For example, if a climber is 20 feet above the last point of protection and there is only 10 feet of rope between them and that point, the fall factor would be calculated as the distance fallen (20 feet) divided by the length of rope used (10 feet), resulting in a Fall Factor of 2. This is significant because a Fall Factor of 2 results in increased force on both the climber and the system, which can lead to higher risk of injury or equipment failure.

The other choices do not accurately define or relate to the concept of a Fall Factor of 2 in the context of climbing and rope rescue systems.