Safety articles on Fall Protection

Always look for areas on the job site that may have floor holes and be aware of holes that may not be adequately marked, covered, barricaded, or guarded.

Because tower climbing is so physically and mentally demanding, preparation is key and all tower climbers must be trained before being allowed to climb.

Guardrails are critical to help prevent falls, but they must be constructed properly and according to the strict OSHA standards set up for guardrails.

There are several fall protection methods that workers can use during roof repair jobs to ensure the work proceeds safely.

When workers are exposed to falling object hazards, they must wear head protection and additional safety measures must be implemented.

This study looks into the causes of fatalities in the construction industry with the intention of learning new methods of preventing worker fatalities.

Floor holes are one area where many workers forget to take the necessary safety measures to protect themselves and their co-workers.

Snow removal operations can be dangerous and workers should be trained on how to safely remove snow from rooftops and other elevated structures.

Despite the emerging sophisticated and innovative fall protection systems, learn more about why fall-related injuries and fatalities are still happening.