Safety articles on Fall Protection

Worker Demonstrating Fall Rescue Basics
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Personnel Working at Heights Need a Fall Rescue Plan

Workers in many industries face potential fall hazards. Any organization that has personnel working at heights should have a fall rescue plan implemented.

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Construction Worker Installing Fall Protection Guardrails
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Fall Protection System Failures That Can Be Prevented

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

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A worker wearing a hard hat and a safety vest demonstrating how to wear a personal fall arrest system shown from the front and the back.
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Personal Fall Arrest Systems are Critical Fall Protection

Fall hazards are recognized as one of the OSHA Big Four. Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS) are commonly used by workers when serious fall hazards exist.

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Worker on roof making repairs.
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Fall Protection Safety for Roof Repairs to Protect Workers

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

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Stairway Still Under Construction
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Safety Considerations for Stairways on Construction Sites

Safety tips on how to keep workers safe when the stairways are under construction, like the ones being built and used at construction sites.

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Person Stepping into Construction Floor Hole
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All About Floor Holes: OSHA's Fall Protection Standards

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.

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Construction Worker Inspecting, Then Wearing Personal Fall Protection System (PFAS)
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Train Employees to Inspect and Wear Their PFAS Correctly

Personal Fall Arrest Systems can be tricky, so employees must know how to wear them correctly and what to look for during a PFAS inspection.

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