Safety
Safety
Fall Protection

Fall prevention requirements in Ontario, Canada

Basics of fall protective equipment

Personal fall protection components made by different manufacturers may not be compatible

A toolbox talk on fall protection equipment (pdf)

Safety checklist outline

Details some of the hazards associated with the misapplication of the Y lanyard or double lanyard

A fall from heights hazard warning sign

To help determine ASSE/ANSI Z359 Fall Protection Code

Example of a checklist to assess a fall protection program

Outlines the OSHA minimum requirements

Series of articles related to fall protection equipment and procedures

Understanding the basics of fall protection programs

Sample Fall Protection procedure

To be used at the jobsite

Safety fact sheet outlines requirements for fall protection

Example of a fall protection program

Example of a fall protection program - aircraft maintenance, inspection, and other related work

Fall exposure management

Example of a fall protection program - includes roof inspection and assessment work

A reminder of safe work practices

Full text of federal OSHA Fall Protection Regulations

OSHA Non-Mandatory Guidelines for Complying with 1926.502(k) - 1926 Subpart M App E

Outlines the difference in cost factors relating to when fall protection is introduced in a project

Fall protection requirements for employees working from a "work bridge" in concrete construction work

Describes five deaths resulting from falls through skylights and roof and floor openings

The research identifies a range of interventions aimed at reducing risk taking behaviour

Details some of the hazards associated with the suspended access system - cradles, boatswain's chairs, rope access

Safety guidelines for pole climbing - view online

Full text of OSHA code, New York City Code, Army Corp of Engineer rules on safety netting

A sample program focused on OSHA compliance

Tower Technician Safety

Essential information on workplace hazards related to falls from heights

The fall protection plan is a rarely noticed option