Fall Protection


OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

R&R Construction Services Inc. faces $275,869 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

The partnership will continue working to improve safety for communications tower erection workers for the next five years.

OSHA Launches Regional Emphasis Program Targeting Safety in Landscaping Industry

OSHA Launches Regional Emphasis Program Targeting Safety in Landscaping Industry

This program follows news of high death rates for workers in landscaping and horticulture.

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Overhead Solutions LLC now faces $180,000 in proposed penalties.

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

The new standard becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2024.

Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety

Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety

State safety regulators seek stakeholder feedback on draft changes to fall protection rules.

Florida Grocery Store Faces Hefty Penalties After Fatal Employee Fall

Florida Grocery Store Faces Hefty Penalties After Fatal Employee Fall

Kissimmee Meat & Produce Inc. faces $95,315 in proposed penalties.

Wisconsin Contractor Fined for Fall Hazards, Repeated Violations

Wisconsin Contractor Fined for Fall Hazards, Repeated Violations

Brookens Construction faces hefty penalties after another OSHA inspection.



OSHA’s Maritime Advisory Committee on OSH Meets November 14

OSHA’s Maritime Advisory Committee on OSH Meets November 14

The public can attend the meeting both in person and online.

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

From previous attempts at fall protection to OSHA’s recent proposals, the journey of fall harnesses emphasizes the critical need for PPE that suits every worker, ensuring both safety and compliance.

OSHA Cites South Florida Contractors for Neglecting Fall Protection Standards

OSHA Cites South Florida Contractors for Neglecting Fall Protection Standards

Two contractors face $174,000 in penalties for safety violations.

New Jersey Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Safety Violations

New Jersey Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Safety Violations

The company was cited for exposing workers to fall and struck-by hazards.

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

Sealed Tight Roofing Inc. faces $84,379 in penalties after failing to ensure safety measures.

OSHA Forms Alliance with Lamar Advertising Co. to Bolster Worker Safety

OSHA Forms Alliance with Lamar Advertising Co. to Bolster Worker Safety

The partnership will focus on issues specific to outdoor advertising.

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

The agency proposed $548,801 in fines to the company.

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Strategic Materials Inc. faces $370,995 in proposed penalties.

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

OSHA previously cited Troyer Roofing & Coatings for similar violations in 2015.

Fall Protection: An Ongoing Conversation

Fall Protection An Ongoing Conversation

How can employers develop a comprehensive training program and instilling a safety culture to prevent slips and falls?

OSHA Cites Cheltenham Construction for Repeated Safety Violations

The contractor faces $334,618 in penalties.

OSHA Fines Sonny Steel Erectors for Continued Fall Protection Violations

The Houston-based company faces proposed penalties of $266,416.

Product Showcase

  • The MGC Simple Plus

    The MGC Simple Plus is a simple-to-use, portable multi gas detector that runs continuously for three years without being recharged or routinely calibrated after its initial charge and calibration during manufacturing. The detector reliably tests a worksite’s atmosphere for hydrogen sulfide, carbon monoxide, oxygen and combustible gases (LEL). Its durability enables the detector to withstand the harshest treatment and environments, hence earning it an IP 68 rating. The MGC Simple Plus is also compatible with a variety of accessories, such as the GCT External Pump. Visit gascliptech.com for more information. 3

  • Safety Knives

    The Safety Knife Company has developed a quality range of safety knives for all industries. Designed so that fingers cannot get to the blades, these knives will safely cut through cardboard, tape, strapping, shrink or plastic wrap or a variety of other packing materials. Because these knives have no exposed blades and only cut cardboard deep, they will not only protect employees against lacerations but they will also save product. The Metal Detectable versions have revolutionary metal detectable polypropylene knife bodies specifically for the food and pharmaceutical industries. This material can be detected and rejected by typical detection machines and is X-ray visible. 3

  • SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit

    The SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit is a single-use spot test designed for use in screening for cannabis compounds in any sample type or on any surface. The test is capable of identifying the presumed presence of cannabinoids in very small quantities, with a level of detection as little as 6 μg in mass. Learn more about the SwabTek® Cannabis Test Kit and the rest of SwabTek surface drug testing solutions through the webinar titled "Everything You Want To Know About Surface Testing" 3

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