Fall Protection


New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 13, 2024

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Dec. 13, 2024

This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like safety showers, safety harnesses, safety air guns and earplug holders.

OSHA Cites Illinois Roofing Contractor Again for Ignoring Fall Protection Rules

OSHA Cites Illinois Roofing Contractor Again for Ignoring Fall Protection Rules

Fino Exterior Inc. continues to ignore fall protection requirements, resulting in repeated OSHA citations and significant penalties.

OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor with $287,465 for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

OSHA Fines Illinois Contractor with $287,465 for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

595 Construction LLC exposed workers to repeated fall hazards at residential worksites, continuing a pattern of unsafe practices.

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Nov. 8, 2024

New Products Round-Up: Friday, Nov. 8, 2024

This week’s new safety products enhance workplace safety and productivity with solutions like ion air guns, fall protection calculators, hazardous area indicators and inspection mirrors.

DOL Sues Pennsylvania Manufacturer Over Alleged Worker Retaliation

DOL Sues Pennsylvania Manufacturer Over Alleged Worker Retaliation

Red Lion Controls allegedly fired a worker who raised safety concerns relating to ladder safety.

OSHA Cites Contractors Over Fatal Crane Collapse at Fort Lauderdale High-Rise

OSHA Cites Contractors Over Fatal Crane Collapse at Fort Lauderdale High-Rise

The agency has proposed Phoenix Rigging & Erecting LLC and Maxim Crane Works LP face the maximum allowable total penalties.

Judge Upholds OSHA Findings Relating to Fall Hazards at Rochester, NY, Roofer

Judge Upholds OSHA Findings Relating to Fall Hazards at Rochester, NY, Roofer

Elmer W. Davis Inc. faces two serious violations and $16,782 in penalties.

Put a Ring on It: Selecting the Best Fall Protection Harness Configuration for Workers At-Height

Put a Ring on It: Selecting the Best Fall Protection Harness Configuration for Workers At-Height

Choosing the right fall protection equipment is crucial for protecting workers at-height, but it is equally important that it is correctly used.



Considerations for Selecting Fall Protection PPE

Considerations for Selecting Fall Protection PPE

Understanding types and classes of SRDs, leading edge vs. non-leading edge, solutions for aerial lifts and more.

What Winter Work Hazards Do I Need to Be Worried About?

What Winter Work Hazards Do I Need to Be Worried About?

Winter brings heightened risks for workplace injuries such as slips, cold stress and road accidents, making early preparation for worker safety essential.

How to Choose Between Self-Retracting Devices and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

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How to Choose Between Self-Retracting Devices and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards for Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Self-Retracting Devices (SRDs) and Energy-Absorbing Lanyards (EALs) serve different functions in personal fall arrest systems, with factors such as mobility, cost and maintenance influencing their use in various work environments.

How Safety Training Can Go a Long Way in Preventing Falls at Work

How Safety Training Can Go a Long Way in Preventing Falls at Work

Effective safety training prevents workplace falls by increasing awareness, improving hazard response and fostering proactive measures.

Confined Space Fall Protection: Hazards, Highlights and How to Keep Workers Safe

Confined Space Fall Protection: Hazards, Highlights and How to Keep Workers Safe

Confined spaces present unique fall hazards, but these risks can be mitigated through proper assessment, effective fall protection solutions, and thorough training.

New Jersey Contractor Cited for Safety Violations After Employee’s 80-Foot Fall

New Jersey Contractor Cited for Safety Violations After Employee’s 80-Foot Fall

OSHA proposed $485,580 in penalties to U.S. Tank Painting Inc.

Pennsylvania Roofing Contractor Exposed Children to Deadly Hazards

Pennsylvania Roofing Contractor Exposed Children to Deadly Hazards

S&L Roofing, Gutters, and Siding LLC faces five safety violations and $64,759 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Fines Georgia Construction Contractor for Safety Lapses Following Fatal Worker Fall

OSHA Fines Georgia Construction Contractor for Safety Lapses Following Fatal Worker Fall

NOR-D LLC faces $61,065 in proposed penalties following the death of a 54-year-old worker.

Dock Safety Essentials: Preventing OSHA Violations in the Loading Area

Dock Safety Essentials: Preventing OSHA Violations in the Loading Area

Ensuring strict adherence to OSHA guidelines at loading docks is essential to prevent accidents, protect employee well-being, and avoid significant legal, financial, and reputational consequences.

Evaluating and Upgrading Fall Protection Systems: A Guide for Safety Managers

Evaluating and Upgrading Fall Protection Systems: A Guide for Safety Managers

Staying ahead of the curve requires proactive assessments and enhancements in fall protection.

Avoid Suspension Trauma with a Comprehensive Fall Protection Program

Avoid Suspension Trauma with a Comprehensive Fall Protection Program

Fall protection and awareness of suspension trauma are essential for ensuring workplace safety, as proper equipment use and effective rescue plans can prevent injuries and save lives.

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When Rooftop Safety is in Question, SRC is the Answer

If you’ve spent any amount of time on a commercial roof lately, you know how much is going on up there. It’s a world unto itself.

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