Falls are the number 1 cause of death in the construction industry, and there were more than 400 of them in 2019. One of the best lines of defense against these tragedies is protection equipment coupled with a solid prevention plan. Make sure all equipment between the harness, any guardrails, and lifelines fit and function properly, and test everything before getting started. Get more tips and resources, like OSHA's Fall Protection in Construction Technical Manual, at the Texas Department of Insurance at https://bit.ly/3xYZ1JZ. #ConstructionSafetyWeek
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When was the last time you reviewed your fall protection program? Unfortunately, falls continue to be the leading cause of death in construction and there are many considerations that need to be taken to have a solid fall protection program. Training, proper equipment and a rescue plan is essential. There are many more key components that need to be in place to be safe. Attached is one component to the program. Checking harness on a daily basis is important. The proper equipment in good condition saves lives. #fallprotectionsafety https://lnkd.in/g9mM8Amq
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If you look at OSHA standards as much as I do, I would love to get your opinion. How close to a leading edge is fall protection needed? I don't see any standard that says, verbatim, fall protection is required when one is working 6' from a leading edge. However, in doing research it seems that, through standard interpretations, that 6' is the so called "line" to bring about fall protection. Consider the following standard: 1926.501(b)(2)(ii) Each employee on a walking/working surface 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above a lower level where leading edges are under construction, but who is not engaged in the leading edge work, shall be protected from falling by a guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system.
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Falls remain the leading cause of death in the construction industry, and the Kentucky AGC Self-Insurers' Fund is committed to helping ensure that all residential construction sites are safe for workers. The latest OSHA FAQ on Fall Protection in Residential Construction provides essential guidelines that all construction employers must follow to protect their workers from fall hazards, including: *Use of conventional fall protection systems: guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems. *Alternative fall protection measures for specific jobs. *The need for a site-specific fall protection plan if conventional methods are not feasible or pose greater hazards. Ensure your team is compliant and safe at all times! Learn more about fall protection guidelines by reviewing the following resources: English: https://lnkd.in/g6MFzuib Español: https://lnkd.in/gUcpSPf4 English: https://lnkd.in/g5Z4Mbzc Español: https://lnkd.in/gDsCwv5s #ConstructionSafety #FallProtection #ResidentialConstruction #WorkerSafety #SafetyStandards
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Great information here highlighting the need for better practices around Trenching and Excavation. In spite of continued awareness and enforcement, numbers keep trending up. What are you doing in your sites to make a difference? #trenchingandexcavation #osha #excavationsafety #thebilingualsafetyguy #bestpractices
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From 2011 to 2021, the number of fatal trenching injuries in construction increased 46% (from 13 to 19). Construction trenching injuries accounted for 85% of all fatal trenching injuries. For more information, see our Trenching Injuries and Enforcement Data Bulletin: https://lnkd.in/emM-MTg2
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