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Annual seminars are held by NIOSH to inform employers and workers about fall prevention. By Shereen Hashem Apr 27, 2021 The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), its partners, employees and workers across the country on April 26, 2021 and the week of May 3-7 are holding its second annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Struck-by Incidents and the eighth week-long National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction.* According to a press release, there were more than 1,100 construction deaths in 2019, the highest level since 2011. Fatal falls went all the way up from 3...

In order for a personal fall arrest system to effectively protect workers in the event of a fall, it’s critical that the harness fits properly and is worn as intended. In support of the OSHA-NIOSH-CPWR Campaign to Prevent Falls and National Safety Stand-Down on May 3-7, 2021, CPWR is partnering with the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) to provide an educational webinar on this topic. During this 30-minute presentation followed by Q&A, you’ll hear from the experts at NRCA about how to know whether a harness fits correctly, including demonstrations and descriptions of...

©Fotolia RAW – stock.adobe.com Safety is a non-negotiable aspect of construction, especially in the crane industry where a fall can mean a fatality. Fortunately, these deaths can be prevented by up-to-date precautionary measures designed to keep crane operators and construction workers safe. However, there is still a need for awareness of fall prevention as falls are not eradicated from the industry. During the span from 2011 to 2017, the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries reported 297 total crane-related deaths, says the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In order to prevent fut...

What is a Safety Stand-Down? A Safety Stand-Downis a voluntary worksite event where employers talk to their employees about potential job hazards and the importance of workplace safety programs. National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction week presents an ideal opportunity for managers and staff to discuss fall hazards and fall prevention measures. OSHA encourages anyone involved in the construction industry who wants to prevent workplace hazards to participate in the Stand-Down. How to Conduct a Safety Stand-Down OSHA has provided Determine the best time to have a stand-down at yo...

The eighth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction has been scheduled for May 3-7. OSHA partners with several other organizations each year to promote fall protection training in the construction industry. Employers can find resources on the event's website. Preliminary data has been released on OSHA's 10 most cited violations during fiscal year 2020. Multiple standards shifted positions from the 2019 list, with ladders moving into the top five and lockout/tagout dropping further down the list. However, Fall Protection – General Requirements remains the most frequ...