Fall Protection Overview OSHA has developed this webpage to provide workers and employers useful, up-to-date information on fall protection. Why is fall protection important? Falls are among the most …

Fall protection, for activities not in the construction industry, is addressed in specific standards for the general industry and maritime. This section highlights OSHA standards and documents related to fall …

Generally, fall protection can be provided through the use of guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems. OSHA refers to these systems as conventional fall protection.

Establishes performance criteria for personal fall protection equipment and systems in construction and demolition and provides guidelines, recommendations for their use and inspection.

Whether conducting a hazard assessment or developing a comprehensive fall protection plan, thinking about fall hazards before the work begins will help the employer to manage fall hazards and focus …

The video features oil and gas extraction workers talking about their use of fall protection and sharing their personal stories about why fall protection should always be worn when working at height.

Fall protection, for activities not in the construction industry, is addressed in specific standards for the general industry, shipyard employment, marine terminals and longshoring industry.

Workers who are six feet or more above lower levels are at risk for serious injury or death if they should fall. To protect these workers, employers must provide fall protection and the right equipment for the …

Aug 9, 1994 · An OSHA study involving 99 fall-related fatalities (Ex. 3-3) suggests that virtually all of those deaths could have been prevented by the use of guardrails, body belts, body harnesses, safety …

Each employee 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above dangerous equipment shall be protected from fall hazards by guardrail systems, personal fall arrest systems, or safety net systems.