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A fall hazard is any risk of injury involving above-ground, multi-level duties, or hazards on the job site that make workers prone to trips, slips or falls. Falls are dangerous and a frequent cause of fatal injuries, hospital trips, and worker’s compensation payouts. While fall hazards are present nearly everywhere, those working in industrial, construction, and tower-climbing jobs should be extra mindful. The most cited OSHA violation in the U.S. is fall protection compliance. In fact, the …

It’s time for National Safety Stand-Down Week. From May 1 to May 5, 2023, OSHA encourages employers across industries prone to workplace fall hazards to set aside time to learn more about fall safety hazards and prevention. You can participate by hosting a Safety Stand-Down, using educational materials from participating organizations, and ensuring you have the correct PPE for work. The most crucial part of any workday, no matter what industry you’re in, starts with making sure you can …

Improper use of ladders are one of the leading causes of accidents and injuries in the U.S. For its seventh year, the American Ladder Institute (ALI) is sponsoring National Ladder Safety Month to raise awareness on ladder safety. They hope to decrease the number of ladder-related injuries and fatalities both at home and in the workplace by focusing on learning how to use this equipment safely. Use the right type of ladder for the job and maintain good climbing habits to avoid falling.Just about …

Accidents can still happen no matter how much foresight goes into a job to prevent them. For workers working at elevated heights, that accident could be a tool suddenly falling off a ledge, potentially striking someone below you. A falling tool or object can easily cause a serious injury or even death. If an eight-pound wrench falls 200 feet down, it can approach a speed of nearly 80 miles an hour—no matter how great your head protection is, that’s a lot of force in a very small area that a l …

Work done in confined spaces and high places has something in common: the need for fall protection equipment. This gear can help workers avoid falling in the first place, arrest their fall so they don’t hit a lower level, and keep them in place until they can be brought back up. But PPE is the last line of defense in the event of an accident and should be a part of a complete fall rescue plan. Prevent injuries and death by being prepared for fall hazards and confined space dangers. The …

Out of 1,061 construction employee fatalities in 2019, 401 of them were preventable deaths caused by falls from elevation. OSHA's 8th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction event was created to raise awareness and stop injuries and fatalities from falls across the country. This year, the event takes place from May 3-7, 2021.What is a Safety Stand-Down?A Safety Stand-Down is a voluntary event where employers and employees talk directly to each other about safety. …

PK Safety has been carrying top safety supply equipment and brands for years. We’re especially proud of our 3M Fall Protection and other PPE: 3M’s mission to develop new and innovative products and provide science-based answers to workplace and world safety issues makes them a brand we’re confident carrying. True to their mission, they have several programs available for anyone trying to be safer on the job, and some special opportunities for PK Safety customers. 3M Occupational Scholar …

Nothing could be more important than having the right fall protection equipment when working high up off the ground. Your employees need to know that they will be safe if a fall should occur, but a full body safety harness can easily cause problems if it’s not installed correctly. The straps and hooks will pull tight against the wearer when they are floating in the air, which can lead to circulation issues, numbness, or fainting. Your employees should also be comfortable on the job without their …

No two work sites are the same, but for those industries that pose a fall hazard risk, a lot of the protections will look similar. However, some work sites require different types of fall protection equipment. Employers unsure of the exact solution for their job site will turn to the hierarchy of fall protection: a graded system that examines safety practices and data to help implement a fall prevention plan. Listed in order from the most to least effective solutions, here are the controls …

Properly used, fall protection equipment will prevent your workers from impacting the ground, but you still have to find a way to get them down from height. Every minute matters when it comes to rescuing one of your employees after a fall. According to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), "suspension in a fall arrest device can result in unconsciousness, followed by death, in less than 30 minutes." Read on find out how you can best prepare for a fall. The Dangers o …