National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction set for May 1-5
Washington — The 10th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is slated for May 1-5.
The voluntary event is intended to prevent fall-related deaths and injuries by raising awareness of hazards. Falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death in the industry, accounting for 351 of the 1,008 construction fatalities recorded in 2020, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
OSHA encourages all workplaces to participate by hosting an event, which can include a toolbox talk or a safety activity such as developing rescue plans, conducting safety equipment inspections or discussing job-specific hazards. Workers can take the opportunity to share job hazards with management. On its website, the agency shares highlights of past events from around the country.
OSHA invites employers to share their stand-down stories by emailing [email protected] or using the hashtag #StandDown4Safety on social media.
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