Items Tagged with 'Fall prevention'

This “Industry Insights” guide from Kee Safety explains the differences between Kee Klamp fittings and fabricated railings.

More than 1 in 4 adults age 65 or older fall each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 3 million older people are treated in ERs for fall-related injuries. Why is this happening?

Download this guide from Winter Walking to identify the best traction aids for your organization.

Rockville, MD — OSHA requirements for mechanical service and mechanical construction on low-slope roofs – and the differences between them – are the topic of a new poster from the Mechanical Contractors Association of America.

Denver — Deaths and serious injuries resulting from falls in the construction industry in recent years have prompted OSHA to launch an initiative to inspect worksites across Colorado’s Front Range, Montana and South Dakota on weekends, “when many employers typically do not monitor their jobsites well.”

“Whether it’s walking the factory floor, taking a stroll outside during a break or getting from one meeting to another, we’re on our feet at least part of the day,” the National Safety Council says. “With all of that foot traffic, there’s always the potential for a fall.”

In Episode 26, the S+H editorial team examines how language barriers can affect workplace safety. In addition, Jessica Bunting, director of the Research to Practice initiative at CPWR, discusses the ninth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, set for May 2-6.

Washington — The ninth annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is set for May 2-6.

Fall hazards are a common problem across multiple industries and workplaces.

The National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction is an annual event. But employers should focus on fall prevention all year.