FALL PROTECTION

Falls are among the leading causes of serious workplace injuries and fatalities. It is critical to implement effective fall protection measures whenever working at heights. See below for information to ensure the safety of all personnel.

• Equipment

  Equipment associated with fall protection (ropes, harnesses, ladders, scaffolding, etc.) must be inspected before each work shift or after any event that could affect its integrity, and removed from use if damaged or defective. Walking and working surfaces must be inspected frequently to identify, correct and plan protection for potential fall hazards.

• Training

  Employees must be trained and equipped to prevent injuries associated with slip, trip and fall hazards. Employees assigned to train other employees shall be trained through a qualified fall protection training program.
  
  Course EOS 036 is required prior to, or at time of, initial assignment and at least annually thereafter for employees working at or above 6 feet.