Applying Hierarchy of Fall Protection Controls Saves Lives, Money

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By Philip Jacklin Falls continue to be a leading cause of death and injury on construction sites. Per Occupational Safety and Health Administration 1926.501, employers must protect construction workers in an environment with the potential to fall 6 feet or more to the next lower level. (Note that general industry companies must adhere to OSHA 1910 and must be protected at 4 feet or more.) On a typical jobsite, the next lower level could be an elevator shaft, several floors of unfinished framing, steel beams, rebar, heavy machinery, the hard earth below or even an excavation pit underneath that. The … Read more

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Stay Compliant in 2024 + Beyond

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Navigating inspection, recertification standards for fall protection By Phil Jacklin In the challenging field of work-at-heights, compliance with inspection and recertification standards isn’t just about ticking boxes — it’s pivotal for ensuring worker safety and organizational resilience. And, as a superintendent, it’s important you’re in the loop about these vital regulations. Understanding fall protection inspection standards The following inspection standards are fundamental for maintaining equipment integrity and ensuring the safety of your crew on the jobsite. For this reason, many of these practices are required for compliance with consensus standards, including the ANSI/ASSP Z359 Fall Protection Code Package. In addition, … Read more

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Building a New Reality for Safety Training

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By Dan Ruane Even as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration demands a high standard, construction safety continues to be an area of opportunity for the industry. As the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 1,008 fatalities in 2020, there remains a compelling need for improvement. All workers have the right to a safe work environment, and jobsite safety should always be a top priority for any construction company. Beyond the moral obligation, it makes financial sense. A U.S. National Safety Council survey reveals that each dollar invested in safety measures returns $2 in avoided costs. The challenge: traditionally, safety … Read more

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Diversified Fall Protection Announces Two Acquisitions

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Diversified Fall Protection has completed two acquisitions of fall protection companies: Versatile Systems, Inc., based in Valencia, California, and Rooftop Anchor, Inc., headquartered in Heber City (Salt Lake City), Utah. Versatile is a turnkey provider of fall protection solutions and RTA is a leader in rooftop and suspended access fall protection solutions. Terms of the transactions were not announced. Versatile offers a complete fall protection capabilities portfolio, including engineering, design, fabrication, installation and training. It offers extensive experience in specific California regulations and applications, and detailed OSHA and ANSI-certified inspections. RTA designs, engineers, manufacturers, inspects and tests fall protection systems … Read more

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New Heavy-Duty, High-Visibility Vest Includes Added Safety, Functionality Features 

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Pyramex introduces its Heavy-Duty Utility Vest (RVZT44B Series). In addition to a bevy of handy features, this hi-vis ultra-lightweight vest is built tough to withstand day in and day out use. The back features a D-Ring pass-through slot for ease of use with a fall protection harness. It also has a reach-through pocket with a zipper closure on the back for access to construction plans, a clipboard or tablet. The vest has a solid black front bottom that includes an inner microfiber towel, making cleaning eyewear a breeze. The vest also includes metal front grommets, accessory loops, mic tabs and … Read more

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