Fall Protection Blog
Issues with Fragmented Fall Protection Programs
Significant fall incidents do not happen often, but when they do, the physical and emotional toll is catastrophic. While we often look for a single, disastrous mistake in the wake of an accident, the reality…
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The Heavy Responsibility of Growth: Why Safety Must Scale with Production
When manufacturing facilities increase production, add shifts or bring new personnel onto the floor, their safety programs need to keep pace. Changes to equipment, access routes and maintenance tasks can introduce hazards that an earlier…
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OSHA Fall Protection for Facility Managers: General Industry and the 2026 Citation Rankings
For facility managers, fall protection starts with the work being performed. General-industry tasks are covered by applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements in 29 CFR 1910. Construction work is covered by applicable 29…
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Roof Edge Fall Protection: Controlling One of the Most Common Rooftop Hazards
Roof edges are consistently among the most dangerous fall hazards at any commercial or industrial facility. Any worker who accesses a rooftop—for any reason—is exposed without proper protection. Here’s what facility managers, EHS professionals, and contractors need to know to stay OSHA-compliant.
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Fall Protection for Data Centers: Keeping Workers Safe in the AI Infrastructure Boom
Data center construction is the fastest-growing segment in the entire U.S. construction industry with over $88 billion in projects starting in the first half of 2026 alone. But with that boom comes a critical challenge most facilities overlook: fall protection compliance. Here's…
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5 Critical Fall Protection Failures That Put Workers at Risk (And How to Prevent Them)
TL;DR Most fall protection failures come down to preventable mistakes: using unverified anchor points, miscalculating fall clearance, skipping inspections, choosing the wrong system for the hazard, and sending workers to height without proper training or competent oversight. Preventing serious incidents requires more…
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Crossover Platforms for Fall Protection: OSHA Requirements, Types, and Selection Guide
TL;DR Crossover platforms provide a safe, permanent way for workers to pass over floor-level obstacles like pipes, conveyors, and machinery. Instead of climbing or taking unsafe shortcuts, workers use a structure with built-in guardrails, stairs or ladders, and slip-resistant surfaces. OSHA requires…
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Portable Fall Protection: Safety That Goes Where You Go
TL;DR Portable fall protection anchors provide safe, OSHA-compliant tie-off points for jobs where permanent systems aren’t practical. They can be quickly deployed, moved between work areas, and reused across projects without damaging structures. From rooftops and beams to confined spaces and open…
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At What Height Is Fall Protection Required?
Fall protection is required when workers are exposed to a fall hazard of 4 feet or more in general industry, 6 feet or more in construction, and 10 feet or more for scaffolding work, according to OSHA regulations. However, employers must provide…
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3 Real Incidents That Prove Why Workplace Safety Can’t Be Ignored
TL;DR Major workplace disasters often stem from the same preventable failures: ignoring visible hazards, neglecting equipment maintenance, and failing to enforce safety protocols. From structural collapse to explosions and fall incidents, these tragedies show that safety must be prioritized over production, with…
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