Fall prevention - Articles - Page 23

Hybrid Hog Dual-Class Self-Retracting Devices Meet Both Class A and Class B Guidelines

October 1, 2019

The Hybrid Hog Dual Class Self-Retracting Lifeline (SRL) gives Class A and Class B fall protection in a single device while meeting standards for both classes.

Fall Protection Leads OSHA Top 10 Most Cited Violations of 2019

September 25, 2019

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OSHA and the National Safety Council have once again named fall protection - general requirements as the top workplace hazard on its annual Top 10 list.

Ohio Roofing Contractor Imprisoned After Employee’s Fatal Fall

September 24, 2019

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An Ohio roofing contractor has been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter regarding an employee falling to their death.

Roofing Contractors Get Rescue Ready

Rooftop risk assessment is a necessary stop on every job before an accident occurs.

Chip Macdonald

August 26, 2019

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Last season, I spotted more than a dozen mostly residential crews working without fall protection.

FallTech Rotating Deck Anchor

July 29, 2019

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The new reusable Rotating Deck Anchor is designed for maximum versatility and safety in temporary fall arrest applications.

The Benefits of Rooftop Warning Line Systems for Roofing Contractors

An efficient warning line system reduces labor, gives the crew a quicker start, and is an integral part of the job.

May 29, 2019

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Efficient handling, a few tricks, and a smart game plan make an effective warning line that protects workers, reduces labor, and increases production.