OSHA Compliance | Safety Counselling

How Do You Choose the Right Fall Protection Equipment for a Jobsite?

Choosing the right fall protection equipment starts with understanding the jobsite hazards, not picking out a safety harness. Employers must consider where employees will work, how they could fall, which OSHA regulations apply, and whether the hazard can be eliminated or controlled before relying on personal fall protection equipment. The safest equipment choice is a…

What Are OSHA’s Fall Protection Training Requirements for Employers?

OSHA requires employers to train workers who are exposed to covered fall hazards so they can recognize those hazards and understand the procedures and equipment needed to work safely. Training must address the employee’s actual job duties, and employers must provide additional training when changing conditions or gaps in employee knowledge make it necessary. Two…