Fall Protection/Eliminating Falls
Objective: Learn to identify conditions and behaviors that cause falls
Preventive Measures
Stairways
- Carrying objects that block the view of the steps
- Running
- Failure to use handrail
- Working in areas cluttered by objects
- Inattention
Ladders
- Use of ladders that do not suit the job
- Use of ladders that are in poor condition
- Improper ladder placement
- Improper ladder use
- Reaching/leaning too far
- Using a step ladder that is too short
Scaffolds
- Using scaffolds without guard rails or toe boards
- Using poorly constructed scaffolds
- Using scaffolds without bracing to prevent sway
- Rushing work
Floor Openings
- Working around uncovered floor openings
- Working near floor openings that have been insufficiently covered
- Working around floor openings that have been insufficiently marked
Wall Openings
- Failing to ensure that wall openings are barricaded
- Working near wall openings that may break easily
- Failing to tie-off when working near exposed wall openings