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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) offers a national campaign, Safety Stand Down, Fall Prevention from May 2 - 6 to raise awareness on preventing falls in construction. Though the campaign targets construction work, fall prevention applies to any industry, organization or individual.
Ladders
- Choose the right ladder for the job
- Always ascend and descent the ladder while facing it
- Maintain three points of contact on the ladder at all times
- Secure all ladders before use
Heights
- If required, wear a harness and always stay connected
- Ensure the correct fit of harness
- Use guardrails and lifelines
- Inspect all fall protection prior to usage
- Guard and cover all holes, skylights and openings
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