Video: Falls in Construction/Reroofing

This OSHA prevention video looks at preventing falls during construction on roofs

April 10, 2013

Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA)

White Cap has also acquired Crimson Steel Supply, LLC (Crimson Steel), a distributor and fabricator of engineered steel rebar and structural steel products serving non-residential and infrastructure end markets.

White Cap Expands Reach in Oklahoma, Oregon

White Cap has acquired Bend Construction - a supplier of struts, fasteners, anchors, and concrete accessories and products - and Crimson Steel - a distributor and fabricator of engineered steel rebar and structural steel products.

The Port of Baltimore is used by many of the largest construction machinery manufacturers.

Construction Supply Chain and the Baltimore Bridge Collapse

How much will construction and other supply chains be impacted by the collapse of the Baltimore Bridge and the suspension of traffic through the Port of Baltimore? End users may temporarily face delays and increases.

Emerging technologies and advancements including visual intelligence, sensors, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, robotics, immersive collaboration and 3D printing are surging in popularity among contractors and construction professionals.

Construction Trends for 2024

While the industry will continue to go through transformation like many others, those willing to marry the fundamentals of the craft with new technology and sustainable building methods can continue to experience great success in 2024 and beyond.

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How Rental Centers Can Educate Customers on Work-at-Height Safety

Rental businesses should take advantage of National Employee Safety Month and get customers, and employees, up-to-date on safety and working efficiently with these latest work-at-height stats, equipment comparisons, and tips.

Werner Fall Protection Expansion

Werner Fall Protection Anchorage Connectors

Line includes Removable Bolt Concrete Anchors, Mega-Swivel Anchors, I-Beam Sliding and Fixed Anchors, Toggle Bolt Anchor, Rescue Ladders and more.

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JLG Supports OSHA’s National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls

JLG will participate in OSHA’s 8th annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, which takes place the week of May 3-7 and gives companies an opportunity to provide important safety training to help minimize the risks associated with falls.

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2021 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction: Official Kick-off with OSHA, NIOSH & CPWR

May 3, 2021April 23, 2021

To kick-off the campaign, leaders from OSHA, NIOSH and CPWR will share the latest data related to OSHA enforcement, incident rates and underlying causes of falls, plus real-life stories and new fall prevention resources.

Fall Harness Fit: The Basics

April 28, 2021April 28, 2021

During this 30-minute presentation followed by Q&A, you’ll hear from the experts at NRCA about how to know whether a harness fits correctly, including demonstrations and descriptions of how it should look and feel when on, and why fit is so important.

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Proper Care for Your Fall Arrest Harness

Just like the importance of washing the salt off your car in the winter, cleaning your PPE occasionally will pay in the long run.

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Malta Dynamics Develops New Adjustable Restraint Lanyards

Malta Dynamics announces the release of new adjustable restraint lanyards, featuring durable 1-inch polyester webbing with a tensile strength of 9,800 pounds.

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Werner Leading Edge Fall Protection Lanyards

Lanyards have been tested and approved for leading edge use over steel beams, B-Deck and precast concrete.

A harness/lanyard does not prevent a fall, but rather stops the wearer from reaching the ground in the event a fall occurs.

What to Know and Do to Reduce Fall Risks on Construction Jobsites

The best line of defense against a fall-related fatality or injury is to take steps to prevent falls in the first place. When elimination of the risk isn’t possible, knowing how to reduce it is key.

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JLG Joins ALI’s Ladder Safety Month Initiatives

American Ladder Institute (ALI) is hosting the 5th annual National Ladder Safety Month Feb. 22 through March 31

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Virtual Reality: A ‘Just-In-Time' Technology for a COVID World

Serious Labs’ mission of revolutionizing the way people learn with VR simulators is right in line with COVID’s ever-present consequence of change.

Ring Power Utility Equipment Utilizes the Terex Positive Attachment Lanyard

PAL provides audio and visual warnings when controls are engaged and the lanyard has not been attached to the lanyard anchor in the bucket. The system is designed to reduce the chance of an operator elevating the bucket without a lanyard attached.

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Fall Protection Updates from STAFDA 2020

Werner featured fall protection products and equipment in the 2020 Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association STAFDA Virtual event.

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Pure Safety Group Checkmate Xplorer Industrial Full-body Harness

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OSHA Webinar Launches 7th Annual National Stand-Down To Prevent Falls

Webinar on September 14 will kick-off the week-long National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction.

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Guardian Retractable HLL

PSG's Guardian Retractable HLL (horizontal lifeline) is for use in either fall arrest or fall restraint applications.

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How to Prevent Winter Weather Slips, Trips and Falls

Muddy, wet and icy walking and working surfaces contribute to higher rates of injury during the winter months, but these types of accidents are preventable.

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TVH Wants to Help Keep You Compliant

Although ANSI has pushed back the deadline from December to early 2020, it's still the perfect time to start transitioning your mobile elevated work platforms

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Autodesk and AGC Grant Program Will Provide Custom-Fitting Safety Harnesses for Women

Grant program to help address industry need for better-fitting personal protective equipment (PPE) for women working at heights

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Rotating Deck Anchor

Rotating Deck Anchor with 360° self-orienting D-ring for use in temporary and reusable applications.

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[VIDEO] Fall Arrested? Suspension Trauma is Why You Must Have a Rescue Plan

Hanging in a fall-safety harness too long can cause suspension trauma; this recorded webinar explains how you can prevent injury after averting a fatality

Roofing Contractor Hit with $1.8 Million OSHA Penalty for Fatal Fall

The contractor has also been indicted for workplace manslaughter

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Werner Adds Relief Handle to Blue Armor, LiteFit Fall Protection Harnesses

In the event of a fall, these harnesses help users achieve a gravity override position to relieve pressure on their femoral arteries while they await rescue.

WernerCo Targets Training 17,000 Construction Pros for National Safety Stand-Down Initiative

Fall protection and ladder safety training will take place at more than 200 Safety Stand-Down events