Each year, many workers are hurt or killed as a result of falls in the workplace. Falls are usually complex events that involve a variety of factors. For that reason, the OSHA fall protection standard deals with both human- and equipment-related issues for protecting workers from fall hazards. This training will cover systems and procedures designed to prevent falls off, onto or through working levels and to protect workers from being struck by falling objects. Ideal learners are workers who work at heights, including on ladders and aerial lifts.
Falls are the leading cause of death in construction and account for over 300 worker fatalities annually. OSHA penalties for fall protection violations can reach $16,550 per serious violation and $165,514 for willful/repeat violations.
This course is designed for construction workers, maintenance staff, warehouse personnel, retail employees, healthcare workers, and custodial staff — anyone who works on elevated surfaces, ladders, or in environments with slip/trip hazards.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Fall Protection (29 CFR 1926.501) has been OSHA's #1 most-cited standard for over a decade. OSHA requires fall protection at 4 feet in general industry, 6 feet in construction, and training for all workers exposed to fall hazards.
This course covers the following OSHA and industry standards:
This course provides a certificate of completion. For the official OSHA (DOL) wallet card required on most job sites, enroll in OSHA 10-Hour ($59) or OSHA 30-Hour (from $159) training.
Finish this 43-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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