Fall Prevention Safe Work Practices for Construction

Overview

Falls from elevation is a leading cause of fatalities, especially in the construction industry. Most of these fatalities involve working from unprotected height or not wearing or inadequate personal fall arrest systems.

Safety and Health Topics

Personal Protective Equipment

Steel Erection

Stairways and Ladders

Competent Person

Scaffolding

Fall Prevention

Tools, Materials and Resources

Falls eTool

Access Federal OSHA's eTool for preventing falls.

Fall Prevention Training Materials

Provides example presentations for fall hazards.

Employer Resources and Tools

Provides various resources and useful tools for employers.

Standards Information

Various employer tools for meeting the requirements of the standards.

Publications

Access hazard alerts, Labor Law posters, fact sheets and industry guides.