A worker falls, but his personal fall arrest system stops his descent. Now the worker is suspended in midair and screaming for help. What do you do? This can be a chilling moment if you do not have a plan. This course highlights common considerations in fall protection rescue planning and provides advice for reducing post-fall suspension trauma. It is ideal for workers, supervisors and managers.
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 12-minute course at your own pace. Certificate of completion included.
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