Fall protection plans don’t stop at harnesses, anchors and other personal protective equipment. They must also include step-by-step instructions for rescue after a fall. Every second counts after a ...

Over the past decade, businesses and regulators have focused more on preventing fatal workplace falls. Unfortunately, falls continue to occur at an alarming rate. Falls are one of the leading causes ...

The Dept. of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration is undertaking a nationwide effort to prevent falls in construction and all other industries. Falls are responsible for more worksite ...

A woman rushes to help a man lying on the ground after a fall. Snellings Law's Free Fall Prevention Guide For Seniors and Their Caregivers Snellings Law highlights risks of slips, trips, and falls and ...

Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Reddit Share on LinkedIn Share via Email Stating a “safety first” philosophy is easy enough for organizations, but it takes deeds to save lives, not just ...

Some activities at Northwestern, such as maintenance and inspections, may require you to access elevated work locations that pose a fall hazard (e.g., rooftops, platforms, and scaffolding). Other work ...