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How to Prevent Unauthorized Roof Access

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about safety at your construction site, warehouse or other company buildings? More than likely, you’re thinking of minimizing the risks of employees getting critically or fatally injured. Rightly so. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 4,764 deaths were attributed to workplace injuries

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An Architect’s Choice: Aluminum vs. Steel Ladders

As an architect, ensuring a building’s safety is paramount. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), falls are the number one cause of death in the construction industry. Utilizing safety equipment like fixed ladders is critical to eliminate those preventable deaths and reduce injuries. When deciding what type of ladder

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You Could Be Liable for Lack of Safety Systems

You need to provide safe procedures and materials for your employees and ensure your rooftops have the safety systems to protect them. Otherwise, you could be liable if someone falls from a height while at work.  Creating a safe environment for your workers minimizes the chance of anyone experiencing a

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OSHA’s New Fixed Ladder Standards: Phasing Out Cages

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) ladder standards are intended to keep workers safe and limit the number of fall-related injuries and deaths. It is important to understand these standards so your workplace is compliant and your employees can be safe. Understanding the Fixed Ladder Standards OSHA created fixed

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Use Cases for Guardrails

It’s no secret that working at heights comes with numerous safety risks that can lead to serious injuries and even death. According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 805 fall-related worker deaths in 2020 alone. This number is particularly high in occupations that require individuals to work on

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When It’s Time to Update Your Fixed Ladder System

When your workers perform rooftop jobs, your number one priority is their safety. A variety of equipment exists for just that reason. Proper safety assurance is a process that develops through changing equipment and regulations, which is why you should always be aware of reasons to repair or update your

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How to Set Up a Fall Protection Safety Plan

Workplace safety is crucial to keeping employees safe. In 2019 alone, 880 workers died as a result of falling at their jobs. Setting up a fall protection safety plan can help you prevent events like this at your job sites. These plans require significant amounts of careful consideration to ensure the fall

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The Dangers of Various Roof Slopes

Keeping your crews safe and protected as they work on rooftops is vital to the success of your operation. Work crews need to understand the different hazards and dangers that each type of roof slope poses. If you’re regularly working on roofs, then you’ll certainly want to understand the dangers

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Common Roof Hazards

A solid and reliable roof is one of the most crucial elements of a safe building. Regular maintenance and repairs are important to keep your roof in proper working order. However, serious bodily injury can occur if workers are not careful when performing repairs.  You need to know how to identify any fall warning

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