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Fall protection and the Hierarchy of Controls

Regarding fall protection, should we focus on the latest “gadgets” or the basic hierarchy of addressing the risk of gravity?
July 26, 2020
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Regarding fall protection, should we focus on the latest “gadgets” or the basic hierarchy of addressing the risk of gravity?
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High-heat harness

January 26, 2020
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The Werner H913001 Welding High Heat Harness is specifically designed for welding applications that have potential exposure to welding spatter.
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Safe scaffolding

Investments in training and materials can help prevent incidents
December 20, 2019
Barry Bottino
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Over the past decade, the scaffolding standard has been a mainstay on OSHA’s annual “Top 10” list of most frequently cited violations. Experts say training and a small financial investment are the easiest path to compliance.
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After a fall from height

What are the health risks associated with a post-fall condition? How can fall protection harnesses mitigate these risks?
December 20, 2019
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What are the health risks associated with a post-fall condition? How can fall protection harnesses mitigate these risks?
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Trends in ... fall protection

October 27, 2019
Tracy Haas Depa
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Safety+Health spoke with Melissa Black, president of consulting firm MsR3 LLC and an adjunct professor in occupational safety and health at Orange Beach, AL-based Columbia Southern University, to get her thoughts on what’s new in the fall protection field, how workers can avoid misuse and how workers can best stay safe.


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