Fall Protection in Construction

This course covers fall prevention measures required in the construction industry.

We'll discuss the areas of a job site that require fall protection and the types of protection that might be used, including guardrails, safety net systems, and personal fall arrest systems. We'll also discuss how to inspect fall protection equipment.

You'll learn about your employer's responsibilities for fall protection, such as identifying and evaluating fall hazards, creating fall protection plans, providing training, and selecting fall protection measures compatible with the type of work being performed.

Important topics covered in this course include:

• OSHA requirements for when and how to use fall protection
• Fall protection with unprotected, leading sides and edges
• Avoiding falling objects and struck-by hazards
• Using guardrails, personal fall arrest, warning lines, and safety monitoring systems
• Training requirements
• Safety equipment inspection procedures

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