Falls remain one of OSHA’s most frequently cited violations — and with good reason. They continue to be the leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in construction and facility maintenance.

To keep up with the evolving technologies and related equipment in the fall protection industry, the ANSI/ASSP Z359 standards—or Fall Protection Code—are continuously advancing to provide ...

If you’ve ever experienced an unexpected visit from an OSHA inspector, you know how important it is to be prepared. If you haven’t, consider this: OSHA has jurisdiction over 7 million worksites and, ...

The Safety Configurator puts the power of system design directly into the hands of safety professionals, facility managers, contractors, and building owners. Users can build complete rooftop guardrail ...

Each year, OSHA releases new rules and modifies its safety standards. As a result, it is crucial for businesses and construction companies to stay up-to-date with these changes. This will not only ...

General Industry Fall Safety Standards: While construction codes govern activities during the erection or renovation of a structure, General Industry codes extend to ongoing maintenance and operation.

Annual fall protection inspections and pull tests are mandated by OSHA, ANSI, and often insurance providers to ensure that anchor points, guardrails, and lifelines can support the required loads.

The last earthly contact Siarhei Marhunou had with a construction material was with a 2 x 4 that was part of a protective guardrail on the balcony where he had been installing siding. The barrier had ...

Diversified Fall Protection, which is backed by North Branch Capital, has acquired Hazelwood, Missouri-based Fall Protection Systems, a provider of engineered fall protection systems and related kits, ...

As crisp and colorful leaves begin to fall and a chill ruffles the air, that can only mean one thing: It's time for Long Islanders to make sure home is prepared for fall, and the even colder winter ...