Work At Height Training and Regulations

Jobs that require an employee to work at heights where no guardrails or safety nets can be implemented call for fall protection equipment such as fall arrest harnesses and lines. This is an area where many companies fail to comply. The result can be a severe injury, and in some cases, death. OSHA has implemented stiff fines for companies that don't provide fall arrest harnesses and the training required for their use.

Properly Use the Equipment

Fall protection equipment does no good if it isn't properly utilized. Knowing the purpose of each piece of equipment and how it is used is a must, especially if you are trying to keep your employees from being injured while they are on the job. For employers, the first step is buying the right fall arrest harnesses for their type of work. 

The second step is providing each employee with the training they need to use the harnesses to their full advantage. Training for fall protection is not only essential, it is a lifesaver.

Know When to Use the Equipment

Many jobs only require work at specific heights when repairs need to be made. It's important to for employees to get into the habit of collecting their fall protection equipment and utilizing it every time they do a job where there are no guardrails or safety nets to protect them from injuries if they fall or lose their balance. 

Each employee should be assigned their own harness that is put together and adjusted specifically to their size and weight. This adds an additional level of protection that is essential for their safety.

Rope rescue equipment and technical rope training are important to our team. When your employees are required to use fall protection equipment, like fall arrest harnesses and rigging, please reach out to your AHS Rescue support team. 

We know how crucial the right equipment and right education are for avoiding fines and avoiding employee harm.  Also, please call us to schedule a training workshop for high angle rescues or rope access training today so that your employees can remain safe and confident while doing their job!