Fall Protection

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Fall Protection

The Fall Protection program provides information for workers who may work at heights over four feet.

Applications for fall protection include rooftops, ladders, scaffolding, and floor and wall openings.

Documents
Fall Hazard Assessment Form
Fall Protection Danger Sign
Ladder Inspection Checklist
Ladder Safety Toolbox Talk - English
Ladders: Correct Selection, Setup, and Use Fact Sheet
Rooftop Fall Protection Guidance Fact Sheet
Rooftop Snow Removal Fact Sheet
Working at Elevations Fact Sheet
Working at Elevations Toolbox Talk - English
External References
OSHA - Fall Protection Quick Card
OSHA - Fall Protection Topic Page
OSHA - Walking and Working Surfaces Topic Page

Department Contact

Mark Collins
Associate Director of Occupational & Facilities Safety
617.496.7168

Did You Know?

Make sure all machine safe guards are in place at all times so that moving parts are not a danger to you and other workers nearby. If machine safety guards are removed due to maintenance ensure that Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols are closely followed.