Construction Safety Series: Fall Protection

Every year over 10,000 people are killed and over 200,000 are disabled as a result of falls. Falls are the third leading cause of work-related fatalities. And 85% of all falls that occur on the job result in lost time. With these kind of dangers, it is easy to see why using fall prevention measures on a work site can save lives and money. In fact, as of February 1995, OSHA has mandated training for fall prevention in many work environments. With so much danger present when working above the gr

OSHA Code: 1926.502
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Fall Factors: Understanding & Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls

This program will help prevent fall-related incidents by providing viewers with an understanding of the factors involved in every fall as well as the common hazards and unsafe actions that make a fall much more likely. Also reviewed are the techniques and safe work practices that we can use to control the factors that contribute to slip, trips and falls.

OSHA Code: 1910.136, 29 USC 654
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Fall Prevention In The Workplace

Every year more than 11,000 people are killed by injuries sustained in falls. Because of the danger associated with working above the ground, OSHA has mandated training for fall prevention in many work environments. This program explains in detail the importance of safe work practices to employees who must work above the ground. Also ladder safety and the use of fall protection are demonstrated in the video.

OSHA Code: 1910.25, 1910.26, 1910.27, 1917.119, 1926.1053, 1910.23, 1910.132
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High-Impact Fall Prevention

The 10 accidents re-created in this video will show employees that short cuts and other common safety mistakes can lead to painful and sometimes fatal falls. Ladder safety, housekeeping, aerial lifts, fall arrest systems, proper footwear, recognizing hazards and other topics related to fall prevention are also featured in the program.

OSHA Code: 1910.25, 1910.26, 1910.27, 1917.119, 1926.1053, 1910.23, 1910.67, 1910.132
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Hospitality: Preventing Slips & Falls

Slips and falls can happen to almost anyone and occur almost anywhere on any hotel property. This video takes a look at several different scenarios and examines what circumstances or conditions contributed to each incident, what employee behavior affected the incident and what steps can be taken to prevent similar occurances.
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I Can't Get No Traction

This four-minute, upbeat music video spotlights common slip, trip and fall hazards in unique and entertaining fashion. Inspired by the Rolling Stones tune, "Satisfaction," the custom lyrics to this music video provide a warning to those workers who move about the workplace in an unsafe manner. The program features a variety of realistic slip, trip and fall stunts that teach memorable lessons on distracted walking, running, poor housekeeping, improper ladder use, spills, moving equipment...

OSHA Code: 29 USC 654
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Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls

Slips, trips and falls constitute the majority of injuries in general industry. Employees should realize that it doesn't take falling from a high place to be injured; it could be a simple slip on a wet floor or trip over a small object. This video presents the fundamentals preventing slips, trips and falls. Topics include factors that affect the body's stability, the common causes of slips, trips and falls, types of walking surfaces, importance of wearing proper footwear and how to respond to

OSHA Code: 1910.136, 29 USC 654
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Small Falls Are A Big Deal

In this video, Martin Lesperance recalls stories of fall injuries he has attended as a firefighter and EMT to make the point that small falls can be a big deal. Martin stresses that we can prevent most fall injuries by recognizing and controlling all fall hazards we encounter. Topics include wearing proper footwear, recognizing and controlling slip and trip hazards, transitional areas and changing walking surface conditions, correcting fall hazards, situational awareness and moving from one level to another.

OSHA Code: 1910.136, 29 USC 654
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Surviving The Fall: The Proper Use Of Your Personal Fall Arrest System

In this program, viewers will see fall protection equipment deployed in actual fall events and learn the proper selection and use of these devices. In addition to safe work practices, such as 100 percent tie-off techniques, emphasis is placed on having a rescue plan in place should a fall occur. Topics include selecting an anchor point, inspecting the harness and lanyard, proper calculation of fall distance, specialized connection devices and the pros and cons of lanyards vs. retractable lifelines.

OSHA Code: 1910.132, 1910.66
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The ABC's Of Your Personal Fall Arrest System

This video shows viewers how to properly select and use personal fall arrest systems so they can work safely above ground. Topics include forces involved in falls, components of a fall arrest system, inspection of the equipment, calculating fall distance, selecting an appropriat connecting device and choosing a legal tie-off point.

OSHA Code: 1910.132,
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To The Point About Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Work above ground comes with increased risk because of the possibility of a fall. While your organization maintains railing on commonly-used elevated work areas, workers must sometimes venture beyond this protection. When this is the case, a personal fall arrest system is required. This program reviews the proper selection and use of fall arrest equipment. Topics include the three components of a personal fall arrest system, calculating total fall distance, safe use of self-retracting lifelines, using fall arrest equipment 100% of the time, and survival & rescue after a fall event.
OSHA Code: 1910.132, 1926.502
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To The Point About Preventing Slips, Trips & Falls

Workplace falls are a leading cause of injury and even a small fall can have very serious consequences. Identifying and correcting fall hazards combined with paying close attention to our paths of travel can prevent these injuries and save lives. This program outlines the common safe work practices workers can follow to prevent slips, trips and falls. Topics include the effects of gravity, friction and momentum, wearing proper footwear and preventing slips and trips. The DVD contains the Spanish version at no extra charge.
OSHA Code: 1910.136, 29 USC 654
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Walking & Working Surfaces

Slips, trips and falls continue to make up the majority of on-the-job accidents. That's why OSHA developed regulations focusing specifically on "walking and working surfaces." The principles and practices behind these rules can help workers get the job done and avoid the hazards of slips, trips and falls. This program reminds employees that if they understand the slip, trip and fall hazards associated with walking and working surfaces in their workplace, they can take action to avoid them.
OSHA Code: 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D
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Walking & Working Surfaces: Comprehensive Training

NEW!! Workers covered by OSHA's recently updated regulation 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D must be trained in the nature of the fall hazards in the work area and how to recognize them, as well as in the procedures to be followed to minimize those hazards. This program discusses the requirements addressed in the sections of the regulation in detail so viewers can make sure the surfaces on which they work or travel are safe and secure. Topics include slip and trip hazards, personal fall arrest systems, ladder safety, dock boards and scaffolding, and other fall hazard requirements and exemptions.
OSHA Code: 29 CFR 1910 Subpart D
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Winter Walking: Staying On Your Feet

We fall more often in the winter because we simply don't adjust for the change in conditions. Wintertime slips and falls aren't inevitable if we use common sense, but it's important to remind ourselves of the basics once in a while to help increase our awareness to prevent injuries--and that's the purpose of this program.
 

OSHA Code: 1910.132
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