Standard Compliance

October 29, 2019

Misusing ladders or ignoring safety precautions can result in serious injuries or fatalities. When ladders are not secured properly, are...

September 26, 2019

Building Regulations for Roof Access Hatch

There are a number of safety regulations and building code requirements in Ontario relating to the use of roof access...

September 3, 2019

OSHA Fixed Ladder Requirements

By implementing various changes to standards and policies, OSHA hopes to save employers hundreds of millions of dollars every year...

July 31, 2019

Scaffold hazards and control measures

It's estimated that over half of all scaffold accidents in Ontario every year are falls. While convenient to use, scaffolds...

July 3, 2019

Ladder Hazards & Control Measures For Reducing Fall Risk

Despite laws surrounding ladder hazards and control measures, falls from ladders continue to be a leading cause of serious injury...

May 30, 2019

Working At Height Procedure | Frequently Asked Questions

Having a comprehensive working at height procedure is key to avoiding disastrous fall-related accidents. This article will introduce some considerations when...

April 25, 2019

Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint – Two Types of Height Safety Systems

What is the main difference between fall arrest vs. fall restraint systems? Fall arrest equipment is designed to stop a...

March 28, 2019

Roof Safety Line Step-by-Step Installation

A roof safety line, also known as a lifeline, is typically a horizontal line connected between two points. The line...

March 1, 2019

What is a Lone Worker? Minimizing Height Safety Risk

Lone workers can easily find themselves in vulnerable situations. Depending on the nature of the work, specific dangers to lone workers...

January 30, 2019

Why Series: Harness Inspection Record Keeping for Controlling Risk

Maintaining safety on construction sites requires the implementation of a comprehensive fall protection program. Elements of the program include...

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