Limit Workplace Falls

Fatal falls in the workplace are increasing. From 1995 to 2007, overall workplace fatalities decreased 12%, but fall fatalities increased 28%. This data points to the fact that a renewed focus needs to be placed on fall protection. This audioconference will cover OSHA regulations as they relate to fall protection.

The current regulations present a challenge. OSHA fall protection regulations can be found in 29 CFR 1910 for general industry regulations and 29 CFR1926 for construction-related regulations. One primary challenge with using 1910 is that the fall protection regulations for personal protective equipment concern only lifts and powered platforms for exterior building maintenance. With 1910 Subpart D's focus only on physical barriers, employers are left wondering how to handle all the equipment on the market. This Webinar will address references (both inside and outside OSHA) that can be used to better understand fall protection regulations, and why they are relevant. The presenter will also discuss OSHA's proposed 1910 Subparts D and I, which concern fall protection, and may become effective in the future.

For OSHA's 1926 regulations on fall protection concerning construction, many different subparts affect fall protection regulations, including Subparts L, R, X and most specifically in subpart M. The Webinar will address when each element applies and some key reminders about how to apply specific aspects of these fall protection regulations.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the critical requirements for fall protection in general industry and construction workplaces.
• Recognize the circumstances in which construction vs. general industry regulations should be considered.
• Understand the role of ANSI standards as they compare to OSHA fall protection regulations.
• Review new strategies for developing fall protection programs.

Presented By:

Mr. Thom Kramer is a safety consultant and structural engineer with 14 years of experience. As a dually registered professional engineer and certified safety professional, he has spent much of his career consulting with clients on the investigation and renovation of facilities, which often requires extensive and creative structural and safety modifications. He specializes in the assessment and design of fall protection systems. Mr. Kramer is a member of the ANSI Z359 Committee and chairs the subcommittee that develops standards for the design of active fall protection systems (ANSI Z359.6). He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering, along with an M.B.A. degree.

Who would benefit from this program:

• Safety Managers
• Safety Directors
• Safety Executives

Continuing Education:

• This program has been applied for CIH & CSP Continuing Education Credits. Earn .25 CM Points for CIHs and .156 Points for CSP.
• This program meets the requirements for 1.5 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs.)

Product Options:

• Audio Conference CD Only: $229.00 (includes S&H)

Length: 1 hour 30 minutes