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Fall Protection Systems Awareness (Construction)

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Fall Protection Systems Awareness training educates construction workers about essential fall protection systems like guardrails and safety nets. It emphasizes recognizing hazards, especially from falling objects, and selecting appropriate personal protection equipment.

Additional topics include body belts, working positioning systems, and travel restraint systems. Learners will gain an awareness of their surroundings and understand which personal fall protection system best suits work being performed on a jobsite.

An interactive simulation offers hands-on experience in a virtual high-rise setting, promoting effective hazard identification. The course underscores the significance of correct equipment choice and maintaining safety in high-risk zones.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Identify where fall protection systems are needed at the worksite;
  • Identify which types of fall protection systems are used to prevent which hazards;
  • Identify falling object hazards;
  • Prevent injuries related to fall hazards.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS COURSE?

All workers in construction.

STANDARDS

OSHA Standard: 1910.28, .140, Subpart D, 1926.106, Subpart M, 1925.500 & industry best practices.