29 CFR 1926.501Critical Risk

Fall Protection Compliance

Fall protection is required when working at heights of 6 feet or more in construction and 4 feet in general industry. Falls are the leading cause of death in construction, accounting for over 30% of all fatalities.

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The Stakes

Why Fall Protection Compliance Matters

Annual Citations
7,014
Average Cost
$48K
Annual Fatalities
351
Max Penalty
$156K

Compliance Checklist

Fall Protection Requirements

Everything you need to meet OSHA standard 29 CFR 1926.501

Written fall protection plan for work above 6 feet
Proper guardrail systems (42" ± 3" height)
Personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) inspection and use
Safety net systems where applicable
Training for all exposed workers
Competent person designation and daily inspections

Avoid These Mistakes

Most Common Fall Protection Violations

#1

Unprotected sides and edges

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#2

Improper scaffold construction

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#3

Lack of training documentation

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#4

Missing or inadequate guardrails

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

#5

Failure to use personal fall arrest systems

Penalty: $15,625 - $156,259

Training Program

Fall Protection Training Requirements

Training Schedule

Initial Training:
Before exposure to fall hazards
Refresher:
Annual or when conditions change
Duration:
2-4 hours typical

Training Topics

  • Fall hazards recognition
  • Proper use of fall protection systems
  • Equipment inspection
  • Emergency procedures

Documentation

Required Fall Protection Programs

Fall Protection Plan
Equipment Inspection Program
Training Documentation
Incident Investigation Procedures

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Who Needs This

Industries Requiring Fall Protection

ConstructionManufacturingWarehousingUtilities

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