Articles by Marty Sharp

OSHA regs are mandatory, but are only baseline standards and do not necessarily represent the most current thinking. ANSI voluntary standards represent the best of today’s thinking and each of us should keep “up to speed.”

The “Campaign to Prevent Falls in Construction” (http://stopconstructionfalls.com), an initiative launched jointly by NIOSH and OSHA, targets companies of all sizes but significant efforts are focused on raising awareness among smaller companies.

Years ago fall protection equipment was heavy and uncomfortable. Buckles and D-rings were clumsy, bulky forgings.

Year after year, falls continue to hold the dubious distinction of the most frequent cause of fatalities at construction sites.

Learn proper and safe usage of a retractable lanyard, as well as its advantage and disadvantages.

Year after year, falls continue to hold the dubious distinction of the most frequent cause of fatalities at construction sites. Why?

A fallen worker suspended in a harness must be rescued within five to ten minutes. Wouldn’t it be prudent to train selected workers in appropriate rescue techniques?