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Introduction In the crazy-fast evolving work environments of today, prioritizing the safety of your employees has never been more important. Numerous industries demand that workers navigate hazardous areas and obstacles, necessitating a secure means for them to carry out their duties. This is exactly where the invaluable role of a crossover ladder comes [...]

Introduction to Non Penetrating Roof Railing In the demanding day-to-day of an EHS manager, balancing safety and compliance is crucial. One of the keys to achieving this balance, particularly in environments with commercial flat roofs, is the consideration of non penetrating safety rail systems. These systems provide an effective solution for fall prevention—one [...]

Beyond Basics: Evaluating and Implementing the Ideal Fall Protection Solutions for Your Facility What fall protection solutions should I implement at my facility? Which solutions will work best for our teams and contractors to consistently create a safe work environment? When selecting the best fall protection solutions for your organization we’ll be evaluating [...]

Introduction to Guard Rails When it comes to establishing safety in the workplace, guard rails are an indispensable tool. Whether it's a construction site, manufacturing facility, or any occupation involving work at heights, guardrails serve as protective barriers designed to prevent falls and create a secure working environment. In this article, we will [...]

Hazard Assessment Responsibility? The short answer - Under OSHA guidelines, employers are responsible for conducting fall hazard assessments to identify and assess the potential risks in their workplace. We’ll get into more detail below around this topic including key terms and definitions, the fall hazard assessment process and job responsibility and common tasks. [...]

"Your employees' safety and health are the keys to the success of your business" - H. W. Heinrich. As an employer, keeping your workers safe should always be a top priority. Their safety becomes even more important when they are working from height. There are a lot of potential hazards [...]

Background & Use of Toe Boards When working from heights, commonly in the roofing and/or construction industry, there is a constant need to safely and efficiently perform site work. Part of that process includes using a variety of systems and protocols to mitigate unsafe work environments. Toe boards (also called toe kicks) are a [...]

When it comes to initiating a fall protection plan, nobody is better equipped to assist you from beginning to end than the experienced team at SRC Fall Protection Planning The fall protection industry is a tricky world to navigate, particularly for a safety manager or facility coordinator with no experience in rooftop safety or creating [...]

OSHA INCREASING ITS FINE Effective January 17, OSHA is increasing their fines. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, adjusting for inflation, is raising the rates on both minimum and maximum fines. For instance, the maximum levied for a willful violation has increased from $145,027 to $156,259 — an increase of nearly eight percent. Likewise, [...]

91% of surveyed safety managers report they sometimes or often have issues with employees wearing appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) In an effort to better understand the challenges facing safety managers across the country, the JJ Keller Center conducted a survey of 172 such professionals, asking them about their biggest PPE-related obstacles. The most [...]