National Safety Stand-Down Week: Fall Protection and Job Site Safety Tips

National Safety Stand-Down Week is a week dedicated to educating and raising awareness about falls in construction, which was the leading cause of death for construction employees in 2022.

This week we are sharing tips and information to help raise awareness around fall hazards on the job site and reinforce the importance of understanding fall hazards, how to avoid them, and other important training and safety tips.

As you read through these tips, consider sharing them in your next safety stand-down meeting with your teams!

Compliance in Critical: Use of Fall Protection Equipment on JLG MEWPs

It's important that machine operators and fleet owners understand ANSI A92 and CSA B354 requirements for fall protection. Read this DirectAccess article for guidance on fall protection for boom lifts and scissor lifts and information on lanyard anchorage points. LEARN ABOUT FALL PROTECTION ON JLG MEWPS

Replace Ladders with Low-Level Access Lifts

According to OSHA, the third most frequently cited issue on job sites are misuse of ladders. The top most frequently cited issue is misuse of fall protection. Injuries related to these issues can be prevented with proper training and education. JLG's line of low-level access lifts is designed to help you comfortably reach tasks at heights up to 16 ft., and we've rounded up the benefits of replacing ladders with low-level access lifts on DirectAccess. BENEFITS OF LOW-LEVEL ACCESS LIFTS

Safety Check: Tips to Avoid Trip & Fall Hazards

Check out these quick tips for avoiding trip and fall hazards, and don't forget to read your operations and safety manuals! 13 TIPS TO AVOID TRIP & FALL HAZARDS

Stay tuned as we share more tips and best practices from DirectAccess, which gives you valuable, actionable knowledge for the job site. Want to dive into more safety, equipment, and training topics? Visit DirectAccess and subscribe to receive regular updates!