
Fall Hazards
Falls continue to be a leading cause of injury in the construction industry. In order to effectively address falls in the industry, we need a good understanding of where falls are occurring so that we can ensure that no fall hazard gets overlooked. Some of the most common fall hazards include, (in order of occurrence):
Slips, Trips, and Falls (falls on same level)
Falls from ladders
Falls from scaffolds, staging and platforms
Fall from floor, dock, or ground level
Fall down stairs or steps
Fall from roof
Falls/jumps from non-moving vehicles
Toolbox Talks
Ensuring that workers understand the different fall hazards that they may be exposed to, is a great step towards prevention. One of the most common ways of communicating information, on site, is through the use of toolbox talks. Toolbox talks are 5-10 minute, informal discussions, with workers, usually conducted by a supervisor or another member of the work crew. They typically focus on the day’s tasks and a particular health and safety topic. They are a great way of reminding workers about the hazards associated with their work and workplace. The following toolbox talks are focused on mitigating fall hazards – feel free to share with your workers.
Search from our fall protection toolbox talks, below!
Title | Content | Link |
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15 Steps a Supervisor Can Take to Prevent Falls | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
15 Steps Supervisors Can Take to Prevent Falls | Toolbox Talk | |
3 Point Contact: Vehicles and Equipment | Toolbox Talk | |
3-point Contact on Ladders | Toolbox Talk | |
Aerial Work Platforms | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Conducing a Workplace Inspection | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Control Zones for Flat Roofs | Toolbox Talk | |
Donning a Fall Protection Harness | Toolbox Talk | |
Donning a Full Body Harness | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Extension Ladders | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection – Control Zones for Flat Roofs | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection – Emergency Preparedness | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection – Floor and Roof Openings | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection – General | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection & Working at Heights in Residential Construction | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Anchorage Point & Installation | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Anchorage Points | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Approvals and Inspections | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Guard Rails | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Inspecting a Harness | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Lanyards | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Lanyards and Classes | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Rope Grabs | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Self Retracting Devices | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection Equipment – Self-Retractable Devices | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection for Sloped Roofs | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection for Woking on a Sloped Roof | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection: Basic Types | Toolbox Talk | |
Fall Protection: Formwork Leading Edge | Toolbox Talk | |
Find Your Footing: Ground Conditions | Toolbox Talk | |
Finding Your Footing – Ground Conditions | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Giving a Safety Talk – Tips | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Hierarchy of Fall Protection | Toolbox Talk | |
Hierarchy of Fall Protection | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Improving Temporary Stairs and Handrails | Toolbox Talk | |
Inspecting a Full Body Harness | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Inspecting an Aerial Work Platform | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Preventing Slips and Falls | Toolbox Talk | |
Preventing Slips and Falls | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Scaffold Safety | Toolbox Talk | |
Scaffold Safety | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Scaffoldng Safety | Toolbox Talk | |
Slip and Fall Hazards for Truck Drivers | Toolbox Talk | |
Step Ladders | Toolbox Talk | |
Temporary Stairs and Handrails | Virtual Toolbox Talk | |
Working at Heights – Site Specific Training | Toolbox Talk |
Disclaimer: The materials above are provided to assist organizations with the development of their Occupational Health and Safety Program. Companies should review and update materials to reflect their unique operations. The information presented is intended for general use and may not apply to every circumstance. It is not a definitive guide to government regulations and does not relieve persons using this information from their responsibilities under applicable legislation. The NLCSA does not guarantee the accuracy of, nor assume liability for, the information presented here.