Fall From Height

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Fall From Height 

Fall distance: Any work above 1.8 meters (6 feet) is generally considered high-risk and requires fall prevention measures.

Fall protection: Fall protection measures, such as guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems, should be used when working at heights above 1.8 meters.

OSHA Guidelines (USA)

1. Fall protection: OSHA requires fall protection for construction workers at heights of 6 feet (1.8 meters) or more.

2. Guardrails: Guardrails are required for elevated surfaces, such as scaffolding or roofs, at heights of 6 feet or more.

EU Guidelines

1. Fall protection: EU guidelines recommend fall protection measures for work at heights of 2 meters or more.

2. Risk assessment: Employers must conduct a risk assessment to determine the necessary fall prevention measures.

Best Practices

1. Assess the risk: Assess the risk of falls for each task and implement fall prevention measures accordingly.

2. Use proper equipment: Use proper fall protection equipment, such as harnesses, lanyards, and anchors.

3. Train workers: Train workers on fall prevention procedures and equipment use