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Eliminating Falls in Construction: Effective Rescue Strategies and Safety Protocols

This presentation, funded by OSHA, explores vital strategies for preventing falls in the construction industry and ensuring prompt rescue in case of fall incidents. Case studies reveal the consequences of inadequate rescue plans and emphasize the need for training and preparedness. Learn to recognize signs of suspension trauma, develop fall rescue plans, and effectively utilize rescue equipment. Although produced under federal grant SH-23588-12-60-F-6, the material reflects the importance of safety practices rather than governmental endorsement.

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Eliminating Falls in Construction: Effective Rescue Strategies and Safety Protocols

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  1. Down To Zero ̶Eliminate Falls/Save Lives State Building & Construction Trades Council of California, AFL-CIO Funded by Federal OSHA (2013) PPT Section 7 of 8 This material was produced under grant number SH-23588-12-60-F-6 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.

  2. Fall Rescue Photo: Troy Buzalsky, Canby Fire District

  3. Worker Dies in Fall Arrest Rescue(Case Study) • Break into small groups • Take 5-10 minutes to read the case study and discuss the questions • Report your answer back to the class

  4. Prompt Rescue Required “The employer shall provide for prompt rescue of employees in the event of a fall or shall assure that employees are able to rescue themselves.” Source: OSHA

  5. Why Promptly? Photo: Sureclip Aworker hanging from his or her harness faces serious injury from suspension trauma

  6. What Are The Signs Of Suspension Trauma? fainting shortness of breath nausea dizziness sweating hot flushes paleness narrowing of field of vision or loss of vision increased heart rate

  7. How Can You Relieve Suspension Trauma? Photo: UNLV School of Nursing

  8. Relief Step Safety Strap Photos: Miller Fall Protection

  9. Foot Wrap Illustrations: Washington Industrial Safety and Health Division, Fall Protection: Responding to Emergencies

  10. How Do You Prepare For A Fall? Photo: Roco Rescue Develop a Fall Rescue Plan Locate rescue equipment Train workers Practice the plan

  11. What Equipment Can Be Used Onsite? Photo: Vertikal.net

  12. What Kind Of System Is This? Photo: Miller Fall Protection

  13. What Type of Device Is This? Photo: Miller Fall Protection

  14. What Happens After A Fall? • Keep legs moving • Do not recline the rescued worker • Take equipment out-of-service • Evaluate the fall rescue operation Photo: Roco Rescue

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