This document provides a template and guidance for units to develop a Fall Protection Plan (FPP) for working at heights on aids to navigation (ATON) structures and buoys. It outlines the purpose, goal, affected directives, key definitions, and responsibilities for establishing an FPP to prevent falls and ensure safety. The FPP aims to identify fall hazards, require fall protection equipment, provide training, and establish protocols for hazard assessment, equipment use, maintenance, and rescue procedures while working at elevated heights on ATON infrastructure.
This document provides guidance on fall protection when working at heights. It outlines that falls are a leading cause of death in construction and that fall protection measures should follow a hierarchy of first removing hazards, then using passive barriers like guardrails if work at heights is necessary, and if those are not possible using fall restraint or arrest systems. It details requirements for guardrails, safety nets, harnesses and other fall protection equipment. Situations requiring fall protection include various elevated work areas, openings, excavations and mobile equipment. Ladders, stairs and scaffolding must also be properly constructed and used to prevent falls from any height.
The document discusses regulations around work at height in the UK. It outlines that falls from height are a major cause of workplace fatalities and injuries. The Work at Height Regulations of 2005 aim to reduce risks by requiring fall prevention plans, risk assessments, proper equipment selection, worker training, and prioritizing collective protection over personal protection. The regulations apply across various industries and seek to avoid work at height if possible and prevent falls through safe work planning, equipment, and procedures.
All employers must conduct a risk assessment to identify hazards, though small businesses with fewer than five employees do not need to write anything down. The document provides a sample risk assessment for a school setting up a stage to illustrate what a risk assessment should include. It identifies potential hazards like slips, trips and falls from ladders, falling objects from heights, and ladders collapsing or falling. For each hazard, it suggests how to reduce the risks, such as keeping work areas clear, using spotters, and wearing protective equipment like hard hats. Employers are advised to review and update their risk assessments periodically or when changes occur.
This document outlines the itinerary and content for a scaffolding awareness training course. The course covers introduction and aims, types of scaffolding, component identification, inspection procedures, reasons for collapses, and legislation regarding scaffolding safety. Key topics include health and safety regulations, pre-erection checks, erecting, altering, and dismantling scaffolding safely. The goal is for participants to understand their legal responsibilities for inspecting scaffolding before each use.
Falls are a leading cause of worker deaths in construction. Proper fall protection includes guardrails, covers, fall arrest systems, and planning to eliminate hazards. Fall arrest systems must include an anchorage rated for 5,000 lbs, a body harness limiting the arresting force to 1,800 lbs, and an energy absorbing lanyard. Elimination of fall hazards through design changes is the best approach according to the hierarchy of fall protection. Covers must support twice their weight and free fall must be less than 24 inches for work positioning.
Definition
Type of scaffolding system
To familiarize with UAE Legal requirements with respect to Scaffolds
To enhance the skill of scaffold erection and inspection.
Safe Procedure for erection & dismantling
Practical on Scaffold Erection & dismantling
Procedure for Scaffold inspection
This document outlines requirements for fall prevention and protection compliance training. It discusses requirements for fall prevention including guardrails and fall protection including personal fall arrest systems. It provides guidance on protecting holes, vertical openings, stairways, fixed and portable ladders, aerial lifts, and anchorage points for personal protective equipment. Inspection and training requirements are also summarized.
Falls are the single biggest cause of occupational death and serious injury in the construction industry. Fall protection is required when working 6 feet or more above a lower level. There are two major types of fall protection: passive methods like guardrails and safety nets, and active methods like fall arrest systems that require worker action. A proper fall arrest system includes a full body harness, shock-absorbing lanyard, and anchorage point capable of withstanding 5,000 pounds of force. Regular inspection and proper use of fall protection equipment can help prevent injuries and save lives at construction sites.
This document provides guidance on fall protection when working at heights. It outlines that falls are a leading cause of death in construction and that fall protection measures should follow a hierarchy of first removing hazards, then using passive barriers like guardrails if work at heights is necessary, and if those are not possible using fall restraint or arrest systems. It details requirements for guardrails, safety nets, harnesses and other fall protection equipment. Situations requiring fall protection include various elevated work areas, openings, excavations and mobile equipment. Ladders, stairs and scaffolding must also be properly constructed and used to prevent falls from any height.
The document discusses regulations around work at height in the UK. It outlines that falls from height are a major cause of workplace fatalities and injuries. The Work at Height Regulations of 2005 aim to reduce risks by requiring fall prevention plans, risk assessments, proper equipment selection, worker training, and prioritizing collective protection over personal protection. The regulations apply across various industries and seek to avoid work at height if possible and prevent falls through safe work planning, equipment, and procedures.
All employers must conduct a risk assessment to identify hazards, though small businesses with fewer than five employees do not need to write anything down. The document provides a sample risk assessment for a school setting up a stage to illustrate what a risk assessment should include. It identifies potential hazards like slips, trips and falls from ladders, falling objects from heights, and ladders collapsing or falling. For each hazard, it suggests how to reduce the risks, such as keeping work areas clear, using spotters, and wearing protective equipment like hard hats. Employers are advised to review and update their risk assessments periodically or when changes occur.
This document outlines the itinerary and content for a scaffolding awareness training course. The course covers introduction and aims, types of scaffolding, component identification, inspection procedures, reasons for collapses, and legislation regarding scaffolding safety. Key topics include health and safety regulations, pre-erection checks, erecting, altering, and dismantling scaffolding safely. The goal is for participants to understand their legal responsibilities for inspecting scaffolding before each use.
Falls are a leading cause of worker deaths in construction. Proper fall protection includes guardrails, covers, fall arrest systems, and planning to eliminate hazards. Fall arrest systems must include an anchorage rated for 5,000 lbs, a body harness limiting the arresting force to 1,800 lbs, and an energy absorbing lanyard. Elimination of fall hazards through design changes is the best approach according to the hierarchy of fall protection. Covers must support twice their weight and free fall must be less than 24 inches for work positioning.
Definition
Type of scaffolding system
To familiarize with UAE Legal requirements with respect to Scaffolds
To enhance the skill of scaffold erection and inspection.
Safe Procedure for erection & dismantling
Practical on Scaffold Erection & dismantling
Procedure for Scaffold inspection
This document outlines requirements for fall prevention and protection compliance training. It discusses requirements for fall prevention including guardrails and fall protection including personal fall arrest systems. It provides guidance on protecting holes, vertical openings, stairways, fixed and portable ladders, aerial lifts, and anchorage points for personal protective equipment. Inspection and training requirements are also summarized.
Falls are the single biggest cause of occupational death and serious injury in the construction industry. Fall protection is required when working 6 feet or more above a lower level. There are two major types of fall protection: passive methods like guardrails and safety nets, and active methods like fall arrest systems that require worker action. A proper fall arrest system includes a full body harness, shock-absorbing lanyard, and anchorage point capable of withstanding 5,000 pounds of force. Regular inspection and proper use of fall protection equipment can help prevent injuries and save lives at construction sites.
Safety at Construction site is the matter of someone's life so it has to give top priority, we are truly professional to follow this and its actually increase our efficiency, just check out our safety standard
Overhead crane, crane safety, lifting operation, EHS, Safety, Testing of Crane, Commissioning of Cranes,
for soft copy please email me at dawoodibrar@hotmail.com
Safety management in electrification of railwaysSuresh Sunny
This document outlines safety rules and procedures for working on electrified railways. It discusses the dangers of induction from overhead electric lines and the need to earth all metallic structures. Key safety practices include obtaining permits before working on live lines, using protective equipment like helmets and safety belts, and establishing multiple earths between working parties spaced no more than 100m apart. Record keeping of maintenance and inspections is also important. Proper safety precautions are required to prevent electric shocks from induced voltages in structures running parallel to electrified tracks.
Health and Safety Toolbox Talks are the quickest and most effective way to educate your construction workers in short bursts.
This toolbox talk gives you the information you need your staff to know to be able to work safely in and around excavations.
A must for all groundworkers, utility installers and any trade working on site during excavation work.
This document discusses the influence of wind on lifting operations. It notes that wind is often an underrated hazard that can cause crane accidents. Statistics show that several crane accidents in recent years were caused by high winds, sometimes resulting in fatalities and injuries. The document explores the basics of wind and gusts, and how wind force can overload cranes and suspended loads from various directions. It provides guidance on assessing wind speed and sail areas to determine the actual permissible wind speed for safe lifting operations according to the crane's load chart. Managing wind risks is important for safely conducting lifts.
1. This document provides an overview of crane rigging basic safety. It discusses general safety practices, inspection requirements, equipment limits, hitches, sling types, and environmental factors that can impact rigging operations.
2. Proper rigging requires using the right equipment for the job, inspecting all gear for defects, and understanding how factors like load weight, center of gravity, sling angles, and conditions can impact safety.
3. Riggers must be trained to identify rated capacities, use inspection results to remove unsafe equipment from use, and apply angle de-rating factors appropriately based on the specific lift configuration. Following proper procedures is key to conducting rigging operations safely.
TOOLBOX TALK | safe use of lift trucks and telehandlersAlan Bassett
Lift trucks are widely used throughout industry for moving materials and goods, but they also feature prominently in workplace accidents. Even an incident not causing injury may result in costly damage to lift trucks, buildings, fittings and the goods being handled.
- The document discusses regulations for working at height in the UK, including:
- Requirements for risk assessment, proper planning and organization of work, and ensuring workers are competent.
- The hierarchy of controls to avoid work at height, prevent falls, and minimize the distance and consequences of falls.
- Selecting the right work equipment depending on working conditions, such as collective protection like guardrails before personal fall prevention equipment.
- Key messages that following good practice and industry guidance complies with regulations, and the importance of proper planning, equipment selection, and training.
The document provides guidelines for scaffold safety, including dos and don'ts. It recommends getting proper training and retraining for new sites, inspecting scaffolds before use, wearing proper safety equipment like hardhats and boots, and being aware of surroundings. Hazards to avoid include leaving items or overloading scaffolds, using damaged scaffolds, walking on slippery surfaces, and standing on objects to increase height. The document directs readers to a blog post for more information on scaffold safety.
The purpose of an agenda is to provide structure and guidance for safety committee meetings. An effective agenda:
- Lists the topics that will be covered during the meeting
- Indicates the estimated time allotted for each topic
- Identifies who will lead the discussion of each topic
An agenda should typically include:
1. Call to order
2. Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
3. Review of outstanding action items and recommendations
4. Review of recent safety inspections, audits, or near misses
5. New business - New hazards identified or other safety issues to discuss
6. Set date and agenda for next meeting
7. Adjournment
The agenda helps keep meetings on track
O documento descreve as principais causas de acidentes em andaimes, incluindo derrubamento devido à falta de contraventamento, rotura da plataforma por sobrecarga, e queda de trabalhadores por falta de equipamento de proteção. Ele também fornece detalhes sobre os elementos constituintes de andaimes e medidas de segurança necessárias.
This document outlines safety procedures for lifting operations during a highway construction project. It requires contractors to submit a safe work method statement, risk assessment, and lifting plan for approval before any lifts. It also mandates daily coordination meetings when multiple cranes are operating to prevent clashes. All lifting activities must be clearly communicated and authorized through a permit system, with oversight from the project's crane coordinator to ensure lifts comply with approved plans and procedures.
This document outlines procedures for safe lifting operations. It describes the objectives of lifting operation training which are to list major crane accident causes, describe pre-lift planning, state precautions around power lines, and explain ways to eliminate hazards. It details roles and responsibilities of managers, supervisors, riggers and others to ensure lifts are planned and executed safely. The procedures section specifies requirements for lift planning, equipment inspection, communication, and restrictions during high winds or near power lines.
The document discusses fall prevention methods for scaffolding work as outlined in SG4:10. It emphasizes creating a "safe zone" through fully boarded platforms with guardrails to prevent falls. Advanced guardrail systems that allow protected traversing are presented as alternatives to personal fall arrest equipment. Traversing without protection is no longer permitted; if a safe zone is not possible, workers must remain clipped to an anchor point within 1 meter of the edge.
This document provides information on inspecting and using various types of slings for rigging, including alloy chain slings, synthetic slings, wire rope slings, and metal mesh slings. It discusses the four basic types of slings, required inspections, and inspection criteria for alloy chain slings. Key points covered include inspecting slings before each use, completing a technical inspection at least annually, and maintaining inspection records for alloy steel chain slings. Criteria for alloy chain sling inspections include checking for links, hooks, wear, and other defects or damage.
This document provides an overview of Behavior-Based Safety (BBS). BBS is a process that focuses on observing workers' daily safety behaviors and providing feedback to improve safety. It has the goal of improving employee safety in an organization. The document outlines the basic elements of a BBS program, which include identifying safe behaviors, observing behaviors, measuring activities, providing feedback, and continuously improving the process. It also discusses the importance of management commitment, employee involvement, and implementing BBS in phases that include establishing need for change, creating an action plan, educating employees, and monitoring progress.
This document discusses fall protection, including defining fall protection as protecting workers from injury after losing balance at heights. It outlines three types of fall protection: fall prevention, fall restraint, and fall arrest. Fall protection is required for various elevated work platforms and equipment. Common fall protection equipment includes anchors, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines. Fall protection plans outline policies and procedures for assembling, using, inspecting and dismantling fall protection gear. OSHA establishes fall protection standards to prevent risks from elevated heights. The document also advertises an online fall protection training course.
The document describes different types of shackles used in construction and other industries. It discusses bow/anchor shackles, chain/dee shackles, headboard shackles, snap shackles, twist shackles, and karabiners. Each type of shackle has a different shape and intended use. For example, bow shackles can take loads from many directions while dee shackles are designed to take high loads in-line. The document also compares galvanized and stainless steel shackles, noting that stainless steel is more corrosion resistant, especially for marine applications.
This handbook provides guidance on worker safety for riggers and signalmen. It outlines proper attire and safety equipment, roles and responsibilities, good and bad rigging practices, inspections of lifting equipment, and crane hand signals. The handbook aims to help riggers and signalmen understand their roles to ensure safe lifting operations through correct rigging, inspections, communication and following recommended signals. Maintaining good communication between all parties is emphasized.
OSHA regulations require training on safe mobile scaffold use. This training document outlines hazards like falls, falling objects, electrical issues and how to control them. It defines mobile scaffolds as movable platforms on wheels/casters used for overhead work. Regulations address inspection, stabilizing during movement, prohibiting riding unless conditions are met. Training covers proper operation, materials handling, inspection and more to ensure safe mobile scaffold use. Case studies of accidents show how following regulations could prevent incidents.
This document discusses confined space safety. It defines a confined space and permit-required confined space. A permit-required confined space poses significant hazards such as hazardous atmospheres, engulfment, or entrapment. Strict procedures must be followed for entry, including testing the atmosphere for hazards, isolating energy sources, using attendants and rescuers, and obtaining a permit. Personal protective equipment and air monitoring instruments are also required. The document outlines atmospheric and other hazards and means of protection to ensure safe confined space entry.
Confined Space Training by North Texas Exploration and Production Safety NetworkAtlantic Training, LLC.
This document provides an overview of confined space safety training requirements. It begins with examples of confined space incidents where rescuers accounted for over 60% of fatalities. The purpose of training is to ensure employees are familiar with confined space hazards and safety procedures. Training should occur upon assignment to confined space duties, when duties change, or when deficiencies are identified.
The training outline covers topics such as permit requirements, atmospheric hazards, engulfment hazards, equipment needs, duties of entrants and attendants, rescue procedures, and safe entry protocols. It emphasizes the need for adequate ventilation, monitoring, and emergency response planning when entering confined spaces.
Safety at Construction site is the matter of someone's life so it has to give top priority, we are truly professional to follow this and its actually increase our efficiency, just check out our safety standard
Overhead crane, crane safety, lifting operation, EHS, Safety, Testing of Crane, Commissioning of Cranes,
for soft copy please email me at dawoodibrar@hotmail.com
Safety management in electrification of railwaysSuresh Sunny
This document outlines safety rules and procedures for working on electrified railways. It discusses the dangers of induction from overhead electric lines and the need to earth all metallic structures. Key safety practices include obtaining permits before working on live lines, using protective equipment like helmets and safety belts, and establishing multiple earths between working parties spaced no more than 100m apart. Record keeping of maintenance and inspections is also important. Proper safety precautions are required to prevent electric shocks from induced voltages in structures running parallel to electrified tracks.
Health and Safety Toolbox Talks are the quickest and most effective way to educate your construction workers in short bursts.
This toolbox talk gives you the information you need your staff to know to be able to work safely in and around excavations.
A must for all groundworkers, utility installers and any trade working on site during excavation work.
This document discusses the influence of wind on lifting operations. It notes that wind is often an underrated hazard that can cause crane accidents. Statistics show that several crane accidents in recent years were caused by high winds, sometimes resulting in fatalities and injuries. The document explores the basics of wind and gusts, and how wind force can overload cranes and suspended loads from various directions. It provides guidance on assessing wind speed and sail areas to determine the actual permissible wind speed for safe lifting operations according to the crane's load chart. Managing wind risks is important for safely conducting lifts.
1. This document provides an overview of crane rigging basic safety. It discusses general safety practices, inspection requirements, equipment limits, hitches, sling types, and environmental factors that can impact rigging operations.
2. Proper rigging requires using the right equipment for the job, inspecting all gear for defects, and understanding how factors like load weight, center of gravity, sling angles, and conditions can impact safety.
3. Riggers must be trained to identify rated capacities, use inspection results to remove unsafe equipment from use, and apply angle de-rating factors appropriately based on the specific lift configuration. Following proper procedures is key to conducting rigging operations safely.
TOOLBOX TALK | safe use of lift trucks and telehandlersAlan Bassett
Lift trucks are widely used throughout industry for moving materials and goods, but they also feature prominently in workplace accidents. Even an incident not causing injury may result in costly damage to lift trucks, buildings, fittings and the goods being handled.
- The document discusses regulations for working at height in the UK, including:
- Requirements for risk assessment, proper planning and organization of work, and ensuring workers are competent.
- The hierarchy of controls to avoid work at height, prevent falls, and minimize the distance and consequences of falls.
- Selecting the right work equipment depending on working conditions, such as collective protection like guardrails before personal fall prevention equipment.
- Key messages that following good practice and industry guidance complies with regulations, and the importance of proper planning, equipment selection, and training.
The document provides guidelines for scaffold safety, including dos and don'ts. It recommends getting proper training and retraining for new sites, inspecting scaffolds before use, wearing proper safety equipment like hardhats and boots, and being aware of surroundings. Hazards to avoid include leaving items or overloading scaffolds, using damaged scaffolds, walking on slippery surfaces, and standing on objects to increase height. The document directs readers to a blog post for more information on scaffold safety.
The purpose of an agenda is to provide structure and guidance for safety committee meetings. An effective agenda:
- Lists the topics that will be covered during the meeting
- Indicates the estimated time allotted for each topic
- Identifies who will lead the discussion of each topic
An agenda should typically include:
1. Call to order
2. Review and approval of previous meeting minutes
3. Review of outstanding action items and recommendations
4. Review of recent safety inspections, audits, or near misses
5. New business - New hazards identified or other safety issues to discuss
6. Set date and agenda for next meeting
7. Adjournment
The agenda helps keep meetings on track
O documento descreve as principais causas de acidentes em andaimes, incluindo derrubamento devido à falta de contraventamento, rotura da plataforma por sobrecarga, e queda de trabalhadores por falta de equipamento de proteção. Ele também fornece detalhes sobre os elementos constituintes de andaimes e medidas de segurança necessárias.
This document outlines safety procedures for lifting operations during a highway construction project. It requires contractors to submit a safe work method statement, risk assessment, and lifting plan for approval before any lifts. It also mandates daily coordination meetings when multiple cranes are operating to prevent clashes. All lifting activities must be clearly communicated and authorized through a permit system, with oversight from the project's crane coordinator to ensure lifts comply with approved plans and procedures.
This document outlines procedures for safe lifting operations. It describes the objectives of lifting operation training which are to list major crane accident causes, describe pre-lift planning, state precautions around power lines, and explain ways to eliminate hazards. It details roles and responsibilities of managers, supervisors, riggers and others to ensure lifts are planned and executed safely. The procedures section specifies requirements for lift planning, equipment inspection, communication, and restrictions during high winds or near power lines.
The document discusses fall prevention methods for scaffolding work as outlined in SG4:10. It emphasizes creating a "safe zone" through fully boarded platforms with guardrails to prevent falls. Advanced guardrail systems that allow protected traversing are presented as alternatives to personal fall arrest equipment. Traversing without protection is no longer permitted; if a safe zone is not possible, workers must remain clipped to an anchor point within 1 meter of the edge.
This document provides information on inspecting and using various types of slings for rigging, including alloy chain slings, synthetic slings, wire rope slings, and metal mesh slings. It discusses the four basic types of slings, required inspections, and inspection criteria for alloy chain slings. Key points covered include inspecting slings before each use, completing a technical inspection at least annually, and maintaining inspection records for alloy steel chain slings. Criteria for alloy chain sling inspections include checking for links, hooks, wear, and other defects or damage.
This document provides an overview of Behavior-Based Safety (BBS). BBS is a process that focuses on observing workers' daily safety behaviors and providing feedback to improve safety. It has the goal of improving employee safety in an organization. The document outlines the basic elements of a BBS program, which include identifying safe behaviors, observing behaviors, measuring activities, providing feedback, and continuously improving the process. It also discusses the importance of management commitment, employee involvement, and implementing BBS in phases that include establishing need for change, creating an action plan, educating employees, and monitoring progress.
This document discusses fall protection, including defining fall protection as protecting workers from injury after losing balance at heights. It outlines three types of fall protection: fall prevention, fall restraint, and fall arrest. Fall protection is required for various elevated work platforms and equipment. Common fall protection equipment includes anchors, harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines. Fall protection plans outline policies and procedures for assembling, using, inspecting and dismantling fall protection gear. OSHA establishes fall protection standards to prevent risks from elevated heights. The document also advertises an online fall protection training course.
The document describes different types of shackles used in construction and other industries. It discusses bow/anchor shackles, chain/dee shackles, headboard shackles, snap shackles, twist shackles, and karabiners. Each type of shackle has a different shape and intended use. For example, bow shackles can take loads from many directions while dee shackles are designed to take high loads in-line. The document also compares galvanized and stainless steel shackles, noting that stainless steel is more corrosion resistant, especially for marine applications.
This handbook provides guidance on worker safety for riggers and signalmen. It outlines proper attire and safety equipment, roles and responsibilities, good and bad rigging practices, inspections of lifting equipment, and crane hand signals. The handbook aims to help riggers and signalmen understand their roles to ensure safe lifting operations through correct rigging, inspections, communication and following recommended signals. Maintaining good communication between all parties is emphasized.
OSHA regulations require training on safe mobile scaffold use. This training document outlines hazards like falls, falling objects, electrical issues and how to control them. It defines mobile scaffolds as movable platforms on wheels/casters used for overhead work. Regulations address inspection, stabilizing during movement, prohibiting riding unless conditions are met. Training covers proper operation, materials handling, inspection and more to ensure safe mobile scaffold use. Case studies of accidents show how following regulations could prevent incidents.
This document discusses confined space safety. It defines a confined space and permit-required confined space. A permit-required confined space poses significant hazards such as hazardous atmospheres, engulfment, or entrapment. Strict procedures must be followed for entry, including testing the atmosphere for hazards, isolating energy sources, using attendants and rescuers, and obtaining a permit. Personal protective equipment and air monitoring instruments are also required. The document outlines atmospheric and other hazards and means of protection to ensure safe confined space entry.
Confined Space Training by North Texas Exploration and Production Safety NetworkAtlantic Training, LLC.
This document provides an overview of confined space safety training requirements. It begins with examples of confined space incidents where rescuers accounted for over 60% of fatalities. The purpose of training is to ensure employees are familiar with confined space hazards and safety procedures. Training should occur upon assignment to confined space duties, when duties change, or when deficiencies are identified.
The training outline covers topics such as permit requirements, atmospheric hazards, engulfment hazards, equipment needs, duties of entrants and attendants, rescue procedures, and safe entry protocols. It emphasizes the need for adequate ventilation, monitoring, and emergency response planning when entering confined spaces.
This document provides guidance on hot work permits, which are required before any work involving open flames or hot processes due to fire risks. It outlines the goals of preventing fires, defines hot work, and describes the permit procedures and necessary precautions that must be followed, including removing combustibles, maintaining fire equipment, assigning a fire watch, and inspecting for fires after work is complete. Hot work permits are part of the company's fire prevention program.
The document discusses fall protection in the workplace. It notes that falls are a leading cause of on-the-job deaths and injuries, killing over 11,000 people each year. It describes common fall hazards like ladders, scaffolds, buckets and towers. It emphasizes inspecting equipment, following safe work practices, and using fall arrest systems when working at heights over 4 feet or 6 feet in construction. These systems include a full body harness, connecting device, and anchor point that can support over 5000 pounds.
This document provides an overview of hot work safety training at UNC. It defines hot work as any work involving burning, welding, or similar operations that can ignite fires or explosions. The training covers hazards associated with hot work like fires, explosions, and physical injuries. It explains requirements for the UNC hot work permit program including only allowing hot work in designated or controlled areas, not in non-permissible locations. A hot work permit must be obtained for controlled areas and includes precautions to implement like ensuring fire protection equipment and controlling fuel sources within 35 feet of the hot work.
The document discusses the Work at Height Regulations in the UK. It notes that falls from height are a major cause of workplace fatalities and injuries. The regulations were introduced to improve safety by establishing a clear and consistent framework to manage risks associated with working at height. The regulations require hazards to be identified and risks to be properly assessed, controlled, and mitigated through measures such as proper planning, supervision, safe work equipment selection, inspection, and worker training.
This document discusses confined spaces and permit-required confined spaces. It defines key terms like confined space, permit-required confined space, hazardous atmosphere, and provides an overview of the permit system requirements in 29 CFR 1910.146 for entering permit-required confined spaces. It describes the duties of attendants, authorized entrants, entry supervisors, requirements for testing atmospheres and for rescue services.
This document discusses confined space entry and safety. It defines a confined space as having limited entry/exit points, unfavorable natural ventilation, and not being designed for continuous occupancy. Hazards include oxygen deficiency, toxic gases, engulfment, and heat/cold stress. Proper entry procedures require atmospheric testing, ventilation, isolation of hazards, use of respirators and permits. Workers must be trained on confined space hazards and rescue procedures.
This document summarizes a study evaluating respiratory protection programs and usage among healthcare workers in North Carolina hospitals. Key findings include:
- Healthcare workers reported difficulties wearing respirators, including problems breathing, discomfort, and communication barriers.
- Most hospitals had written respiratory protection programs, provided training, and required fit testing, but some healthcare workers reported gaps in these areas.
- When treating patients with suspected airborne infections like influenza or measles, the majority of hospitals required N95 respirators, though some still allowed surgical masks.
- Proper maintenance of respirators and supervision of correct usage varied between hospitals.
Confined Space Hazards Training by State of California Department of Industri...Atlantic Training, LLC.
This document discusses confined spaces and California's regulations around them. It notes that confined spaces present special safety risks if they have limited entry/exit points and hazardous atmospheres. The document outlines how to identify confined spaces and evaluate their hazards. It emphasizes that employers must have an effective confined space program in place if confined spaces exist in their workplaces, and provides resources for assistance with developing confined space programs.
This presentation discusses fall protection systems and why they are needed in the construction industry. It provides statistics showing that falls are a leading cause of fatalities. It then defines fall protection and describes different philosophies for preventing or arresting falls, including guardrails, safety nets, warning lines, and fall arrest systems. The presentation outlines planning considerations and controlling fall exposures. It details various fall protection systems and components, such as harnesses, lanyards, lifelines, positioning devices, and safety nets. Planning for rescue is also addressed.
Confined Space Training by Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry Atlantic Training, LLC.
OSHA developed a confined space standard to protect workers from hazards like toxic, flammable or oxygen-deficient atmospheres that can be found in confined spaces. Over 120 confined space accidents occurred each year prior to the standard, resulting in 173 fatalities. Many of these fatalities were would-be rescuers. The standard defines permit-required confined spaces and focuses on preventing injuries and fatalities by requiring training, atmospheric testing, ventilation, isolation of hazards, use of personal protective equipment, safe work procedures, emergency response plans, and more. Employers must evaluate worksites to identify permit-required confined spaces and protect unauthorized entry.
The document discusses permit-required confined spaces and hazards associated with entry into such spaces. It defines a permit-required confined space as a space that is large enough for employee entry, has limited means of entry/exit, is not designed for continuous employee occupancy, and contains hazards such as hazardous atmospheres, engulfment, or configuration hazards. The document outlines requirements for permit-required confined space programs including procedures for entry permits, training, duties of attendants, entrants and supervisors, provision of equipment, and rescue services. It provides definitions of key terms and describes various atmospheric and other hazards that may be present within permit-required confined spaces.
Fire Safety & Prevention Training by Minnesota Department of Public SafetyAtlantic Training, LLC.
This document from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety discusses fire safety and prevention. It reports that in 2010 there were over 14,000 fires in Minnesota, resulting in 39 deaths and 137 injuries. The largest causes of fires were cooking, open flames, and heating, with cooking fires being the most common cause of home fires. The document provides tips to prevent fires such as staying attentive while cooking, properly disposing of smoking materials, using fire alarms, having escape plans, and being aware of potential fire sources like candles and electrical hazards.
The document discusses construction safety initiatives at ODOT, focusing on a goal of zero tolerance for safety hazards. It emphasizes safety training programs and worksite safety audits. It also discusses heavy equipment safety, with the leading causes of injuries being workers struck by or caught between equipment. Common OSHA citations involve issues like lack of backup alarms and horns on equipment. The document provides guidance on safely working around heavy vehicles and equipment through measures like high-visibility clothing, hand signals, and internal traffic control plans to manage vehicle and pedestrian flow within work zones.
This document summarizes an electrical safety training presentation on implementing NFPA 70E standards. It discusses electrical hazards like arc flash and shock, and injuries they can cause. It reviews OSHA 1910 Subpart S electrical safety regulations and "qualified worker" definitions. NFPA 70E requirements are explained, including performing arc flash hazard analyses, using appropriate PPE based on hazard categories, implementing safety practices, and qualifying employees through training. The presentation emphasizes properly implementing electrical safety programs and standards to prevent workplace injuries and fatalities from electrical hazards.
The document discusses the history and evolution of industrial safety. It begins by defining industrial safety as measures implemented to reduce risk of injury in manufacturing facilities. It then discusses how industrial safety has evolved from a focus on compensation to prevention and addressing long term hazards. Key aspects covered include categories of workplace hazards, legislation like OSHA, and the modern view of safety measures as an investment. Overall, the document provides a comprehensive overview of the development and current approach to industrial safety.
Falls are a leading cause of workplace injuries and deaths in the US. OSHA regulations require fall protection for workers at heights of 6 feet or more. Employers must provide guardrails, safety nets, fall arrest systems, or other fall protection and ensure workers use it. Fall protection is required for areas like leading edges, holes, excavations, roofs, walls, and unprotected sides or edges. Personal fall arrest systems must be inspected and used properly. Employers must also have rescue plans and trained competent persons to oversee high-hazard work.
Statement of Best Practices - Fall ProtectionCraig Ihde
This document provides guidance on best practices for personal fall protection systems used with aerial work platforms. It defines relevant terms and outlines the roles of industry associations, governing bodies, and standards organizations. These include OSHA, which regulates workplace safety, and ANSI, which develops voluntary safety standards. The document aims to educate users on regulations and identify appropriate fall protection options for different work tasks.
This document provides information on working at heights safety for a construction company. It includes diagrams of fall protection equipment, responsibilities for safety, frequently asked questions, safety requirements, a safe work method statement template, and maintenance guidelines. The document emphasizes the importance of fall protection, training, documented safety procedures, inspections, and rescue planning to minimize risks when working at heights.
Fall Protection Refresher Orientation Training by Rafael Coll & John CassidyAtlantic Training, LLC.
This document provides an overview of fall protection requirements and best practices. It begins by outlining the course objectives which are to understand definitions of fall prevention, restraint, and arrest; requirements; hazards; and where to seek help. It then discusses statistics on falls as a leading cause of fatalities and injuries in construction. Common fall locations are also outlined. Planning, controlling exposures, systems, hazard recognition, anchorage, and personal protective equipment are all reviewed in detail. The key requirements are that fall protection is required when working 6 feet or more above a lower level in construction or 4 feet in general industry. Proper selection, use, inspection and maintenance of fall protection systems is critical to ensuring worker safety.
The document summarizes regulations for scaffold safety from 29 CFR 1926 Subpart L. It covers the scope and application of regulations to different types of scaffolding. It emphasizes training requirements to protect workers from electrical, fall, and falling object hazards. Clearances must be maintained from power lines. Fall protection like personal fall arrest systems or guardrails are required for scaffolds over 10 feet. Guardrails must be installed on scaffold platforms and falling object protection provided.
FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS AND FALL RESTRAINT SYSTEM.pptxbinshadali16
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This document provides guidance on working at heights safety. It outlines responsibilities for site managers, contacts, and standby persons to ensure fall protection compliance. General requirements include using fall arrest or restraint devices for any work over 1.2 meters, inspecting ladders and aerial lifts, and having fall rescue plans for non-routine work. It also specifies safety measures for fixed ladders, stairs, handrails, skylights, mezzanines and tank hatches. Training is required on working at heights, aerial lifts and fall protection and must be renewed every 3 years. Key learning points are proper use of equipment, following permit processes and protecting access points to prevent falls.
Scaffolding comes in three main types - supported, suspended, and aerial lifts. Workers using scaffolds must be trained on hazards like falls, falling objects, electricity, and proper use. Fall hazards are the primary risk and can be mitigated with guardrails or personal fall arrest systems attached to the scaffold structure. Guardrails should have top rails 38-45 inches high, midrails halfway between the top rail and platform, and toeboards at least 3.5 inches high. Tradex LLC in Dubai supplies scaffolding equipment in the UAE.
Working at height safety is important to prevent falls which can cause serious injury or death. Fall hazards exist in many work environments and proper precautions should be taken which may include fall protection equipment like harnesses, lanyards, lifelines, barricades, and properly secured ladders. Employers must inspect for fall hazards and provide training to workers on fall prevention methods appropriate for each job. Rescue plans should also be in place in case a fall occurs.
This document provides a safety primer for employers, performers, and technicians working at heights in British Columbia's live performance industry. It outlines health and safety requirements and safe work practices. Key points include:
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- Employers must
This document provides an overview of health and safety regulations and standards relevant to rope access work. It summarizes the key duties and obligations placed on employers and employees by the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. Employers must ensure health, safety and welfare at work through safe equipment, training, and workplaces. Self-employed workers must not expose themselves or others to risks. Employees must take reasonable care for themselves and others and cooperate with employers on health and safety matters. The document also defines various terms related to rope access work and equipment.
The document outlines safety procedures for work at height at the University of Salford. It defines work at height and responsibilities for organizing, planning, and managing risks. Specific requirements are provided for different equipment used in work at height like mobile tower scaffolds, cherry pickers, and ladders. Ladders can only be used for short duration low risk work where three points of contact can be maintained.
This document provides guidance for designing UniRail safety rail systems. It discusses authorized installers, conformity to standards, fall protection types including restraint, arrest and suspended access. It also covers site assessment considerations like structure assessment, environmental impacts and rescue planning. Guidelines are provided for specifying anchors and forces on the system. Diagrams show recommended free space and free fall scenarios.
This document provides a scaffold safety procedure for Tata Power. It outlines requirements for scaffold erection, use, modification and dismantling. Key points include:
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- Only competent persons and trained employees can erect, dismantle, move or modify scaffolds.
- Hazard identification and risk assessments must be performed for scaffolding tasks.
- Inspections are required of scaffolds before use and weekly once in use. Certification of fitness is issued if inspection passes.
- Training and communication on scaffold safety procedures is provided to relevant employees. Records of inspections and audits are maintained.
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The document provides guidance for AMAALA's March 2022 health and safety campaign focused on work at heights. It outlines requirements for fall protection when working over 6 feet, including using fall arrest systems, positioning anchor points, and inspecting equipment. It also provides guidance on establishing exclusion zones, using safety nets, toe-boards, and tool lanyards to prevent falling objects. The campaign aims to protect workers by focusing on fall hazards and fall protection systems.
Fall protection, also called fall prevention, refers to any means used to protect workers from falls during work where such hazards exist. This includes areas like stairways, raised platforms, roofs and the use of ladders in general. In these areas, engineering or design measures are used to help reduce the fall hazards; however, further measures such as fall protection devices like lanyards, harnesses and guardrails must be used to help reduce the risk of falls.
This document provides guidance on exiting mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) at height. It states that MEWPs are designed to lift people safely within the platform and not for transferring between levels. Exiting the platform should only be done at ground level or on the chassis. In exceptional cases, exiting at height may be allowed if a risk assessment shows it is the safest method and part of an emergency plan. Employers must ensure exiting at height is addressed in safety procedures and training before being done. A site-specific risk assessment should also be conducted to identify and mitigate all risks.
The document discusses various types of barriers used for protection, including vehicle barriers, portable barriers, bollard systems, and concrete blocks. It also covers operational risk assessment, which is a five-step process used to identify hazards, assess risks, make risk-based decisions, implement controls, and supervise activities to manage risk at various levels from in-depth planning to time-critical operations. The goal is to accomplish missions with minimal loss by reducing risks to personnel, equipment, and tasks.
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FALL ARREST EQUIPMENT
Before selecting a fall protection system, it is necessary to assess the hazards and conditions present in a workplace. This risk analysis will help you determine the appropriate options to protect against secondary hazards which may be present in the work environment.
Workers face dangerous struck-by hazards from heavy equipment and machinery on busy construction sites. The document provides guidelines to reduce these risks, such as avoiding reversing vehicles when possible, using signallers for necessary backup operations, and ensuring all workers understand equipment blind spots. It also recommends warning devices on vehicles, safe work procedures developed through job hazard analyses, and relevant legislative requirements regarding vehicle operation, traffic control, and powerline safety. Following these practices can help prevent fatalities and injuries from struck-by incidents.
Similar to Fall Protection Plan Example Template (20)
1. Officer in Charge
United States Coast Guard
UNIT NAME
Address
Phone: ( xxx ) xxx-xxxx
Fax: ( )
Email:
UNITINST 5100.24
DATE
This template is designed as an aid to ATON Units in writing the fall protection program (FPP) for
working on ATON structures and buoys. Replace red ITALICIZED text with unit specific information
or delete. Additional comments in red provide GUIDANCE or EXPLANATION and should be deleted
once REVIEWED.
If you’re unit has IDENTIFIED other areas REQUIRING a fall protection plan, EXAMPLE – Climbing
a mast or working on a building, you will need to develop a “general” FPP for those areas. A template
is provided in the Fall Protection TTP. You may add THESE REQUIREMENTS to this
INSTRUCTION or establish separate instruction.
Units are responsible for ensuring that directives comply with the Coast Guard Directive Systems,
COMDTINST M5215.6 (series). If there is a discrepancy between this template and M5215.6, the
manual takes precedence.
UNIT NAME INSTRUCTION 5100.24
Subj: FALL PROTECTION PLAN – WORKING AT HEIGHT ON ATON STRUCTURES/BUOYS
Ref: (a) Safety and Environmental Health Manual, COMDTINST M5100.47 (series)
(b) Fall Protection TTP, CGTTP x-xx.x – needs to be added once promulgated
(c) Aids to Navigation Manual – Structures, COMDTINST M16500.25 (series)
(d) Occupation Safety and Health (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910 subpart “D”, General
maintenances/Walking-Working Surfaces
(e) Occupation Safety and Health (OSHA) 29 CFR 1926.500 subpart “M”, Fall Protection
Construction
(f) American National Standards Institute Fall Protection Code (ANSI) Z359 (series)
(g) Aids to Navigation Structure Climber Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) Manual,
COMDTINST M16500.14 (series)
(h) Command Admin List, UNITINST 5420
1. PURPOSE. This instruction promulgates the scope, authority and responsibilities for working at
height on aids to navigation (ATON) structures and buoys. The objective of the Fall Protection Plan
(FPP) is to identify and evaluate fall hazards associated with working at height on ATON structures
and buoys and mitigate those risks.
2. ACTION. All hands shall review this instruction upon reporting and periodically thereafter to
ensure they comply and fully understand their roles and responsibilities.
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3. DISCUSSION. This command supports all members in their roll to maintain a safe working
environment; the ability to voice concerns related to risk and take corrective action. Working at
heights is inherently dangerous. Reference (a) requires the unit establish an FPP. This instruction
establishes the Coast Guard (unit name) FPP and establishes the minimum requirements for
assigning specific programmatic duties, conducting fall protection hazard surveys, selection, use,
care, and maintenance of fall protection equipment, and training requirements. Personnel must be
trained sufficiently to recognize hazards and implement the requirements of this program. If a
climber or any member of the team feels that a structure is unsafe to climb the activity shall be
halted and reevaluated.
4. GOAL. The goal of this FPP is to prevent the occurrence of falls from elevations of 4 feet or more
(general maintenance) or 6 feet or more (construction) above a lower level, this includes working
over water. This goal will be accomplished through effective education, engineering and
administrative controls, use of fall protection systems, and enforcement of the plan. This fall
protection plan will be continually improved upon and improved to prevent falls from occurring.
5. DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. This paragraph states what affects a directive has on previous or existing
directives – or write “None.”
6. DEFINITIONS.
a. Authorized/Competent Person (ATON Climber – Basic/Advanced): A person who has been
trained in the use of assigned Fall Protection equipment, including hands-on training and
practical demonstrations in a typical fall-hazard situations, and uses personal fall-arrest or
restraint/positioning equipment while performing work assignments at height. Follow all related
procedures and policies and bring to the competent person’s attention all unsafe or hazardous
conditions or actions that may cause injury to either them or any other authorized person before
proceeding with their workplace activates.
b. Competent Person (ATON Climber - Rescue): A person designated by the command to be
responsible for the immediate supervision, implementation and monitoring of the Fall Protection
program, who though training knowledge and expertise is capable of identifying, evaluating and
addressing existing and potential Fall-Hazards and in the application and use of personal fall-
arrest and rescue system, or any component thereof, and who has the authority to take prompt
corrective measures to eliminate or control the hazards of falling. Tasked with implementing
unit training program per reference (g).
NOTE – This definition is general to the FPP and is further defined in the instruction
c. Qualified Person: An individual, who by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or
professional standing or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully
demonstrated his/her ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, work, or
project.
d. Anchor Point – For an Arresting System: A secure point of attachment for lifelines, lanyards,
or deceleration devices. An anchor point must be capable of supporting at least 5000 lbs if non-
certified (3600 pounds if engineered/certified by a qualified person (documentation)) per person
and must be independent of any anchorage being used to support or suspend platforms.
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e. Calculated Clearance (Required Clearance): Using the standard formula provided by the
National Aids to Navigation School course ATON Structure climber this comes to 18 feet. This
is from the anchor point of the fall arrest system to the feet of the climber vertically in a fall
using 6’ energy absorbing lanyards.
f. Deceleration Device: Any mechanism, such as a rope grab, rip-stitch lanyard, a specially
woven lanyard, tearing or deforming lanyard, automatic self-retracting device, etc., which serves
to dissipate a substantial amount of energy/force during a fall arrest.
g. Deceleration Distance: The additional vertical distance a falling employee travels excluding
lifeline elongation and free fall distance, before stopping, from the point at which the
deceleration device begins to operate. It is measured as the distance between the location of an
employee’s body harness attachment point at the moment of activation of the deceleration device
during a fall, and the location of that attachment point after the employee comes to a full arrest
(stop).
h. Fall Arrest System: A fall arrest system is a combination of equipment and components
connected together to control a fall once a worker has fallen and stops the fall with minimum
impact on the employee; avoiding contact with a lower level. Fall arrest systems consist of an
anchorage system, body support, connecting means, and deceleration device (remember as A, B,
C, D).
i. Fall Restraint System: The prevention of a fall by using a tether (lifeline, lanyard or work
positioning) attached to a user’s harness or other system (hand rails or ladder safety climbing
system) that prevents him/her from reaching an unprotected edge or unprotected opening.
j. Free Fall: The act of falling before a personal fall arrest system begins to activate (apply force)
to arrest the fall.
k. Free Fall Distance: The vertical displacement of the fall arrest attachment point on the
employee’s body harness between the onset of the fall and just before the system begins to
activate (apply force) to arrest the fall. Free fall distance must not exceed 6 feet.
l. Full Body Harness: Webbing/straps which are secured about an employee’s body in a manner
that will distribute the fall arrest forces over the thighs, pelvis, waist, chest and shoulders.
Having means for attaching it to other components of a personal fall arrest system, preferably at
the shoulders and/or middle of the back.
m. Total Fall Distance: The maximum vertical change in distance from the bottom of an
individual’s feet at the onset of a fall, to the position of the feet after the fall is arrested. This
includes the climber’s height, free fall distance, the deceleration distance, harness stretch and a
2’ safety factor.
n. Guardrail System: A barrier erected to prevent employees from falling to lower levels. This
system includes a toe board, mid rail and top rail.
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o. Lifeline: A component consisting of a flexible line for connection to an anchorage at one end to
hang vertically (vertical lifeline). This serves as a means for connecting other components of a
personal fall arrest system to the anchorage, normally a rope grab.
p. Lower Level (29 CFR Sub Part M, 1926.500): Those areas or surfaces to which an employee
can fall. Such areas or surfaces include, but are not limited to, ground levels, floors, platforms,
ramps, runways, excavations, pits, tanks, material, WATER, equipment, structures, or portions
thereof.
q. Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS): A system used to arrest (catch) an employee in a fall
from a working level. It consists of an anchorage location, connectors, a body harness, and may
include a lanyard, deceleration device, lifeline, or any combination of the before-mentioned
items.
r. Rescue – Suspended: This method involves the rescuer descending via a rescue rope down to
the victim, connecting themselves to the victim’s harness, than freeing the victim from their
lanyard and descending together the rest of the way down to safety.
s. Rescue – Assisted: This method involves the rescuer staying connected to the structure,
connecting a rescue rope to the victim and using a decent device to lower the victim to safety.
t. Rope Grab: A deceleration device, which travels on a lifeline and automatically, by friction and
gravity, engages the lifeline and locks to arrest the fall of an employee.
u. Snaphook: A connector comprised of a hook-shaped member with a closed keeper which may
be opened to permit the hook to receive an object and when released, automatically closes to
retain the object. Snaphooks must be self-closing with a self-locking keeper which remains
closed and locked until unlocked and pressed open for connection or disconnection, thus
preventing the opportunity for the object to “rollout” of the snaphook.
v. Work Positioning Lanyard (Restraint): A lanyard that has been manufactured or is adjustable
to a specific length, such that when coupled between a restraint anchorage and a user’s body
holding device, the user cannot reach an unprotected edge or opening. Also permits the user to
have both hands free while being supported on an elevated surface (positioning lanyard). When
used properly this system will not allow the worker to fall more than 2’.
7. RESPONSIBILITIES.
a. Executive Officer/Executive Petty Officer (XO/XPO) (Per Cutter regulations XO/XPO is
designated as Safety Officer) May be assigned to other appropriate department head). Shall
periodically review this instruction to ensure currency in unit policy and procedures. Coordinate
with this unit’s servicing Safety & Environmental Health Officer when needed to conduct
assessments or reassessments to identify fall hazards and other issues related to working on
ATON structures and buoys.
b. Assistant Unit Safety Officer (May be combined with XO/XPO or other Department Head).
Shall assist the XO/XPO in coordinating assessments and work with the unit’s designated Fall
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Protection Program Manager (FPPM) for working at height on ATON structures to address
safety related issues and ensure procurement of needed climbing safety equipment.
c. Fall Protection Program Manager (FPPM) (Units may combine with b above; ideally if units are
unable to span three individuals it should be a minimum of two). This person shall complete
formal training (NATON C School), be certified as ASC-Rescue (Competent Person Rescue
Trainer) at the unit and can serve as Safety Observer during climbs. Shall be assigned per
reference (h). In addition they shall carry out the following duties:
(1) Upon assignment or relief, the FPPM reviews the FPP to ensure compliance with current
policies and requirements and provides input to the XO/XPO in order to keep this instruction
current.
(2) Advise the Commanding Officer/Officer in Charge (CO/OIC) of problem areas within the
plan and unit’s climbing program.
(3) Inspection, maintenance, and documentation of all climbing equipment per reference (e) and
manufactures manuals. This inspection shall be logged and completed annually (units may
require more stringent cycle – semi-annually/quarterly/monthly - depending on
operations/use of equipment) per reference (f).
(4) Developing unit rescue plans. Providing training for and implementing rescue plans,
executing practice rescues, and/or coordinating and performing actual rescues.
(5) Developing and overseeing the unit’s climber training program per reference (g) to include:
(a) Track the progression of members seeking qualification.
(b) Sign off completed PQS tasks.
(c) Evaluate Basic and Advanced candidates; provide feedback and recommendations to the
CO/OIC for qualification and certification.
(d) Maintain awareness of the unit’s certified climbers and their currency requirements per
reference (g).
(e) Recertification of climbers per reference (g).
d. Supervisor/Department Head.
(1) The duties and responsibilities of a supervisor include the following:
(a) Ensure subordinate personnel are appropriately trained and certified prior to assigning or
allowing personnel to work in fall protection areas.
(b) Ensure subordinate personnel adhere to the requirements of the unit FPP.
e. Fall Protection Competent Person Rescue (FPCP-R) – ASC-Rescue.
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(1) A competent person rescue is a willing volunteer who is certified and authorized in writing
by the CO/OIC to work in fall protection areas as a supervisor of fall protection competent
and authorized persons. The duties and responsibilities of the FPCP-R include the following:
(a) This person shall complete formal training (NATON C School), be certified as ASC-
Rescue (Competent Person Rescue Trainer) at the unit.
(b) Serve as the safety observer/rescue climber during all climbs.
(c) Assist the FPPM in the following tasks:
1. Supervise, implement, and monitor the FPP.
2. Identify hazardous and dangerous conditions in the work area and take prompt
corrective measures as needed.
3. Assist in training members and completing PQS task sign-offs per reference (g).
4. Evaluate Basic and Advanced candidates; provide feedback and recommendations to
the FPPM for qualification and certification.
5. Assist in conducting inspections and accident investigations.
(d) Will ensure proper equipment selection and usage during all climbing evolutions.
(e) Ensure end-users using fall protection equipment are adequately trained.
(f) Understand fall protection systems and equipment.
(g) Supervise Competent and Authorized Person in the performance of work in fall
protection areas.
(h) Understand fall protection regulations and standards.
f. Fall Protection Competent Person (FPCP) – ASC-Advanced.
(1) A competent person is a willing volunteer who is certified and authorized in writing by the
CO/OIC to work in fall protection areas under the supervision of an FPPM/FPCP-R. The
duties and responsibilities of the FPCP include the following:
(a) Complete required task per reference (g) under the supervision of the FPPM/FPCP-R.
(b) Authorized to climb ATON structures 20 feet and greater.
(c) Properly use, maintain, and inspect fall protection equipment using guidance provided by
the FPPM.
(d) Ensure compliance with and implementation of the FPP.
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g. Fall Protection Authorized Person (FPAP) – ASC-Basic.
(1) An authorized person is a willing volunteer who is certified and authorized in writing by the
CO/OIC to work in fall protection areas under the supervision of an FPPM/FPCP-R. The
duties and responsibilities of an FPAP include the following:
(a) Complete required task per reference (g) under the supervision of the FPPM/FPCP-R.
(b) Authorized to climb ATON structures less than 20 feet.
(c) Properly use, maintain, and inspect fall protection equipment using guidance provided by
the FPPM.
(d) Ensure compliance with and implementation of the FPP.
8. PROGRAM EVALUATION.
(FP TTP will provide information on how these items will be used to evaluate the FPP)
a. This instruction will be evaluated periodically to determine its effectiveness. The following
criteria will be used:
(1) Applicable Mishap reports and near misses.
(2) Members’ compliance with this instruction.
(3) Review of onsite activities.
(4) User feedback.
(5) Equipment recalls.
(6) Changes to any references listed in this instruction.
(7) ALCOAST Messages affecting FPP or equipment.
(8) Equipment, program or policy changes received from NATON.
9. TRAINING REQUIREMENTS.
a. Per reference (g) ATON Structure Climber – Rescue must receive formal training. This training
can be completed by attending the NATON ATON Structure Climber course or by attending a
NATON approved commercial course that includes training in rescue. Per reference (a), (b) and
(g) these members may serve as the units FPPM and/or FPCP-R.
(1) The FPPM and the unit training officer will work to ensure an adequate number of members
receive formal training to meet unit needs.
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b. ATON Structure Climber Advanced (FPCP) and Basic (FPAP) shall be trained, qualified and
certified per reference (g).
(1) FPPM/FPCP-R will identify members who will be good candidates for
qualification/certification as ATON Structure Climber Advanced and basic. They shall
implement the necessary training to meet unit needs.
c. Once certified, members will maintain currency in accordance with reference (g).
d. Recertification will be completed in accordance with reference (g)
10. PREVENTION AND CONTROL MEASURES.
a. All workers near fall hazards will follow standard safety techniques and polices to prevent falls
from occurring
b. Where possible engineering controls will be utilized to reduce the need for PFAS and decrease
the possibility of a fall. If possible relocation of equipment to a lower level to conduct servicing
will be a primary means of instituting engineering controls. Additionally if feasible, improved
day board mounting practices will be developed to reduce exposure time while working at
height.
c. The use of step or extension ladders may provide for a more stable working environment and
also remove the need for members to be trained in fall protection. If ladders are used the
member should have a working knowledge of how to properly and safely use the step or
extension ladder.
d. Unit specific requirements
11. HAZARD ASSESSMENT.
(Remove/edit section if your unit does not work on ATON Structures/tailor to your units needs –
buoy information is includes below but may need to be tailored for unit needs)
a. Do to the large number of ATON Structures assigned to this unit and standardization of most
structures a hazard assessment for each structure type and required fall protection is contained
in enclosure 1 as an information sheet. Aids with special requirements/hazards will have their
own specific information sheet in enclosure 1.
(1) Prior to each climb, the team will complete an ATON Structure Inspection Form (CG-6042).
If hazards are identified and the structure is deemed unsafe to climb suspend operations and
notify the CO/OIC as soon as possible.
b. In the event of a major work project, a special hazard assessment will be conducted.
c. Appendix B of reference (c) provides datasheets for various ATON structures in use by the Coast
Guard. Each data sheet has a paragraph stating the recommend fall protection required for
working on a given type of structure. This recommendation will be the primary guiding
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information related to selecting the proper level of fall protection to be used. Both the primary
climber and safety climber shall agree on the level of protection required.
d. Minor ATON Structures: Normally 20’ or less in height.
(1) Climbing and performing work on most minor structures will not require the use of fall
protection, as the work area is located at relatively low height above the water surface (or
ground) and using fall protection may adversely impact climber safety and ability to
accomplish work. When structures satisfy the conditions for guardrails per reference (c), this
will meet the requirement for fall restraint eliminating the need for a personal fall arrest
system (PFAS), provided the guardrails are in serviceable condition. If the climber will be
working from the ladder, a full body harness and work positioning lanyard will be required
for the climber to work hands free.
(a) If no guardrails are installed or they are not serviceable then the climber may utilize a full
body harness and work positioning lanyard in order to work hands free. This will serve
as fall restraint and ideally prevent the climber from stepping off the platform. The risk
relative to falling on ground or water at a low level will need to be taken into
consideration.
NOTE: Minor ATON structures do not provide the proper anchor points or available clearances for the
use of PFAS. In order for the PFAS system to work properly, the anchor point for attaching the arrest
system must be at or above the climber’s dorsal D-ring, capable of supporting 5,000 lbs (non-certified)
or 3,600 lbs (certified), and must provide for a minimum of 18’ clearance from the lower level in the
event of a fall.
e. Major ATON Structures: Over 20’ in height.
(1) Performing work on major ATON structures will require PFAS on the structure platform and
while climbing and working on the skeleton tower. For multiple pile platform structures,
guardrails shall be in place, serviceable, and serve as the fall restraint system on the structure
platforms. In addition, a ladder safety device on a fixed ladder and guardrails on the top
platform shall be in place, serviceable, and serve as the fall protection systems on skeleton
towers.
(a) When using a ladder safety device the climber will be fully dressed out in PFAS.
(2) If a climber is not designated as the primary or safety and will be remaining on the primary
platform, they will not be required to be dressed out in climbing equipment, provided the
guardrail system is in place and serviceable.
(3) Anyone who will be, or has the potential to climb, will be dressed out in a full body harness,
energy absorbing lanyards and have a work positioning lanyard attached to their harness.
(4) Enclosure 1 has more specific requirements and details for major structures within this unit’s
area of responsibility.
f. Additional Hazards to consider.
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(1) Stinging insects and snakes.
(2) Poisons plants.
g. Unit specific requirements
h. Buoys: (Remove this section if your unit does not work on buoys)
(1) Climbing and performing work on buoys will not require the use of energy absorbing
lanyards, as the work area is located at relatively low height above the water surface (or
ground) and using energy absorbing lanyards may adversely impact climber safety and
ability to accomplish work. If the climber will be working from the buoys cage or body, a
full body harness and work positioning lanyard will be required for the climber to work
hands free. This will serve as fall restraint and prevent the climber from falling from the
buoy.
(a) The use of step or extension ladders may provide for a more stable working environment
and also remove the need for members to be trained in fall protection. If ladders are used
the member should have a working knowledge of how to properly and safely use the step
or extension ladder.
(b) Unit specific requirements
12. PRE CLIMB/WORK FROM ELEVATED SURFACES AND WORK SITE INSPECTION.
a. The First step is to review the aid folder/FID to determine if there are any specific issues
documented in regards to working/climbing on the structure.
b. Pre planning that includes ensuring the required equipment is available on scene is a critical
element of ATON Structure Climbing. Always ensure the following equipment is included in
the items taken to the scene:
(1) First aid kit – Inspect prior to departing the unit
(2) Working at height rescue kit – Inspect the kit and equipment prior to departing
(3) Climbers’ gear bag
(4) Ladder safety climbing devises as needed
NOTE: Once on scene and it is determined that any of the above equipment is missing,
incomplete, or unserviceable; suspend work and notify the CO/OIC immediately.
c. For none routine or special evolutions a fall protection plan will be specifically developed to
include detailed equipment use requirements and rescue plan. Additional training shall be
conducted to meet the specific requirements of the plan.
d. Climbers will inspect their personal climbing equipment prior to and post use. If issues are
identified they shall not use the equipment and notify the FPPM/FPCP-R immediately.
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e. Surveying and assessing fall hazards on ATON structures will be conducted at every visit where
climbing will occur.
(1) Prior to each climb, the team will complete an ATON Structure Pre-Climb checklist and risk
assessment form (Enc 2) and an ATON Structure Inspection Form (CG-6042). If hazards are
identified and the structure is deemed unsafe to climb, notify the CO/OIC as soon as
possible. If the structure is going to be worked from the boat, a Pre-Climb checklist will not
need to be completed. A CG-6042 will still need to be completed.
f. After each climb a review will be completed of the evolution. Any issues identified with the FPP
or specific to working at the given structure will be documented on the FID worksheet.
(1) Changes to the FPP will be passed to the FPPM.
(2) Information specific to working on the structure will be documented on the FID.
g. Unit specific requirements
13. PROPER USE AND INSTALLATION OF FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS.
a. All climbers will follow standards provided during training and equipment user
guides/instructions while using fall protection equipment.
b. Installation of permanent fall protection systems (ladder safety devices) will be conducted per
the manufactures instructions and guidance from the approving authority and/or qualified person.
c. Unit specific requirements
14. USE OF FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS.
a. All personnel subject to fall hazards will follow standards provided during training and in
equipment user guides/instructions while using fall protection equipment.
b. In the event of a major work project or extended operation, a fall protection plan will be
specifically developed for the situation and include detailed equipment use requirements.
Additional training shall be conducted to meet the specific requirements of the plan.
c. Installation of permanent fall protection systems (ladder safety devices, horizontal life lines,
guard rails) will be conducted per the manufactures instructions and guidance from the
approving authority and/or qualified person.
d. Unit specific requirements
15. RESCUE PROCEDURES.
a. Prior to the start of any work at height, a rescue plan will be identified and discussed with all
members. This shall include the location of the nearest emergency medical services (EMS) and
their contact information (911 etc.)
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b. Once a fall occurs, the designated safety observer will initiate the rescue plan for that specific
work site. Members not directly involved should immediately contact EMS and/or OPCON.
c. Initial actions are critical for anyone suspended in a full body harness as death can occur in 30
minutes or less.
d. When the situation is stabilized, notification shall be made to OPCON, the CO/OIC and
XO/XPO.
e. Minor ATON structures: Depending on the location of the victim and equipment used, the most
common rescue requirement will be to recover the victim from the water. If the climber was
using work positioning lanyard, the employment of an assisted rescue process may be utilized.
The primary steps include attaching a safety line to the victim; clearing the member of the work
positioning or other obstruction and lowering them to safety.
f. Major ATON structures: Specific plans will be developed and discussed prior to departing the
unit.
g. Unit specific requirements
16. RECORDS MANAGEMENT CONSIDERATIONS. This instruction has been thoroughly reviewed
during the directives clearance process, and it has been determined there are no further records
scheduling requirements, in accordance with Federal Records Act, 44 U.S.C 3101 et seq., NARA
requirements, and Information and Life Cycle Management manual, COMDTINST M5212.12
(series). This policy does not have any significant or substantial change to existing records
management requirements.
17. ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECT AND IMPACT CONSIDERATIONS. Environmental
considerations were examined in the development of this Instruction and have been determined to be
categorically excluded.
18. FORMS/REPORTS. ATON Structure Inspection Form (CG-6042)
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NAME/RANK
Commanding Officer/Officer in Charge
Encl: (1) Aid Specific Information
(2) ATON Structure Pre-Climb Checklist and Risk Assessment
13. Enclosure 1
Aid specific information – Single Pile Wood (SPW)
Can cover multiple structures of the same type – considering land or water based issues
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Structure Type: SPW w/A-frame
Total Height: Platform is 18’ above water at
normal low tide.
Description: Single pile wood with A-frame,
has ladder lagged into pile.
Special Requirements:
Unit specific
Climber Requirement:
1 Basic or 1 Advanced
1 Rescue to serve as safety supervisor
Fall Protection Minimum Equipment:
1. Full body Harness
2. Work Positioning Lanyard for working
hands free
3. Rescue Kit
4. Life jacket
Special Equipment/Fabrication for climbing:
Unit specific requirements.
Example if aid is located on land a 30 foot
extension ladder may be used to eliminate the
need for PFAS.
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Aid specific information – Multi Pile Platform/Skelton Tower
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Aid Name: NATON Rear Range LT
LLNR: 12345
Date Built July 20, 1940
Foundation: Multi pile platform/ground
Structure Type: Multiple pile platform with 108
foot skeleton tower
Total Height: 120 feet
Last CEU Inspection: unknown
Description: This aid is 120’ tall with installed
ladder safety device. Main platform is 12 feet
above ground. Aid is on dry land.
Special Requirements:
Unit specific
Climber Requirement:
Due to this aid’s height 3 climbers are required
when climbing. Primary climber and two safety
observers. Or 2 Advanced and 1 Rescue
Climber.
The aid is approximately 30nm from the nearest
point of emergency rescue/medical services.
Prior to departing or starting work the
following units will be notified:
USCG Station Two Rivers COMCEN at xxx-
xxx-xxxx.
Fall Protection Minimum Equipment:
1. Full body Harness/PFAS
2. First Aid Kit
3. Rescue Kit
Special Equipment/Fabrication for climbing:
Need 20 foot extension ladder to access first
platform which is 12 feet above ground. Climbers
shall be fully dressed out and use PFAS with
ladder safety device.
15. ATON Structure Pre-Climb
Checklist and Risk Assessment
Page 1 of 2 Enclosure 2
Date: Structure Name: Type:
Climbing Team Position Name Qualification Level
Safety Observer/Supervisor Rescue (minimum)
Primary Climber Basic Advanced Rescue
Alternate Climber Basic Advanced Rescue
Alternate Climber Basic Advanced Rescue
NOTE: For structures over 150’ a secondary climber must ascend staying within 150’ of primary climber.
This climber shall be rescue certified.
Purpose of Climb:_____________________________________________________________________________________________
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Current Weather Forecasted Weather
Sunny/Temperature Sunny/Temperature
Rain Rain
Snow Snow
Fog Fog
Ice Ice
Winds (knots/MPH) Winds (Knots/MPH)
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Contact Information
Prior Notification Made of climbing operations?
No / Yes – Agency Name/Number:
Nearest Hospital/Number:
Primary EMS Contact Number if no prior notification: 911 / Other – Number:
NOTE: Ensure route maps to nearest medical services are located where members can access them and all team members are
aware of EMS contact procedures.
RESCUE PLAN
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Pre-Climb Checks Initials
Climbing Gear issued is in good working order and PMS has been performed.
Ensure climbers know location and proper operation of safety equipment and first aid kits.
Perform hand-held radio or cell phone check. Ensure radio checks are conducted every 5 minutes while climbing
in reduced visibility.
16. ATON Structure Pre-Climb
Checklist and Risk Assessment
Page 2 of 2 Enclosure 2
Pre-Climb Checks (Continued) Initials
Ensure Structure is de-energized for mounting, climbing and dismounting.
Check for any special fabrications needed before work begins.
Ensure safety lanyard is attached to all tools and equipment on the structure to prevent missile hazard.
Check for any electrical dangers, noise, live hazards (snakes, birds, insects, rodents, farm animals and other
humans).
Perform individual pre-climb inspections of Personal Protective Equipment (harness, D-rings (centered on back),
deceleration lanyards, working lanyards, and ladder safety device) include route inspections.
ATON Structure Inspection Form (CG-6042) completed - Yes No
Command Specific Requirements
Discus Climb Plan and Evolution to include the WHO, WHAT, WHEN and HOW
Comments:__________________________________________________________________________________________________
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GAR Operational Risk Management Assessment (Score between 1 and 10)
SUPERVISION: Supervisory Control should consider how qualified the supervisor is and is the supervision taking
place. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
PLANNING: Planning and preparation should consider how much information you have, how clear it is, and how
much time you have to plan and evaluate the information. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
CREW SELECTION: Crew selection should consider the experience level of the individuals used for the specific
evolution. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
CREW FITNESS: Crew fitness should consider the physical and mental state of the crew. This is generally a
function of how much rest the crew has had. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
EQUIPMENT: Equipment should consider factors that may affect operational status of equipment such as
monitoring and controls of equipment, rated load, conditional status of equipment. ( 0 low risk – 10 high risk)
ENVIRONMENT: Environment should consider factors affecting personnel, cutter, and attached boat performance.
This includes time of day, temperature, sea conditions, etc. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
EVOLUTION COMPLEXITY: Event complexity should consider both the required time and the situation. The
longer exposed to a hazard, the greater the risks. (0 low risk to 10 high risk).
SCORE
GREEN – 0 to 26 AMBER – 27 to 48 RED – 49 to 70
NOTE: For scores in the AMBER and RED discus mitigation options or consider postponing climb. For structures that do
not have a favorable inspection (CG-6042) notify CO/OIC and suspend climb till corrective action can be taken.
Safety Observer/Supervisor Name/Signature: Date:
CO/OIC Name/Signature: Date:
Climb Start Time: Climb End Time:
Observations/good to know for next visit:
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