You could be using the wrong guardrail. 

I’ve heard the word temporary used in several ways for guardrail, and not all of them correct. The definition of temporary is “lasting for a limited period of time”.

I hate ladders.

As someone who frequently visits facilities for rooftop audits, I can safely say that ladders are more difficult to use than rooftop stairs. They make a day of inspecting facilities feel that much longer.

The #1 cited OSHA violation in 2023 was fall protection. 13 years running. The count of violations is more than double second place, which was hazard communication.

This means people are at risk while working because falls aren’t properly addressed and those hazards aren’t properly...

Did you know that you don’t always need fall protection?

Of course, you don’t when there is no fall hazard. However, OSHA has included provisions in its code that identify specific circumstances where a fall hazard exists, and no fall protection is required.

It may seem crazy and...

Solar energy installations are on the rise.

You may want to reduce greenhouse emissions or become energy independent. Either way, deciding to install solar panels can impact more than just your energy bill.

These large installations take up a lot of space. The rooftop is often unused realty...

Data centers are a crucial component of our society.

As more continue to be built every year, it’s important that we look at the risks to those who maintain them. After all, we need those data centers to be running at peak efficiency.

In this article, we discuss the different types of fall protection utilized in the telecom industry, and how to assess the hazards on your building's roof with a fall hazard survey.

There are two things I think of first when New York City comes to mind. The bustling streets packed with such a diverse group of people and the gorgeous skyline adorned by skyscrapers. 

What happens when you put these two together? 

A need for safety. 

One vital aspect of NYC’s safety...

For HVAC technicians, working on rooftops presents inherent risks, even in optimal conditions. These risks are magnified when the roof in question is pitched.

With a sloped roof, it’s hard to find a stable working surface. Add wet or winter conditions to that and you’ve magnified the...

Maintenance is a critical aspect of dealership operations, and one of the most frequent maintenance tasks is the oil change. This task requires getting underneath the vehicle.

One of the most common ways to do that is by using a pit. This allows the mechanic to access the belly of the vehicle...

Have you ever stepped onto a roof, been hit by a blast of wind, and realized that your life was at risk?

We recently helped one of our customers with this very problem. They needed a certificate of occupancy, but the inspector could not complete the inspection because they were concerned...

Fire engines are crucial tools in the fight against fires and during rescue operations. Due to their special equipment and size, such as heavy water tanks, extensive equipment and special requirements, they are often unsuitable for standard lifts.  

Fire engines are often serviced in...

Picture this, you’ve just taken on the job as Safety Manager for your company. You’re excited to get started in your new role and bring a new level of safety compliance to your facility.

However, on your first day on the job, you realize just how unsafe your warehouse is.

What do you do?...

There’s a lot that goes on at your loading dock. Loading, unloading… well I guess that’s mostly it. 

However, loading docks present a fall hazard that, while obvious, is often overlooked due to the lack of understanding on how to best protect it while not inhibiting your...

When navigating your rooftop, ensuring a safe and efficient route is crucial. While stairs and ladders are the traditional way of traversing, ramps are a new possible solution for rooftop egress. Whether for residential, commercial, or industrial buildings, ramps can provide accessibility,...

Founded in 1951, Benny’s Car Wash & Oil Change has become a trusted name in vehicle care throughout Baton Rouge. What began as a car wash operation quickly expanded into oil changes and state vehicle inspections, growing into a multi-location business serving thousands of customers each...

Vehicle service pits are common in automotive shops, fleet maintenance facilities, transit garages, and heavy equipment service centers. And while these pits make inspections and repairs more efficient, they also create a serious fall hazard if left unprotected. 

Across Canada, occupational...

The Risk You Already Have (Whether You Realize It or Not)

A maintenance technician climbs onto the roof to service an HVAC unit. There’s no designated walkway, or rooftop platform, just a membrane roof and a slight elevation change around the unit. To reach a valve, they step onto an...

Disclaimer: We are NOT lawyers and are we are NOT OSHA. This article is designed to assist you as you deal with the next steps following an OSHA citation based on our research. If you have direct questions about your citation, please reach out to OSHA (OSHA.gov) or to your local...