Fall Protection

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How Prelion Systems' Construction Safety Platform Solves Your Top 3 OSHA Fine Risks
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How Prelion Systems' Construction Safety Platform Solves Your Top 3 OSHA Fine Risks

Prelion Systems offers a purpose-built construction safety platform designed from field experience to tackle the top three costly OSHA violations: Fall Protection, Lockout/Tagout, and Hazard Communication and Training. It provides a proactive, digital solution to manage critical risks and avoid significant fines, moving beyond generic software to protect workers effectively.

Ben Foster·June 18, 2026
Skilled trades workers on a construction site diligently following safety protocols, including fall protection, in a well-lit environment.
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Workplace Safety Practices for Skilled Trades

In 2023, U.S. construction sites recorded 1,075 fatal injuries, according to Pelco . Falls remained the leading cause of death in the construction industry, as reported by OSHA . These incidents highl

Ben Foster·May 19, 2026
Construction workers meticulously using fall protection gear, including harnesses and safety nets, on a high-rise building site.
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Addressing Persistent Safety Violations in Skilled Trades

Last year, inadequate fall protection accounted for nearly 40% of all OSHA citations in construction.

Ben Foster·April 28, 2026
Construction workers on a high-rise site, demonstrating the critical need for OSHA fall protection standards and safety equipment.
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What are OSHA fall protection standards for construction sites?

In 2021 alone, 372 construction workers were killed by falls to a lower level, making falls the leading cause of death in the industry despite clear federal regulations, according to KIPRC .

Ben Foster·April 19, 2026
Construction worker carefully setting up a tall extension ladder, adhering to safety protocols under early morning sunlight.
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Ladder Safety: Regulations, Setup, and Climbing Techniques

Ladders taller than 24 feet require cages or safety systems to comply with fall protection rules, a regulation often overlooked by those who view ladders as simple tools.

Ben Foster·April 18, 2026
Skilled trades workers in construction, shipyard, and longshoreman roles demonstrating proper fall protection equipment usage at varying heights.
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What are Skilled Trades Fall Protection Regulations?

While a construction worker needs fall protection at six feet, a shipyard employee requires it at five feet, and a longshoreman at eight feet, revealing a surprising patchwork of safety rules.

Ben Foster·April 11, 2026
Construction workers performing a thorough pre-use inspection on a tall ladder and scaffolding structure at a jobsite, ensuring all safety protocols are met before work begins.
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Top 7 Essential Safety Practices for Ladders and Scaffolding

This guide details the top 7 essential safety practices for working with ladders and scaffolding, providing crucial procedures to prevent falls and ensure compliance on any jobsite.

Ben Foster·April 8, 2026
A construction worker wearing a full-body harness and safety helmet, securely attached to a lifeline while working on a high-rise building, demonstrating essential fall protection practices.
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Top 7 Essential Safety Practices for Working at Heights: A Comprehensive Guide

This comprehensive guide breaks down the top 7 essential safety practices for working at heights, prioritizing strategies to mitigate fall hazards for construction and maintenance professionals.

Ben Foster·April 3, 2026