Tips for Avoiding Fall Hazards

More than 1/3 of construction fatalities are caused by falling, and that does not just include falling from high distances. Minimizing distractions, such as walking around with your phone, being aware and observant of your surroundings, using machine safeguards that are designed to prevent falling, maintaining three points of contact when entering and exiting machines (and other climbing situation) and putting things where they belong to keep the work environment clean and organized are all ways you can help reduce your risk.

Watch this video from Komatsu America to learn more about how you can avoid fall hazards.