construction safety association of ontario
suspended access equipment
Suspended access equipment of various kinds has been used in construction and restoration for many years.With the increase in high-rise construction there has been a corresponding increase in the number and diversity of applications for this equipment. Unfortunately, there has also been an increase in the number of injuries and fatalities.
In an average year, two fatalities and over 100 lost-time injuries are connected with suspended access equipment in Ontario construction and window cleaning.
This chapter covers the main types of suspended access equipment used in construction, restoration, and maintenance work. It explains the fundamental requirements for set-up, rigging, and use; the necessary provisions for fall arrest; and the importance of assessing each job carefully in order to select the equipment most suitable for safe, efficient operation.
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