Fall Prevention Training Guide

A Lesson Plan for Employers

OSHA 3666-04 2014

A Guide for Employers to Give 

Fall Prevention Training to Workers

Occupational Safety 

and Health Administration

U.S. Department of Labor Safety Pays. Falls Cost.

www.osha.gov/stopfalls

Table of Contents

Introduction .............................................................................................................................1

Why is it important to prevent falls?.......................................................................................2

Carrying out the training.........................................................................................................2

How to use Toolbox Talks ......................................................................................................2

How Toolbox Talks are formatted...........................................................................................3

Preparing to teach the training sessions..................................................................................3

Advice for trainers...................................................................................................................3

First Talk: Ladder Safety.........................................................................................................5

Second Talk: Scaffolding Safety .............................................................................................7

Third Talk: Roofing Work Safety............................................................................................9

OSHA Educational Materials and Resources.......................................................................13

Prevention Videos (v-Tools).............................................................................................14

Fall Prevention Fact Sheet – English...............................................................................15

Una hoja informativa—Prevención contra caídas – Español .........................................15

Fall Prevention Wallet Card – English ............................................................................16

Tarjeta sobre la prevención contra caídas – Español ......................................................16

Cartão de prevenção contra quedas – Portuguese ..........................................................16

Fall Prevention Poster – English......................................................................................17

Prevención de caídas—Cartel – Español........................................................................17

Falling Off Ladders Can Kill: Use Them Safely Booklet/Las caídas desde 

escaleras pueden ser mortales: Úselas de forma segura – English/Español...................18

Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 1

Introduction

Falls cause more deaths in construction than any other hazard. In 2011, falls accounted 

for over a third of the 721 total construction deaths. Workers performing tasks 6 feet or 

more above lower levels are at risk of fatal falls or serious injuries. 

This training guide will help you plan how to prevent injuries and fatalities from falls 

among your crew, and provide training to your workers. It includes the following tools:

z Instructions for using the Toolbox Talks to train workers in fall prevention

(pages 2–3).

z A series of Toolbox Talks about various fall prevention topics (pages 5–12).

Additional resources:

z A Fact Sheet, in English and Spanish, with some key information about preventing 

falls (page 15).

z A Wallet Card, in English and Spanish, which provides the web address for OSHA’s 

Fall Prevention Campaign website and OSHA’s contact information (page 16).

z Easy-to-read OSHA posters, in English and Spanish, for the worksite and the 

community that you can copy and distribute to workers (page 17).

z A bilingual booklet on ladder safety, Falling Off Ladders Can Kill: Use Them Safely, 

which can be read on any mobile device (page 18).

The training is designed to be:

z Short — Each Toolbox Talk should last approximately 5-10 minutes. Although some 

talks contain more material than others, Toolbox Talks can be given at meetings 

before the work shift or during breaks.

z Participatory — Workers attending the talk should be able to ask questions and 

discuss the topic. This increases the likelihood they will remember the information.

z Easy to follow.
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Why is it important to prevent falls?

z Preventing falls can mean the difference between life and death. Hundreds of workers 

die from falls each year. You can prevent such deaths by planning to get the job done 

safely, providing the right fall protection equipment, and training all workers to use 

the equipment safely. 

z Many construction workers perform tasks at a height that requires protection from 

fall hazards.

z Having a serious injury or death occur at work affects everyone at a worksite. 

z A fall can occur in a split second without any time for the worker to react.

Carrying out the training

Short and direct Toolbox Talks can be a very efficient way to reach workers with 

health and safety information. Like all training, delivering the information effectively 

takes preparation and a desire to involve the workers in health and safety at the 

workplace. Employers may train workers to lead the training or have supervisors provide 

the training. Studies have shown peer-to-peer training is effective, participatory and 

well-retained. 

In this guide, you will find advice for trainers that will encourage discussion and enable 

workers to actively participate in keeping the job site safe.

Follow these three steps to prepare and present a Toolbox Talk:

1. Read and become familiar with the next section, “How to use Toolbox Talks.”

2. Give one of the Toolbox Talks.

3. Get feedback from the other workers. Did they understand the material? Was it well 

presented? How could the training be more relevant to their work?

How to use Toolbox Talks 

The training guide is written so that you can easily follow it. The training is divided into 

three Toolbox Talks, each addressing a fall prevention topic. These include:

z First Talk: Ladder Safety

z Second Talk: Scaffolding Safety

z Third Talk: Roofing Work Safety
Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 3

To provide this training, you will be leading a discussion in which you give an example 

of a fatality related to the topic, discuss how it could have been prevented, ask questions, 

and encourage participation.

How Toolbox Talks are formatted

z Each Toolbox Talk begins with an example of the types of incidents that are possible 

if workers do not follow the fall prevention guidelines outlined in the training.

z Following the job site example, the Toolbox Talk lists guidelines for preventing falls 

related to the topic (e.g., ladders). 

z Finally, each training sheet includes blank lines for workers to include ways that the 

topic is applicable to their job site. 

Preparing to teach the training sessions

1. Spend about 15 minutes to become familiar with the Toolbox Talk.

2. Print a copy of a relevant Toolbox Talk and think about how the topic relates to your 

specific worksite. 

3. Look through the educational materials and resources listed at the end of the training 

guide, along with other materials on OSHA’s web site, to find materials to supplement 

the Toolbox Talk. 

Advice for trainers

Safety meetings work best if the whole crew actively participates. This makes it more 

interesting and more likely that people will remember the information you’ve given 

them. Here are some ways to encourage everyone to get involved:

z Ask questions instead of simply giving them the information. After you ask a 

question, wait a short time to let people think. Then, call on volunteers to answer. 

z Ask about personal experience. This can help the group see how the topic is relevant 

to them. You could ask: Has anyone here fallen off a ladder? What happened?

z Make sure everyone has a chance to talk. If a crew member is talking too much, invite 

someone else to speak.

z Never make fun of anyone or put anyone down, especially for asking questions.
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z Don’t fake it. If you don’t know the answer to a question, don’t guess. Write the 

question down and promise to get back to them.

z Stick to the topic. If the crew’s questions and comments move too far from the topic, 

tell them that their concerns can be addressed later, either privately or in a future 

safety meeting.
Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 5

ToolboxTalks

First Talk: Ladder Safety

Job site example

Ryan was applying sheetrock mud to a wall and 

was standing on the top rung of a 12-foot ladder. 

He lost his balance, fell to the concrete floor, 

and landed on his head. He suffered a major 

head injury.

Ladders are involved in many incidents like this, 

some of which are fatal. Your life literally can 

depend on knowing how to inspect, use and care 

for this tool. Let’s spend a few minutes talking 

about ladders.

Inspecting ladders

Before using any ladder, inspect it. Look for the 

following faults:

z Loose or missing rungs or cleats;

z Loose nails, bolts, screws; 

z Wood splinters or damaged edges;

z Cracked, broken, split, dented, or badly worn 

rungs, cleats, or side rails; and

z Corrosion of metal ladders or metal parts. 

If you find a ladder in poor condition, tag the 

ladder and take it out of service. If repairs are not 

feasible, the defective ladder should be removed 

from the job site. 

Using ladders

Choose the right type and size ladder. Except 

where stairways, ramps, or runways are 

provided, use a ladder to go from one level to 

another. Keep these points in mind:

1. Be sure straight ladders are long enough 

so that the side rails extend above the top 

support point, by at least 36 inches.

2. Don’t set up ladders in areas such as 

doorways or walkways where others may 

run into them, unless they are protected by 

barriers. Keep the area around the top and 

base of the ladder clear. Don’t run hoses, 

extension cords, or ropes on a ladder and 

create an obstruction.

3. Don’t try to increase the height of a ladder 

by standing it on boxes, barrels or other 

materials. Don’t try to splice two ladders 

together.

4. Do not apply personal or job stickers/decals.

5. Set the ladder on solid footing against a solid 

support. Don’t try to use a stepladder as a 

straight ladder.

6. Place the base of straight ladders out away 

from the wall or edge of the upper level 

about 1 foot for every 4 feet of vertical 

height. Don’t use ladders as a platform, 

runway or scaffold.
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7. Tie in, block or otherwise secure the top of 

straight ladders to prevent them from shifting.

8. To avoid slipping on a ladder, check your 

shoes for oil, grease or mud and wipe it off 

before climbing.

9. Always face the ladder and hold on with both 

hands when climbing up or down. Don’t try 

to carry tools or materials with you.

10. Don’t lean out to the side when you’re on 

a ladder. If something is out of reach, get 

down and move the ladder over.

11. Most ladders are designed to hold only one 

person at a time. Use by two workers may 

cause the ladder to fail or throw the ladder 

off balance.

Care of ladders

Take good care of ladders and they’ll take care 

of you. Store them in well-ventilated areas, away 

from dampness.

REMEMBER!

These safety practices may save you 

from a ladder tipping hazard!

Suggested Questions for your 

Toolbox Talks

z How could Ryan’s injury been prevented?

z How are ladders used on this job site and 

how will you use them safely?

z How often should a ladder be inspected?

z What should you do if you find defects on a 

ladder?

z How high must the side rails of a straight 

ladder extend above the landing/support 

point?

z What is the correct way to set up a ladder?

z What direction should you face while 

climbing up and down a ladder?
Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 7

ToolboxTalks

Second Talk: Scaffolding Safety

Job site example

Willie, a construction worker, fell 20 feet from 

an unsecured scaffold. He had been helping 

to install metal frames on the outer wall of a 

residential building when the incident happened. 

The leaning scaffold was not tied off, and while 

Willie was working, the scaffold moved away 

from the building. He then fell to the ground, 

hitting his head on the second story, and died.

It’s a terrible thing to realize that hardly a work 

day goes by without a construction worker 

falling off a scaffold to his death. These deaths 

can be prevented.

Designing scaffolding

To avoid the use of makeshift platforms, each 

job should be carefully planned to assure that 

scaffolding is used when required and that 

scaffolding conforms to the applicable regulations.

z All scaffolds must be fully planked and 

constructed to support the load they are 

designed to carry. Scaffold planks must be 

cleated or secured, or extend over the end 

supports by at least 6 inches, but not by more 

than 12 inches.

z Ties, guys, and braces for a scaffold must 

be installed according to the scaffold 

manufacturer’s recommendations. If the 

specifications are unknown then the standards 

at 29 CFR 1926.451(c)(1) must be followed.

z Barrels, boxes, kegs, horses, ladders, loose 

tile blocks, loose piles of bricks, A-frames 

or other unstable objects shall not be used as 

work platforms or to support scaffolds. Never 

use work platforms mounted on top of other 

work platforms.

z Guardrails, midrails and toeboards must be 

installed on all open sides of scaffolds, 10 

feet or more in height.

z Falling object protection must be provided in 

areas where persons are required to work or 

pass under a scaffold.

z Overhead protection is required if employees 

working on scaffolds are exposed to overhead 

hazards.

Using scaffolding

1. Inspect scaffolds daily before you trust your 

life to them. Check guardrails, connectors, 

fastenings, footings, tie-ins, bracing and 

planking. Damaged scaffolds must be 

removed from service immediately.

2. Do not climb cross-bracing as a means 

of access.

3. Don’t stockpile materials on scaffolds. 

Remove all tools and leftover materials at 

the end of the day.

4. Never overload scaffolds. Pile necessary 

materials over ledger and bearer points.

5. Keep platforms and area near the scaffold 

clear of debris, unneeded equipment or 
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material, and anything else that might cause 

you to slip or trip.

6. Use access ladders provided for each scaffold. 

Climbing off the end frames is prohibited.

7. In winter, clear platforms of all ice and 

snow before using. Sand wet planking for 

sure footing.

8. Never ‘ride’ a (mobile) rolling scaffold.

9. Only use a rolling scaffold on level surfaces, 

and lock caster breaks when not in motion. 

When moving, make certain the route is 

clear of holes and overhead obstructions. 

Secure all loose materials.

10. Use personal fall protection equipment tied 

off to an anchorage point from a lanyard, 

lifeline and/or deceleration device, when 

working from floats, needle beam scaffolds, 

or suspended scaffolds.

11. Protect ropes and safety lines from burning 

or welding.

Care of scaffolding

Help protect scaffolds, don’t bang into them with 

equipment or materials. When hoisting material 

from the ground, control it with a tagline.

REMEMBER!

Give a scaffold the respect it deserves and 

it will serve as a convenient work platform.

Suggested Questions for your 

Toolbox Talks

z How could Willie’s death been prevented?

z How are scaffolds used on this job site and 

how will you use them safely?

z How often should a scaffold be inspected?

z What should you do if you find defects on 

a scaffold?

z When are guard rails required on the 

scaffolds used on this job site?

z When can you use the cross-bracing or end 

frames to climb up or down a scaffold?
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ToolboxTalks

Third Talk: Roofing Work Safety

Job site example

On June 6, 2011, John, a roofing professional, 

was working near an unguarded skylight 

installed on the roof of a one-story commercial 

building, currently under construction. While 

installing roofing materials, he came in contact 

with an unprotected skylight and fell 18 feet 

to the floor below, fracturing only his right 

shoulder and rib. John was extremely lucky! 

Many construction workers die from work 

activities performed near existing skylights, 

skylight openings, and other types of roof and/or 

roof opening hazards. As a result, roofing falls are 

the leading cause of death(s) on construction work 

sites. These fatal falls are attributed to: (1) failure 

to appropriately guard skylights and other existing 

roof openings, and (2) failure to provide effective 

fall protection training to workers in hazard 

recognition of serious fall hazards at the job site. 

Fall prevention must be provided when working 

on steep roofs, open-sided floors, landings, 

or scaffold platforms, etc., whether the work 

activity is conducted by a general contractor, 

self-employed contractor, subcontractor or an 

individual worker.

What are fall hazards?

z Unprotected leading edge work

z Unprotected wall and floor openings

z Hoist areas

z Uncovered holes

z Roof and elevator openings

z Poor working surface integrity

z Unprotected ramps and runways

z Dangerous equipment

z Form work and reinforcing steel 

z Excavations, wells and pits

What are the results of a fall hazard?

A fall hazard may result in death (fatality) or 

serious injuries such as permanent paralysis, 

blunt trauma to the head, broken bones, 

fractures, or other internal damage. 

How to protect workers from 

fall hazards: 

The most effective way to protect workers from 

falls is to eliminate the fall hazard. If this is not 

feasible, the employer is required to use at least 

one of the following:

ELIMINATION

GUARDRAILS

FALL RESTRAINT

FALL ARREST

OTHER ACCEPTABLE SYSTEMS
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z Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFASs), or fall 

restraints consist of:

a) Anchorage — A fixed and secured point 

of attachment for lifelines, lanyards, or 

deceleration devices capable of supporting 

5,000 lbs. Sound anchorages include: 

structural members, but not standpipes, 

vents, other piping systems and electrical 

conduit. 

b) Body Harness — Straps which may 

be secured to the body in a manner 

which will distribute fall arrest forces 

over the thighs, pelvis, waist, chest and 

shoulders, with a means to attach to other 

components of a PFAS. 

c) Connectors — Devices used to couple/

connect parts of the PFAS and positioning 

system devices together, e.g. a carabiner 

or an integral part of the system such as 

a dee-ring or buckle (sewn into a body 

harness) or a locking snap-hook.

d) Deceleration Device — Any mechanism, 

such as a rope grab, rip-stitch lanyard, 

specially-woven lanyard, tearing or 

deforming lanyards, automatic selfretracting lifelines/lanyards, which serves 

to dissipate a substantial amount of 

energy during a fall arrest, or otherwise 

limit the energy imposed on an employee 

during fall arrest.

INSPECTIONS

Daily inspections are required prior to use 

of PFASs for wear damage, deterioration 

or other component defect and if observed, 

the PFAS must be immediately removed 

from service.

Other forms of fall protection 

systems include: 

z Guardrail Systems – 1926.502(b),

z Safety Net Systems – 1926.502(c),

z Warning Line Systems – 1926.502(f),

z Controlled Access Zones – 1926.502(g),

z Safety Monitor Systems – 1926.502(h), and

z Hole Covers – 1926.502(i).

Fall prevention practices

Who has seen or heard of a worker who sat on 

a skylight for a break, a drink or a smoke, and 

then, the skylight breaks, and the worker falls 

onto the concrete floor below?

Yet we don’t even need a skylight, or a floor 

opening to fall through a roof! We can overload 

a roof with materials and equipment until the 

structure fails, or we may begin to work on an 

older roof without first inspecting the underside 

for signs of damage and/or decay.

What steps do we take to keep us 

working safely on roofs? 

z Use PFASs or other fall protection systems, 

as per the OSHA Fall Protection standard.
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z Train workers in hazard recognition and the 

OSHA Fall Protection standard to properly 

identify and understand the severity of fall 

hazards and certify through a written record. 

z Guard or secure covers over holes with 

materials of sufficient strength, and write 

“Hole” over the cover upon observing the 

fall hazard.

z Provide and use safety monitor systems, 

warning line systems, or controlled access 

zones, in accord with the OSHA Fall 

Protection standard. 

Personal fall arrest systems

When conducting roofing work, there are 

many ways to prevent fall hazards. If workers 

use a Personal Fall Arrest System (PFAS), the 

employer must provide a full body harness, 

lanyard and/or lifeline, for each worker, and 

an anchorage point independent of supporting 

any other platforms, but capable of supporting 

5,000 lbs (22.2kN), per each attached worker. 

Make sure the PFAS fits the worker, and 

regularly inspect all fall protection equipment 

to ensure that it’s still in good condition. If 

workers do not routinely use their PFAS, they 

may neglect routine daily inspection of their 

equipment — and when required to use their 

PFAS, a component part may fail! 

Falls are the leading cause of death in the 

construction industry, and even experienced 

workers can be hurt and killed in falls. Regularly 

wear your PFAS, stay connected and tie-off to a 

proper anchorage point at the job site. 

Safety monitor

Workers can use a safety monitor system in 

conjunction with a warning line system with 

a low slope roof (4:12 vertical to horizontal, or 

less), under 50 feet or less in width. The safety 

monitor must be a competent person and have 

no other duties that could interfere with their 

responsibility. They are required to work on the 

same level as the work being performed, and 

close enough to workers for direct monitoring 

(visual) and for verbal communication.

Let’s discuss fall protection!

1. Have you received training in OSHA’s 

Fall Protection standard?

2. Construction work at what level(s) 

require fall protection?

3. What conditions may lead to falls 

through a skylight, hole or over a 

ramp? 

4. Is there a need to use fall protection at 

your job site?

5. What should the employer do to 

ensure that your job sites are free of 

unidentified fall hazards?

6. What OSHA standard applies?

Suggested Questions for your 

Toolbox Talks

z How could John’s fall been prevented?

z What is the leading cause of death in the 

construction industry?

z What fall protection systems are we using on 

this job site?
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z How often should your fall protection system 

be inspected?

z What should you do if you find defects with 

the fall protection system?

z What are some of the roofing fall hazards on 

this job site?

z How do we protect holes and skylights on 

this job site?
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OSHA Educational Materials and Resources

The following OSHA Fall Prevention publications are provided in this Fall Prevention 

Training Guide. 

z Fall Prevention Fact Sheet, OSHA 3533 – English

z Una hoja informativa—Prevención contra caídas, OSHA 3534 – Español

z Fall Prevention Wallet Card, OSHA 3557 – English

z Tarjeta sobre la prevención contra caídas, OSHA 3564 – Español

z Cartão de prevenção contra quedas, OSHA 3664 – Portuguese

z Fall Prevention Poster, OSHA 3531 – English

z Prevención de caídas—Cartel, OSHA 3532 – Español

z Falling Off Ladders Can Kill: Use Them Safely Booklet/Las caídas desde escaleras 

pueden ser mortales: Úselas de forma segura, OSHA 3625 – English/Español 

Other OSHA publications:

Many OSHA publications are available in both English and Spanish, as well as 

Portuguese, Russian and other languages. To order multiple copies of these resources, 

call OSHA’s Office of Communications at (202) 693-1999 or visit OSHA’s Publications 

page at www.osha.gov/publications. 

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Prevention Videos (v-Tools)

Videos are an effective educational tool. 

We have several workplace training videos 

based on true stories that are available 

online at www.osha.gov/stopfalls. The 

videos examine how falls lead to death 

and how these fatal falls could have been 

prevented.

These training tools (v-Tools) support 

why using the right type of fall protection 

equipment will enable workers to go home 

the same way they came to work that day. 

You can download the following videos, 

view the transcripts or view them on 

YouTube:

Falls in Construction

z Floor Openings

z Fixed Scaffolds

z Bridge Decking

z Reroofing

z Leading Edge Work
Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 15

Fall Prevention Fact Sheet – English

I worked construction for 10 years 

before my fall. It shattered my body 

and my livelihood.

Work safely. Use the right equipment.

DON’T

disconnect from 

the lifeline

DON’T

use defective equipment 

DON’T

work around unprotected 

openings or skylights

FALL PREVENTION FACT SHEET

PLAN ahead to get the job done safely.

PROVIDE the right roof equipment. 

TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safely. 

Wear a harness and always stay connected

Make sure your harness fi ts

Use guardrails or lifelines

Inspect all fall protection equipment before use

Guard or cover all holes, openings, and skylights

DON’T

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www.osha.gov U.S. Department of Labor PLAN ahead to get the job done safely. PROVIDE the right equipment. TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safely. 

Safety Pays. Falls Cost.

www.osha.gov/stopfalls

NIOSH 2012-142 / OSHA 3533-04 2012 

FALLS FROM ROOFS CAN BE PREVENTED!

Una hoja informativa—Prevención contra caídas – Español

Trabajé en la construcción por 10 años

antes de mi caída. Destrozó mi cuerpo

y mi forma de ganarme la vida.

Trabaje con seguridad. Use el equipo correcto.

NO

se desconecte de 

la cuerda de 

salvamento

NO

trabaje cerca de 

tragaluces u aberturas 

que no estén protegidas

UNA HOJA INFORMATIVA—PREVENCIÓN CONTRA CAÍDAS

PLANIFIQUEcon anticipación para hacer el trabajo de forma segura. 

PROPORCIONE el equipo para techos correcto.

ADIESTRE a todo el mundo a utilizar el equipo de forma segura.

Use un arnés y siempre quédese conectado

Asegúrese de que el arnés le quede a la medida

Use barandas o cuerdas de salvamento

Inspeccione el equipo de seguridad antes de usarlo

Proteja o cubra todos los huecos, aberturas y tragaluces

NO

use equipo defectuoso 

 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) • TTY 1-877-889-5627

www.osha.gov Departamento de Trabajo 

de los EE. UU. PLANIFIQUE con anticipación para hacer el trabajo de forma segura. PROPORCIONE el equipo correcto.

ADIESTRE a todo el mundo a utilizar el equipo de forma segura.

La seguridad paga,

las caídas cuestan.

www.osha.gov/stopfalls/spanish

NIOSH 2012-142SP / OSHA 3534-04 2012 

¡LAS CAÍDAS DESDE TECHOS PUEDEN PREVENIRSE!

Administración de 

Seguridad y Salud 

Ocupacional
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Fall Prevention Wallet Card – English

PLAN.

PROVIDE.

TRAIN.

Falls from ladders, 

scaffolds and roofs 

can be prevented!

www.osha.gov/stopfalls 800-321-OSHA (6742) TTY 1-877-889-5627

PLAN ahead to get the job done safely.

PROVIDE the right equipment.

TRAIN everyone to use the 

equipment safely.

OSHA 3557-06 2012

Tarjeta sobre la prevención contra caídas – Español

PLANIFIQUE

PROPORCIONE

ADIESTRE

¡Las caídas desde 

escaleras, andamios 

y techos pueden ser

prevenidas!

www.osha.gov/stopfalls/spanish 800-321-OSHA (6742) TTY 1-877-889-5627

PLANIFIQUE con anticipación para 

hacer el trabajo de forma segura.

PROPORCIONE el equipo correcto.

ADIESTRE a todo el mundo a 

utilizar el equipo 

de forma segura.

OSHA 3564-05R 2013 - Spanish

Cartão de prevenção contra quedas – Portuguese

PLANEJE.

FORNEÇA.

TREINE.

As quedas de escadas, 

andaimes e telhados 

podem ser prevenidas!

A segurança paga

 As quedas custam

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PLANEJE antes para fazer o trabalho 

com segurança.

FORNEÇA o equipamento correto.

TREINE todo mundo na utilização 

segura do equipamento.

OSHA 3664-05 2013 - Portuguese
Fall Prevention Training Guide: A Lesson Plan for Employers 17

Fall Prevention Poster – English

U.S. Department of Labor

PLAN ahead to get the job done safely. PROVIDE the right equipment. TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safely.

www.osha.gov/stopfalls

1-800-321-OSHA (6742) • TTY 1-877-889-5627

I worked construction for 10 years before my fall. It shattered my body and my livelihood.Work safely. Use the right equipment.

Safety Pays. Falls Cost.

FALLS FROM LADDERS, SCAFFOLDS AND ROOFS CAN BE PREVENTED!

www.osha.gov

NIOSH 2012-141 / OSHA 3531-04 2012

Prevención de caídas—Cartel – Español
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Falling Off Ladders Can Kill: Use Them Safely Booklet/Las caídas desde escaleras 

pueden ser mortales: Úselas de forma segura – English/Español

Falling Off 

Ladders Can Kill:

Use Them Safely

Las caídas desde 

escaleras pueden 

ser mortales: 

Úselas de forma 

segura

Falls from ladders, scaffolds and roofs can be prevented 

Las caídas desde escaleras, andamios y techos pueden prevenirse

osha 3625-02r 2014

www.osha.gov/stopfalls

www.osha.gov/stopfalls/spanish
PLAN ahead to get the job done safely.

PROVIDE the right equipment. 

TRAIN everyone to use the equipment safely. 

For more information, visit www.osha.gov/stopfalls or 

www.osha.gov/stopfalls/spanish. 
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PLAN.

PROVIDE.

TRAIN.

Three simple steps to preventing falls.

For more information:

www.osha.gov (800) 321-OSHA (6742)

U.S. Department of Labor