Toolbox Talks
Staying safe on a busy jobsite starts with staying aware. Toolbox talks are a simple, effective way to keep safety top of mind—especially when workers are navigating heavy equipment, moving vehicles, and constantly changing conditions. These short, focused briefings help teams recognize risks, reinforce best practices, and meet safety training requirements in a practical, real-world way.
Preparing to Work
Start with the mindset that fall prevention begins before the job starts. Learn how to assess your surroundings, identify subtle fall hazards like uneven surfaces, and plan tasks with safety in mind.
General Fall Protection
Understand when fall protection is required and which systems apply—whether it’s a Personal Fall Arrest System, travel restraint, or guardrails. Know the rules, know the gear, and know how to stay protected.
Full Body Harness Dos & Don’ts
Wearing a harness is not enough—it has to be worn right. Discover proper fitting, positioning, and adjustment techniques that keep you safe and compliant on the jobsite.
Inspections
Fall protection gear is only as good as its last inspection. Learn how to spot damage, check inspection tags, and properly store equipment to ensure your system is safe every time you suit up.
National Stand Down Month Resources
These are official OSHA resources curated to support National Safety Stand-Down Month, an initiative focused on preventing falls in construction—the leading cause of worker fatalities. Each tool below is designed to help employers and workers engage in meaningful training, strengthen fall protection programs, and take part in Stand-Down activities throughout May. From planning guides and compliance manuals to ladder safety tips and training materials, these OSHA-approved resources provide trusted, actionable support for building safer job sites.
Suggestions to Prepare for a Successful Stand-Down
Quick-start guidance from OSHA to help employers plan, promote, and lead an effective Stand-Down to prevent falls in construction.
Fall Protection in Construction
A comprehensive OSHA guide outlining fall protection requirements, systems, training, and employer responsibilities under Subpart M to help prevent fatalities in construction.
Ladder Safety Starts Here: Simple Steps That Save Lives
Straightforward safety tips from OSHA on how to choose, use, and inspect ladders properly to prevent fatal falls on the jobsite.
Fall Prevention Training Resources: Protecting Workers at Heights
Free OSHA tools to help workers and employers prevent falls through education, videos, and real-world case studies.
Download the Official Poster from OSHA
National Safety Stand-Down (May 5–9, 2025)
This official OSHA poster promotes the 2025 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction, scheduled for May 5–9, 2025. It features a field-ready worker wearing proper fall protection gear and high-visibility clothing while working at height—a strong visual reminder of the campaign’s focus.
