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Working at height
Also known as work at height, elevated work.
Work performed where a person could fall to a lower level and suffer injury.
Safety notes
- Plan access and rescue, prevent the fall with suitable platforms or guardrails where feasible, control dropped objects, and use trained people and approved systems.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Plan access and rescue, prevent the fall with suitable platforms or guardrails where feasible, control dropped objects, and use trained people and approved systems.
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Sources
- Safety Bulletins · Contract Services Administration Trust Fund
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.