Fall Protection
Leaving your roof hatch unprotected is not only illegal, but it also threatens lives. In 2009, The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported 579 occupational fatalities from falls. Don't become the statistic! Structurally superior with an integrated ladder extension, powder-coated steel materials and 360º ergonomic design, SafePro Roof Hatch Rails™ ensure safety for the user at all times.
Fall Statistics:
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report rooftop falls as the number two cause of work-related injuries.
- As falls from 11+ feet have a mere 50% survival rate, securely protecting the roof hatch is a necessary precaution.
- The average nationwide litigation settlement for a fatal fall is $4.2 MILLION.
Critical Reading:
- OSHA 1910.23
- Cal-OSHA §3212 and §3209 2010
- Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries Summary Report, United States Bureau of Labor Statistics
- May 10, 2010: Indianapolis Business Journal, "Indiana Couple Awarded $3.7 Million for Ladder Fall"
- March, 2010: Professional Roofing Magazine, "Safe Solutions"
- November 3, 2009: EHS & Safety News America, "OSHA Reports Top 10 Safety Violations"
- October, 2009: Construction Executive Magazine, "OSHA Overhaul on the Horizon"
- March 1, 2009: EHS Today, "Fall Protection: Failure Is Not An Option"
