Safety Stand-Down Kicks Off In June

AGC Houston and the Safety Committee are pleased to announce that we are teaming up with the American Subcontractors Association - Houston Chapter to promote Fall Protection in June. While the national Safety Stand-Down is typically held in May, OSHA postponed the event because of the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees.  We encourage all of our General Contractors and Specialty contractors to take part in this important initiative!

Companies of all sizes conduct toolbox talks (both in English and in Spanish) on a variety of topics such as identifying specific hazards, safety equipment inspections, accident prevention and conducting rescue plans.

Please complete the participation form in English and/or in Spanish and send them to Kim Mason, AGC Houston Director of Safety Services.

“Exposing construction workers to safety demonstrations throughout our members’ area jobsites is an effective way to demonstrate common hazards, particularly as they relate to falls and common accidents,” stated AGC Houston Director of Safety Services, Kim Mason. 

 Remember to keep your groups small, and to wear your face coverings!

Safety Stand-Down Resource Websites And Materials

Occupational Safety And Health Administration - Fall Prevention; Educational Materials, Posters, Hand-Outs, etc.; OSHA FY 2018 Houston Area Construction Falls;
Water. Rest. Shade; Heat Exposure Safety And Prevention

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) - Fall Prevention ; Ladder Safety App ; Falls In The Workplace; NEW Mast Climbing Work Platform Inspection Tool

National Safety Council - Work Safety Topics ; Hazards In The Workplace

The Center For Construction Research And Training - Guardrails: General Fall Protection and Awareness

American Society of Safety Professionals 

MSA Resources:
Lanyard Checklist
Harness Checklist