Falls and Electrical Hazards: The Double Dangers of Maintenance

Maintenance activities and personnel who perform them are exposed to numerous workplace hazards that can lead to severe injuries and death. Among them, falls and electrical hazards present their own unique challenges regarding hazard recognition, mitigation, and training. Beyond regulatory compliance, there are specific industry consensus standards that can guide employers through the many challenges of developing and implementing effective fall protection and electrical safety programs, and clearly define common roles and requirements associated with those programs.

This presentation was co-hosted by PlantServices and was presented by Paul Colangelo, STSC, CHST, CIT, CRIS, President, PJC Safety Services, LLC.