#Survivability

A new “rating your stairs” review! What do you want to see next? #stairs #review #firefighter

Rating how safe different styles of stairs are. Should I do more if these? #stairs #firefighter

Beware of stairs! #FunFact #SafetyFirst #StairSurprise

It’s not the fall that gets you, it’s the sudden stop at the bottom. Falls at work kill or injure many—prevent them! Fall protection required at ≥3 m (10 ft) drop, or less if serious injury risk. Hierarchy (best first): 1 Eliminate → Work from ground level. 2 Passive → Guardrails, barriers, nets. 3 Restraint → Short tether to stop you reaching edge. 4 Arrest → Stops fall in progress (harness + lanyard + anchor). 5 Admin → Training, warnings (least reliable). Fall Arrest Gear (PFAS): • Full-body harness (snug fit). • Shock-absorbing lanyard or retractable lifeline. • Strong anchor (overhead preferred). • Stay 100% tied off always. Must-do’s: • Inspect gear every use. • Have fall protection + rescue plan. • Get proper training. • Keep area clean, use ladders safely, avoid bad weather. Even short falls can seriously hurt. Stay tied in! #accident #safety #construction #fallprotection #fallpro

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Keep Climbing

🚨 𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐩 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝟑 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐭 — 𝐈𝐭 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐋𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐕𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔! 🚨 Ever tried stepping onto a roof and realized the ladder doesn’t quite reach? That “little gap” is where most transition falls happen — and they’re far more serious than they look. Here’s what smart ladder users always do: ✔️ Extend the ladder at least 3 feet (1m) above the landing ✔️ Secure it at both top and bottom ✔️ Maintain the golden 4:1 angle (height vs distance) ✔️ Keep 3 points of contact during climb ✔️ Never rush — especially on roof access! 👉 Pro tip: That extra 3 feet gives you control, balance, and a safe step-off point. Without it? You’re gambling with gravity. Stay sharp. Set it right. Climbing safe isn’t optional — it’s survival. #laddersafety #workatheights #zeroharm #fallprevention #safetyfirst

Another way to use the Hasty Rescue Strap! How do you combat the awkward height first floor windows?

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A fire escape is your building’s last line of defense in an emergency. 🚨 Safe egress, code compliance, and routine inspections aren’t optional, they’re essential to protecting lives. #fireescapes #fireescapemaintenance #fireescaperepairs #fireescapeinspections #fireescapetesting

Over 1 Million Americans Get Injured On 1-3 Stairs

When the job moves fast, it’s easy to overlook the basics — until it’s too late. This fall didn’t happen because of bad luck. It happened because there was no harness, no tie-off, and no backup plan. Fall protection isn’t optional. It’s the difference between a close call and a life-changing injury. Plan it. Wear it. Tie off — every time. . #construction #constructionsafety #safetytraining #fallprotection #fail