Work at Height News

A review of a Bronx law-firm article on falling-object injuries, with key prevention takeaways for dropped-object safety programs and work-at-height planning.

Saf-T-Gard International reports on the release of ANSI/ISEA 121-2023, the only global standard specifically focused on dropped-object prevention.

Grainger outlines how to identify dropped-object hazards, why small falling tools can be deadly, and how ANSI/ISEA 121-rated tethering gear supports prevention.

NIOSH’s Preventing Falling Objects toolbox talk highlights practical controls like tool lanyards, debris nets, load security, and hard hats for safer work at height.

A concise summary of MSA’s overview of ANSI/ISEA 121-2018, including tool tethers, containers, and why prevention-first dropped-object programs matter.

A webinar-based breakdown of how to build a dropped-object prevention program using written procedures, defined responsibilities, ANSI/ISEA 121-aligned equipment, training, and reporting.

Safety+Health Magazine highlights how dropped objects drive fatalities, injuries, compensation costs, and growing pressure for proactive tool tethering.

MSC Direct outlines why tool tethering matters, how ANSI/ISEA 121 supports safer selection, and why dynamic drop testing should influence every dropped-object prevention program.