A fall from 25 feet (7.5 meters) killed a construction worker. The worker had been spraying foam used to seal the insulation material attached to the trusses of the structure, when the sheet of insulation he was walking on broke. The victim attempted to grab an I-beam. However, he failed and fell to the ground, landing on his head and shoulder. The victim died several hours later. No fall protection devices were in place.

• How often have you continued doing a procedure the same way you've always done it even though you have learned it is not the safest way?
• What […]

  This content is for BHHC Safety Center policy holders.

  If you are a BHHC policy holder, login to access compliant safety training, tools and videos.

  Don’t have a username and password? Click here to register and get instant access.

  Don’t know if you are still a BHHC policy holder? Questions regarding online services and registration may be directed to BHHC’s Customer Care Center at (888) 495-8949.