In Canada, it’s important for employers to have a written plan to keep workers safe when they’re working at heights, in confined spaces, or on ropes for industrial purposes. At Nouvelle Hauteur, our experienced consultants will examine your workplace and create safety programs and plans that meet or exceed regulations and guidelines. We’ll make sure your workplace meets safety standards and help you manage any risks or hazards.
Canadian safety regulations require that when performing certain types of work at heights or work in confined spaces, that the employer establish specific written work procedures for each task that the employee can be expected to perform. Our knowledgeable consultants are experts in developing written work procedures for various workplace scenarios, and in reference to the standards of the primary equipment manufacturers.
Canadian regulations stipulate that anyone performing work at heights or in confined spaces must have a rescue plan in place in case of a fall, entrapment, etc. Calling 911 may be one option, but when time is limited, workers may need to be trained and equipped to perform the rescue on their own. Having written rescue procedures, and practicing those procedures annually can significantly improve rescue and evacuation operations.
Work and rescue procedures effectively act as a step-by step guide for performing a particular task (i.e. performing a tower rescue). A Fall Protection or Confined Spaces Program is much broader in scope, covering both the administrative (i.e. the management, training, equipment management, audits, regulatory hierarchy, etc.), in addition to the operational (i.e. confined space entry) aspects of safety management. Thus, a Working at Heights Program / Confined Spaces Program, provides a complete framework for the management of work at heights and/or work in confined spaces. Contact us for more information about how to meet regulatory requirements with respect to work at heights and confined spaces within your organization.
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