2017 NSC Congress & Expo

To Buy or Not to Buy? How the ANSI Fall Protection Code Should Impact Equipment Purchases (Room Expo Floor #5256)

25 Sep 17
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM

Tracks: Risk Reduction and Management

Speaker(s): Thomas Kramer, Senior Safety Professional , LJB Inc.

Moderator(s): Jody Rood, President, American Emergency Response Training;

The newly adopted ANSI/ASSE Z359 Fall Protection Code provides a blueprint to help prevent falls from height. The breakthrough revision of the Z359.1 standard is the most current and robust resource to ensure your organization is purchasing the right equipment to meet your needs and today’s standards. Although much of the standard directly impacts equipment manufacturers, it’s critical for all buyers of fall protection equipment to understand and prepare for how the updated requirements will affect equipment purchasing. This session will provide an overview of the new standard, as well as practical aspects to consider when planning for fall protection equipment purchases.