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Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety

  • Washington’s L&I is revising fall protection regulations to enhance worker safety in areas like leading-edge work and roofing activities.
  • This comes after federal OSHA advised alignment with federal standards.
  • Stakeholder input is being sought through public meetings to refine proposed changes.
  • These updates aim to strengthen safety measures, reflecting Washington’s commitment to preventing fall-related workplace injuries. Public input will shape the final regulations for various industries.

Source:  Occupational Health & Safety

Date:  November 3, 2023

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