A Simple Task -- Fatal Ladder Fall

This video recreates the real-life series of events that led to the death of a 33-year-old construction worker from a ladder fall -- and how it could have been prevented. Get an accompanying Toolbox Talk, poster and a one-page handout to make for a complete training experience. Great for foremen, site supervisors and professional trainers.This true story is taken from a NIOSH FACE Report, which identifies factors that contribute to fatal injuries and gives comprehensive recommendations for preventing similar deaths.
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Toolbox Talk
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one-page handout
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NIOSH FACE Report
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[@wakudastudio]

It might sound morose to want more videos describing how construction workers died on ladders, but I think they and their families would want information to be shared to prevent further harm.

[@Benjamin.N-uo7tp]

this really shows why you should always be careful and follow the basics of using a ladder. Benjamin N

[@artman9959]

Why was the guy smiling while on his phone, when dude feel of the ladder.

[@vcl2009]

The personal lift looks like a death trap

[@sheenibtw]

Intersting video. Jason Shell

[@edwardschmitt5710]

The company"should have had written safety instructons"...Yeah myself and the other General Contractors working out of an unmarked van all have that stuff.

[@wakudastudio]

Great vid, more please.

[@EmersonMarlin-yy8fo]

Emerson G. you gotta be careful because you can break your back so bad that you could be paralyed

[@marcandrew777]

It’s not the fall that hurts or kills you, it’s the landing

[@debbiebraley5416]

Brookelynn G I watched it

[@barryjones354]

Lesson one...never face away when working off any ladder

[@lifeofjayy9672]

Jayshawn H.

[@IrianaMueller]

Hi

[@gutesteven]

Great video!

[@MelanieScheschy]

Hazards are everywhere Everyone stay safe. Melanie.s

[@MrJarridadams]

Ill take a job

[@jennylover456]

honestly I feel like even past the fall this could have been prevented, if he had known how to fall better...but too bad he died...sad....

[@yourlocalalexis4578]

i think i am renting a portable lift from depot instead of using my ladder...cheaper than landing in the hospital or an ambulance ride

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Sean G

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Elliott W.