Safety
Safety-net system
A fall-protection system using installed nets to arrest workers or falling objects within defined limits.
Hazards
- A fall-protection system using installed nets to arrest workers or falling objects within defined limits.
Controls
- Use engineered placement and clearances, inspect and test as required, and remove debris promptly.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Use engineered placement and clearances, inspect and test as required, and remove debris promptly.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration