4-Hour Fall Protection Safety

Course Description:

The 4-Hour Fall Protection Safety Course is a specialized safety training program aimed at instructing employees on the basics of fall risk, correct fall protection system use, and adhering to relevant OSHA rules and NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) regulations.

Falls are the most common cause of death in construction, and this training is critical to minimizing injuries and fatalities by instructing workers and supervisors on how to identify, assess, and control fall hazards on the worksite.

As required by NYC Local Law 196, this course is required for all employees who wish to acquire or renew their Site Safety Training (SST) card, especially those at heights on building construction sites.

Major Learning Objectives:

• On successful completion of this course, learners will be capable of:
• Recognizing typical fall dangers in construction settings
• Appreciating the theory behind fall protection and control of fall hazards
• Properly inspecting, wearing, and functioning personal fall arrest systems (PFAS)
• Identify the limitations of fall protection equipment and maintain it
• Translate OSHA regulations for fall protection in 29 CFR 1926.500–503
• Learn the correct installation and application of guardrails, safety nets, and anchor points
• Execute fundamental fall rescue planning and emergency response

Topics Discussed:

• Introduction to Fall Hazards and Risk Evaluation
• OSHA Fall Protection Requirements (29 CFR 1926 Subpart M)
• NYC DOB Fall Protection Requirements under Local Law 196
• Fall Protection Systems:
• Guardrail Systems
• Safety Net Systems
• Personal Fall Arrest Systems (PFAS)
• Positioning Device Systems
• Proper Use and Inspection of Fall Protection Equipment
• Harness, Lanyard, Anchor, and Connector Safety
• Ladder Safety and Scaffold-Related Fall Prevention
• Fall Rescue Planning and Emergency Preparedness
• Case Studies: Analysis of Fall-Related Incidents and Violations
• Written Quiz and Student Evaluation

Who Should Take This Course?

• This course is required for:
• Construction and demolition workers on NYC job sites
• Forepersons, laborers, carpenters, and steelworkers
• Workers who use ladders, scaffolds, lifts, or any elevated platforms
• Individuals seeking or renewing a Worker SST Card
• All jobsite staff with exposure to fall hazards

Course Format:

• Duration: 4 Hours
• Delivery Method:
• In-Person (Classroom Format)
• Live Virtual Sessions (Online through Zoom or like platform)
• Language: English (Spanish upon request)
• Instructional Method: Lecture, video demonstrations, hands-on equipment inspection, group discussion
• Assessment: Written multiple-choice quiz

✅ Course Benefits:

• Complies with OSHA and NYC DOB fall protection training standards
• Instructed by approved, experienced trainers with construction safety qualifications
• Hands-on learning with practical uses and safety equipment demonstrations
• Certificate of Completion issued instantly
• Contributes to training hours needed to qualify for SST card renewal or issuance

Pre-Requisites:

• Complete entire 4-hour course
• Valid government ID required
• PPE demo recommended but not mandatory

Certification Information:

• Certificate of Completion awarded at course conclusion
• Course time applies to the Worker SST Card under NYC Local Law 196
• Applicable to construction workers in New York City as well as across the country