15 Apr National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction – May 5–9, 2025

Fatalities caused by falls from elevation continue to be a leading cause of death for construction employees. In fact, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, falls account for the majority of fatalities in the construction industry. Those deaths are preventable. The National Safety Stand-down raises fall hazard awareness across the country to stop fall fatalities and injuries.

As an employer, you have a duty to protect your workers from falls, and we are here to help. This toolkit has been developed to arm you with the information and resources you need to conduct a successful safety stand-down. In this toolkit you will find information about the National Safety Stand-down, toolbox talks to help prevent falls, a Construction Industry Fall Protection Safety Program, posters to help bring awareness to the stand-down and much more.

One of the most important reasons you should participate is to demonstrate to your employees that you are committed to fall prevention and other safety issues on the job site.

Can other industries participate in the safety stand-down?

Yes, they can. Participation is not limited to the construction industry, and no business is too small to participate. In previous years, many non-construction employers held stand-downs. In fact, the largest single participant in 2015 and 2016 was the United States Air Force, reaching more than one million military and civilian personnel. The smallest company to receive a certificate had only one employee, and half of certificates for participation completed through OSHA’s website were for stand-downs with less than 25 employees.

Remember, Barrow Group is here for your business. Contact us today to discuss your insurance and risk management needs.  Call 770-338-7392.

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