Fall clearance checklist: follow equipment instructions, measure available space, and check the swing-fall path.

How to Calculate Fall Clearance to Stop a Fall Safely

Valerie Boyd
A fall-arrest setup needs more room than the lanyard length suggests. Fall clearance is the space below the worker that the system needs to stop a fall safely. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administrati…
French Creek Stratos 22870B harness with the CSSC logo and “French Creek Harness Buying Guide” headline.

French Creek Harness Buying Guide: Choose the Right Fall Protection Gear

Valerie Boyd
Choosing a French Creek harness starts with the task, the fall hazard, and the complete connection system. A harness alone cannot determine whether your setup is suitable for the work. Fit matters, but so do the lifeline…
FallTech FT-Iron construction harness beside the Colorado Safety Supply Company logo and “Best Construction Safety Harnesses: 2026 Guide” heading.

Best Construction Safety Harnesses: 2026 Guide

Valerie Boyd
What Defines the Best Safety Harnesses for Construction? When selecting the best safety harnesses for construction, it's important to understand that construction harnesses are designed to meet specific demands that gene…
White hard hat with the Colorado Safety Supply Company logo beside text explaining that OSHA 30 cards have no federal expiration date, but employer and jobsite requirements may differ.

How Long is OSHA 30 Valid? Expiration & Renewal [2026]

Valerie Boyd
As a construction supervisor or safety director, one of the most common questions you'll face is, "How long is an OSHA 30 card good for?" The answer is more complex than a simple date. While the card issued by the Depart…
Fall Protection Guardrails: Comparison & Selection Guide

Fall Protection Guardrails: Comparison & Selection Guide

Valerie Boyd
For any safety manager, facility owner, or site foreman, eliminating fall hazards is a non-negotiable priority. While personal fall arrest systems (PFAS) are common, they rely on active worker participation and introduce…