New York Fall Protection Systems

Comprehensive Fall Protection for New York Industries

High-Rise Construction & Infrastructure Development

New York has one of the largest construction industries in the country, with ongoing projects in skyscraper developments, commercial real estate, and transportation infrastructure. Workers on scaffolding, steel structures, bridges, and rooftops face severe fall hazards, requiring temporary and permanent fall protection systems. Leading-edge self-retracting devices (previously self-retracting lifelines), perimeter guardrails, and engineered anchor systems help ensure compliance with OSHA 1926 Subpart M and New York state safety regulations.

Manufacturing & Industrial Production

New York’s aerospace, automotive, and food processing industries require fall protection for assembly lines, conveyor systems, and production mezzanines. Workers frequently operate near elevated platforms, industrial machinery, and hazardous materials, increasing the need for overhead lifeline systems, modular guardrails, and personal fall arrest systems (PFAS).

Transportation & Logistics

With major airports, rail hubs, and seaports, New York is a global center for freight transportation and logistics. Employees working in rail yards, trucking terminals, and shipping docks are at risk when handling cargo, operating near elevated storage systems, or conducting vehicle maintenance. Rigid rail systems, rolling access platforms, and fall arrest solutions help prevent falls in these high-risk areas.

Energy & Utilities

New York’s energy sector includes nuclear, hydroelectric, and renewable energy facilities, all requiring specialized fall protection for workers servicing power plants, wind turbines, and solar arrays. Employees performing high-voltage maintenance, transmission line repairs, and industrial inspections require engineered lifeline systems, vertical climbing solutions, and confined space entry protection.

Healthcare & Research Facilities

New York is home to some of the most advanced medical and research institutions, requiring safe rooftop access and maintenance solutions for hospitals, biotech firms, and university laboratories. Maintenance crews working on HVAC systems, electrical units, and exterior facades require rooftop guardrails, safety anchor points, and fall restraint solutions to remain compliant with OSHA regulations.

Understanding New York’s OSHA & Safety Regulations

New York follows federal OSHA guidelines but also enforces state-specific safety laws for construction and high-risk industries. Employers must comply with:

• General Industry (OSHA 1910) – Fall protection required at four feet or more.
• Construction (OSHA 1926 Subpart M) – Fall protection required at six feet or more.
• New York State Construction Safety Regulations (NY LAB 240/241 – "Scaffold Law") – Strict liability for contractors ensuring fall protection on scaffolding, ladders, and elevated work sites.
• Energy & Utilities (OSHA 1910.269) – Industry-specific fall protection required for power generation, transmission, and renewable energy maintenance.

New York’s Scaffold Law (Labor Law 240/241) holds contractors and building owners liable for fall-related injuries, making comprehensive fall protection solutions essential for compliance. Ensuring full adherence to these regulations prevents legal liability, OSHA fines, and workplace accidents.