Working at height presents countless risks, but one of the most overlooked hazards is the danger posed by dropped tools. Whether you’re working on a construction site, a single dropped tool can have serious consequences. Some industry reports estimate that more than 7,000 workplace injuries occur each year as a
When working at height, preventing dropped objects is a critical part of keeping people safe. A falling tool can cause serious injury, damage equipment, and disrupt operations. Tool tethers play an important role in dropped object prevention by helping to secure tools while they are being used at height. However,
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