OSHA has issued a
hazard bulletin discussing two fatal tree care incidents to help prevent worker fatalities from falls and falling objects in
tree care work. The bulletin also provides safety precautions for employers to use before they begin work:
- Assess the work site for fall and falling object hazards.
- Have a qualified arborist survey the work site.
- Determine f workers will need to climb or use aerial lifts.
- Establish drop zones where a falling object hazard exists.
- Protect workers from falling object hazards.
- Establish visual and audible communications with overheard and ground workers.
- Have emergency procedures in place.
