
Through, not off: fall risks are not just edge cases
Skylights, fragile sheets and roof openings are the cause of many falls through, not off, roofs.

Skylights, fragile sheets and roof openings are the cause of many falls through, not off, roofs.

A worker’s fall through a school roof demonstrates how an inadequate penetration cover becomes part of the fall risk, not a genuine control.

Skylight panels are often a source of significant risk for workers on warehouse roofs

Height safety and fall protection systems can come in all different shapes and sizes. Here are some examples of what common systems can look like.

Skylights are a common component of many commercial buildings. Falling through a skylight or tripping over one can result in serious injury or even death.