Preventing Accidents in Truss Erection

Lack of adequate temporary support during construction is a critical factor contributing to premature wood truss, structural steel and precast concrete collapses, and potential fall hazards. The lack of adequate temporary bracing has been identified as one of the root causes of premature collapses during erection, as well as a significant contributor to potential fall hazards. In this session, experts from OSHA will discuss findings from a series of cases involving truss collapses and share insights about the common factors and deficiencies related to temporary bracing that contributed to the collapses. Although industry practices and standards are available for adherence, there’s still room for improvement to further enhance safety and effectiveness. OSHA will identify steps that all employers can take to address temporary bracing effectively and prevent collapses similar to those discussed.