(Non-Hoist) Overhead Hazards
1926.759 Falling Object Protection
 A real, everyday hazard posed to steel erection employees is loose items that have been placed aloft, and that can fall and strike employees working below. The following requirements have been implemented to protect employees from falling objects.
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Secure unused equipment, tools and materials while aloft so they do not fall. [1926.759(a)]
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The controlling contractor must bar other construction processes below steel erection activities, unless overhead protection for employees working below is provided. [1926.759(b)]
Tip: Schedule work in such a way that employees who work aloft do not work at the same time as those who do work below the steel erection activity.
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