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Primary hazards and types of injuries related to fall protection in landscaping. 1. Falls from Heights- Elevated Work Areas: Landscapers often work on ladders, scaffolds, or elevated platforms, which increases the risk of falling.
- Improper Ladder Use: Incorrect use of ladders, such as using the wrong ladder type, overreaching, or placing ladders on unstable surfaces, can result in falls​.
- Uneven Terrain: Landscapers frequently work on uneven or slippery surfaces.
- Wet or Muddy Conditions: Wet grass, mud, or loose gravel can increase the risk of slipping.
- Improper Equipment: Not using safety harnesses, and guardrails, […]
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