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Suspension Trauma
Suspension trauma is a life-threatening condition that can occur when a worker is suspended in a harness for an extended period, leading to restricted blood flow, unconsciousness, and death. This 1-page safety meeting topic, with 2 discussion questions, can be used to host a safety meeting or toolbox talk to review why a fall rescue plan is crucial, what to do after a fall is arrested and a worker is in a suspended state, and how a worker can prevent suspension trauma.
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Weeklysafety.com exclusive 1-page safety meeting topic, with two discussion questions, that reviews why a fall rescue plan is crucial, what to do after a fall is arrested and a worker is in a suspended state, and how a worker can prevent suspension trauma while in a safety harness.
