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.


Long Version - 6 pages

Long Version - 6 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Short Version - 2 pages

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Quiz and Answer Sheet

Fast Version - 1 page

Fast Version - 1 page

Sign-in Sheet

Sign-in Sheet



Suspension Trauma, Construction, Industry, Fast

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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.