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Provincial jurisdiction · CSA Z259 standards
Saskatchewan Fall Protection Requirements
Regulated by Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety (OHS Division) under the The Saskatchewan Employment Act (S-15.1), Part III. A written fall protection plan is required where there is a risk of falling 3 m or more, and it must be available on site before work begins.
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Open the Regulation Hub ›Saskatchewan fall protection at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary authority | Saskatchewan OHS |
| Construction trigger height | 3 m (about 10 ft) (The OHS Regulations, 2020) |
| General industry trigger | 3 m (about 10 ft) (The OHS Regulations, 2020) |
| Report a serious incident | 1-800-567-7233 (option 1, 24/7) |
Who regulates fall protection in Saskatchewan
| Contact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Saskatchewan OHS |
| Website | Official site |
| Governing law | The Saskatchewan Employment Act (S-15.1), Part III |
Report a serious injury or death
1-800-567-7233 (option 1, 24/7)
Employers must report all serious injuries, fatalities, and dangerous occurrences to OHS.
Official page ›Saskatchewan requirements beyond the baseline
| Requirement | What it means |
|---|---|
| Mandatory training | Workers must be trained in the fall protection plan and the safe use of the system before starting work. |
| Distinctive rule | A written fall protection plan is required where there is a risk of falling 3 m or more, and it must be available on site before work begins. |
Equipment and anchorage requirements
| CSA standard | Covers |
|---|---|
| CSA Z259.1-05 | Body belts and saddles |
| CSA Z259.2.2-17 | Self-retracting devices |
| CSA Z259.2.3 | Descent control devices |
| CSA Z259.2.4-15 | Fall arresters and vertical rigid rails |
| CSA Z259.2.5-17 | Fall arresters and vertical lifelines |
| CSA Z259.10-18 | Full body harnesses |
| CSA Z259.11-17 | Personal energy absorbers and lanyards |
| CSA Z259.12-16 | Connecting components |
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Penalties
| Violation type | Maximum |
|---|---|
| OHS penalty | Up to $500,000 for individuals and up to $1,500,000 for corp... |
Saskatchewan fall protection FAQ
Who enforces fall protection in Saskatchewan?
Saskatchewan OHS. Regulated by Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety (OHS Division) under the The Saskatchewan Employment Act (S-15.1), Part III. A written fall protection plan is required where there is a risk of falling 3 m or more, and it must be available on site before work begins.
At what height is fall protection required in Saskatchewan?
For construction, 3 m (about 10 ft) under The OHS Regulations, 2020. For general industry, 3 m (about 10 ft) under The OHS Regulations, 2020.
Does Saskatchewan have requirements beyond the baseline?
Yes. Workers must be trained in the fall protection plan and the safe use of the system before starting work. A written fall protection plan is required where there is a risk of falling 3 m or more, and it must be available on site before work begins.
What are the maximum penalties in Saskatchewan?
OHS penalty: Up to $500,000 for individuals and up to $1,500,000 for corp.... Confirm current amounts with the regulator.
How do I report a serious injury in Saskatchewan?
Call 1-800-567-7233 (option 1, 24/7). Employers must report all serious injuries, fatalities, and dangerous occurrences to OHS.
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