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Provincial jurisdiction · CSA Z259 standards
Yukon Fall Protection Requirements
Regulated by Yukon Workers' Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) under the Workers' Safety and Compensation Act (2022). A control-zone system is permitted where a fall-arrest or restraint system is not practicable or would create an additional hazard. Certain construction requires a First-Line Supervisor certificate and a Notice of Project.
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Open the Regulation Hub ›Yukon fall protection at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Primary authority | Yukon WSCB |
| Construction trigger height | 3 m (about 10 ft) (Yukon WHS Regulations, Part 10) |
| General industry trigger | 3 m (about 10 ft) (Yukon WHS Regulations, Part 10) |
| Report a serious incident | Emergency 867-667-5450; 867-667-5645 or 1-800-661-0443 |
Who regulates fall protection in Yukon
| Contact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Yukon WSCB |
| Website | Official site |
| Governing law | Workers' Safety and Compensation Act (2022) |
Report a serious injury or death
Emergency 867-667-5450; 867-667-5645 or 1-800-661-0443
Report serious incidents, injuries, and fatalities to the WSCB. Confirm the exact statutory reporting timeframe with the WSCB.
Official page ›Yukon requirements beyond the baseline
| Requirement | What it means |
|---|---|
| Mandatory training | Workers must be trained in the use of fall protection systems; supervisors of certain construction work need a First-Line Supervisor certificate. |
| Distinctive rule | A control-zone system is permitted where a fall-arrest or restraint system is not practicable or would create an additional hazard. Certain construction requires a First-Line Supervisor certificate and a Notice of Project. |
Equipment and anchorage requirements
| CSA standard | Covers |
|---|---|
| CSA Z259.10 | Full body harnesses |
| CSA Z259.11 | Energy absorbers and lanyards |
| CSA Z259.2.2 | Self-retracting devices |
| CSA Z259.2.5 | Fall arresters and vertical lifelines |
| CSA Z259.16 | Design of active fall-protection systems |
| CSA Z259.1 | Body belts and saddles (work positioning / travel restraint) |
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Penalties
| Violation type | Maximum |
|---|---|
| OHS penalty | The WSCB can issue administrative penalties under the Worker... |
Yukon fall protection FAQ
Who enforces fall protection in Yukon?
Yukon WSCB. Regulated by Yukon Workers' Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) under the Workers' Safety and Compensation Act (2022). A control-zone system is permitted where a fall-arrest or restraint system is not practicable or would create an additional hazard. Certain construction requires a First-Line Supervisor certificate and a Notice of Project.
At what height is fall protection required in Yukon?
For construction, 3 m (about 10 ft) under Yukon WHS Regulations, Part 10. For general industry, 3 m (about 10 ft) under Yukon WHS Regulations, Part 10.
Does Yukon have requirements beyond the baseline?
Yes. Workers must be trained in the use of fall protection systems; supervisors of certain construction work need a First-Line Supervisor certificate. A control-zone system is permitted where a fall-arrest or restraint system is not practicable or would create an additional hazard. Certain construction requires a First-Line Supervisor certificate and a Notice of Project.
What are the maximum penalties in Yukon?
OHS penalty: The WSCB can issue administrative penalties under the Worker.... Confirm current amounts with the regulator.
How do I report a serious injury in Yukon?
Call Emergency 867-667-5450; 867-667-5645 or 1-800-661-0443. Report serious incidents, injuries, and fatalities to the WSCB. Confirm the exact statutory reporting timeframe with the WSCB.
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