High Falls and Fall Protection

Dr. J. Nigel Ellis is a leading authority on high falls and fall protection standards and equipment. He serves as DSI’s Fall Protection Expert and frequently provides input for the U.S. Occupational Safety and Heath Administration (OSHA) standards. Dr. Ellis authored the definitive textbook, Introduction to Fall Protection, in addition to standard text used in the Certified Safety Professionals certification-training program.

Areas of Expertise

• OSHA Regulatory Requirements
  
• Design of Proper Lifelines
  
• Harnesses, Lanyards, and Positioning Belts
  
• Scaffolds, Ladders, and Work Platforms
  
• Aerial Lifts, Bucket Trucks, and Scissor Lifts
  
• Pole Climbing Equipment and Procedures
  
• Guardrails, Barriers and Warning Lines
  
• Work Practices at Height
  
• Training and Oversight Responsibilities