When should you start to evaluate the effectiveness of a Fall Protection Plan?

The evaluation of a Fall Protection Plan should begin as soon as it is put in place because immediate assessment allows for the identification of any potential flaws or weaknesses in the plan before they can lead to incidents. Early evaluation fosters a proactive approach, enabling adjustments to be made as work progresses and conditions change on the construction site. This approach ensures that safety measures are effective and helps maintain a strong culture of safety right from the start.

Evaluating only at the end of the project may result in missed opportunities to address safety issues that could have been corrected during the construction process. Similarly, waiting for an incident to occur before evaluating means reactively addressing problems rather than actively preventing them. Conducting evaluations monthly can be beneficial, but it may not capture issues that arise immediately during the implementation, which is why assessing effectiveness from the get-go is crucial for maintaining safety standards throughout the job.