Field Notes & Engineering Insights

Practical writing on fall protection, anchor compliance, and custom safety fabrication.

Written by the engineers and technicians who design, weld, and certify these systems in the field — not by a marketing team. No filler, no shortcuts.

Featured · Compliance
March 4, 2026 · 8 min read

How Often Must Fall Protection Anchors Be Recertified in BC and Alberta?

Most fall protection anchor systems in Western Canada require an annual inspection by a qualified person and periodic recertification — but the specifics depend on the anchor class, the standard it was designed under, and the jurisdiction. Here's the practical version.

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Standards 10 min read

OSHA 1910 vs CSA Z259: A Side-by-Side Guide for North American Fall Protection

If you operate sites on both sides of the border, you've already noticed: OSHA and CSA agree on the spirit of the standard but disagree on the numbers. Here is the comparison we keep on our shop wall.

February 11, 2026Read
Products 8 min read

Climb Prevention Rollers: A Buyer's Guide for Schools, Substations, and Bridges

Climb prevention rollers are the most reliable physical control for stopping unauthorized roof access at schools, securing substation perimeters, and adding anti-suicide barriers on bridges. Here is how we spec them — and where most projects get it wrong.

January 28, 2026Read
Engineering 6 min read

Engineered Fall Arrest vs. Fall Restraint: Which Does Your Site Actually Need?

These two terms get used interchangeably, and it costs companies money. The right system depends on the geometry of your work area, not on which one sounds safer.

January 14, 2026Read
Engineering 9 min read

Standing Seam Metal Roof Anchors: A Buyer's Guide for Facility Managers

Standing seam roofs are everywhere on modern industrial buildings — and they are unforgiving. Here is the practical guide to anchoring fall protection without voiding the roof warranty.

December 17, 2025Read
Compliance 7 min read

Load Testing Fall Protection Anchors: What the Standard Actually Requires

Anchor load testing is one of the most misunderstood requirements in the fall protection world. The standard does not say 'test every anchor every year' — but it does say a lot more than 'test once.'

November 26, 2025Read

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