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1. Falling hazards
1.1 Fall from height
Among falls, a fall from a height is distinguished from a fall on the same level by the existence of a difference in level between all parts of the human body during the fall. This definition covers all falls from a height, such as from an elevated position (roof, pylons) or from equipment that slightly raises the person (stool, step). Working close to a difference in level, although not work at height, presents the same risks of falling from a height. The same applies to all work close to gradients: cliffs, excavations, etc.
By their very nature, dangerous situations that expose people to the risk of falling are highly diverse, and therefore concern all sectors of activity.
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