DAMON, INC
Fall Protection
Training & Consulting
Welcome to Damon, Inc.
Welcome to Damon, Inc., your trusted partner in fall protection training and consulting. With decades of experience since 1975, Mark Damon is dedicated to safety in the workplace. He has produced the top-selling training DVD, "How Safe Is That Safety Belt and travels across all 50 states to provide comprehensive Fall Protection Training Seminars. Contact Mark today to discuss how we can tailor a training session to meet your needs and enhance your' safety.
Mark Damon has been a pivotal figure in fall protection and training since 1975, accumulating over 40 years of invaluable experience. Trained by Clarence Rose, a true pioneer in the industry, Mark played a crucial role on the OSHA Committee revised fall protection standards and collaborated with the United States Navy to establish their fall protection guidelines. His expertise extends to serving on the ANSI A10.24 subcommittee and teaching at OSHA training institute. Additionally, Mark has instructed OSHA 500 and 501 courses and produced a bestselling fall protection training DVD, "How Safe Is That Safety Belt?", an updated version released in 2015.
Mark has collaborated with industry giants like Rose Manufacturing Company, Miller Safety Products, and Capital Safety (DBI Sala), all leaders in fall equipment and training. His extensive includes providing fall protection training for renowned companies such as Boeing, Spirit Aerospace, and PepsiCo, among others. With a proven track record, Mark is committed to enhancing safety standards across various sectors. Trust his expertise to your team's safety in fall protection practices
Mark stays up-to-date with all standard changes and proposed updates, teaching numerous classes throughout the year to maintain his expertise in fall protection. As the Senior Fall Protection Specialist at ELLIS Fall Safety Solutions in Wilmington, DE, he brings a unique style and sense of humor that resonates with workers, making it easier them to grasp the fall hazards they face. Instead of just relying on OSHA or ANSI standards, provide your employees with effective training they can trust.
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Fall Protection Training
Explore our courses available in-person, virtually, or through pre-recorded sessions. Whether you prefer an in-person experience or the flexibility of self-paced learning, we have options to suit your needs.
Per ANSI Z359.2-2017 5.1.3.2 – Retraining must be completed every 2 years.
All courses comply with OSHA 1926.503, 1910.30 and ANSI Z359.2
Authorized User
OSHA 1910.30 (a)(1)Before any employee is exposed to a fall hazard, the employer must provide training for each employee who usespersonal fall protection systems. This class will provide training necessary to meet the requirements of OSHA for users of equipment andmeet the ANSI requirements to certify employees as Authorized Users . In addition to attending this class, the employee must meet with theirCompetent Person who will provide additional training in accordance with the OSHA standards outlined in 1926.503. The student whosuccessfully completes the course and pass the written test will receive an Authorized User Certificate.
Competent Person Refresher
In accordance with ANSI Z359.2 Competent Person training must be renewed every two years. Available to any participant who has alreadycompleted Competent Person certification is this recertification class.
Please send documentation on your previous Competent Person certification. Students who successfully complete the course and passthe written test will receive their renewal Competent Person Certificate.
Confined Space
Class designed to assist in compliance with OSHA 1910.146. The course will discuss permit versus non-permit confined spaces, alternate entry procedures, and the various types of personal protective equipment necessary to conduct an effective confined space entry. PPE will be provided by the customer. Approximate time: 4-6 hours.
Competent Person
OSHA1926.503(a)(2) The employer shall assure that each employee has been trained, as necessary, by a competent person qualified in the correct procedures in their department for erecting, maintaining, disassembling, and inspecting the fall protection systems to be used; the useand operation of guardrail systems, personal fall arrest systems, safety net systems, warning line systems, safety monitoring systems, controlled access zones, and other protection to be used;1926.503(a)(2)(vi) the correct procedures for the handling and storage of equipmentand materials and the erection of overhead protection; and 1926.503(a)(2)(vii) the role of employees in fall protection plans. This class is designed for anyone assigned the responsibility for the fall protection program in their area. The person serving as the competent person must complete the two-day class that meets or exceeds the requirements of OSHA and ANSI. Students who successfully complete the course andpass the written test will receive a Competent Person Certificate.
Competent Equipment Inspector
The course is designated for individuals responsible for inspection of fall protection equipment. Successful completion of this course will giveyou the qualifications to properly inspect fall protection equipment and learn how to properly document inspections to comply with OSHA.Students who successfully complete the course and pass the written test will receive a Competent Equipment Inspector Certificate.