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Falls remain one of the leading causes of fatalities in the construction industry, but they’re also among the most preventable. To help raise awareness and promote a culture of safety, the 2025 National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction will take place May 5 – 9, with a dedicated focus day on Wednesday, May 7. 

This nationwide initiative, part of a joint effort by OSHA and Construction Safety Week, encourages construction employers to pause work and hold conversations about fall prevention on job sites.

 

This Year’s Theme: “All in Together”

The 2025 Stand-Down emphasizes collective responsibility for job site safety. Whether you’re a subcontractor, project manager, architect or crew leader, everyone plays a role in preventing falls from ladders, scaffolds, roofs and other elevated surfaces.

 

How to Participate

Employers are encouraged to host a stand-down event at any point during the week. Here are a few simple ways to make an impact:

• Plan a fall protection toolbox talk
• Provide or refresh fall protection training
• Conduct inspections of fall protection equipment
• Discuss job-specific fall hazards and safe work practices
• Invite subcontractors, architects, owners and project engineers to attend

These activities can be formal safety meetings, equipment demonstrations or informal talks that reinforce the importance of working safely at heights.

 

Resources & Planning Tools

To help plan your Stand-Down, you can access helpful resources and event listings at:

• OSHA Stop Falls Stand-Down
• Construction Safety Week
• OSHA’s Stop Construction Falls
• CPWR
• NIOSH
• National Safety Council
• ASSP

 

Spread the Word

Participating organizations are encouraged to share their stories on social media using the hashtag #StandDown4Safety to help raise awareness and promote safety across the industry.

 

A Safer Industry Starts With One Conversation

Taking the time to talk about fall prevention could be the most important part of your team’s day. Use this opportunity to revisit your company’s safety policies, refresh your team’s training and recommit to keeping every worker safe – because when it comes to fall prevention, we’re all in together.

To support our Members’ success, we help keep them and their teams safe. Our Safety Services team is dedicated to walking alongside our Members, offering field-tested, hands-on safety solutions that reduce risk and protect what matters most: your people.

From personalized site visits to expert-led classroom training, we take a proactive approach to help Members identify exposures and implement safer practices. Our state-of-the-art training facility features both classroom and demonstration spaces—like our Iron Range Room—where real-life scenarios come to life, giving workers a deeper understanding of jobsite hazards and how to prevent them.

Whether it’s helping secure OSHA grants, offering safety resources in Spanish or serving as another set of eyes on your jobsite, we’re here to help you work safer, smarter and more successfully.

Since our founding in 1997, The Builders Group (TBG) has grown from a small self-insured fund into a leading provider of construction-related insurance solutions. As one of the first employees of the fund, CEO Stu Thompson, has played a key role in TBG’s expansion. 

Under his leadership, the company experienced rapid growth by educating Agents on the benefits of self-insurance, ultimately strengthening our position in the industry. Today, TBG continues to grow, providing proactive claims management, top-tier services and unmatched support for our Members.

Looking ahead, Thompson envisions a future where TBG expands its reach and continues to contribute meaningfully to the industry. From enhancing our Education Foundation to encouraging young professionals to explore careers in the trades, TBG is committed to making a lasting impact. 

With a focus on innovation, service and industry leadership, we will continue to serve as a trusted partner for construction businesses across Minnesota. Watch the full video to hear more about TBG’s journey and future goals.