High Rise Window Cleaning | OSHA & ANSI Approved Training

August 15, 2016 by George Brewer

GHB Window Cleaning has a flawless safety record thanks to our Fall Protection division that focuses on continued education for our employees. We train each employee per OSHA, ANSI & WAC laws that govern window cleaning, fall arrest training & certifications.

Prior to hiring a window cleaner we encourage all Property Managers / Owners to interview the company and ask the below questions to ensure cleaning companies are following state & federal laws. If the cleaning company can’t answer all the below questions correctly, it may be time to interview other window companies. This will ensure you are protecting your investment plus it will limit your liability.

Q: How many feet up is considered a fall hazard? A: 4 feet (OSHA 1910.23)
Q: When is Fall Protection Required? A: Any heights over 6 feet (OSHA 1926.500)
Q: How close to the roof’s edge can you be without being tied off in a full body harness? A: No person can be closer than 10 feet to an edge without fall protection gear. OSHA 1926 Subpart M (fall protection)
Q: Do you have a site specific safety plan? A: Per WAC 296-878-14005 a safety plan is mandatory.
Q: How often should roof anchors be inspected by a qualified person? A: OSHA requires that all building owners must have the roof anchors inspected annually (OSHA 1910.66)

And remember, always get a copy of a Certificate of Insurance and ask to be added an additional insured. You may also request information on their training and certification programs.

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GHB Window Cleaning Inc & Slick Watts Helps Local School

September 19, 2019February 9, 2016 by George Brewer

Slick Watts And GHB Team Up — Slick Watts and GHB Services Team up to give back to local schools.

Sonics legend donates money toward local elementary school’s playground

GHB Window Cleaning Inc. and Slick Watts, former NBA Seattle Super Sonic, teamed up to donate money towards new playground equipment. On Feb. 8th 2016, George Brewer, president of GHB Window Cleaning Services INC. presented MLK Elementary School a check to help in their efforts to purchase more playground balls for ‘Square Ball,’ Soccer & Kids Outdoor Games . Since airing, many have joined in the efforts and continue to bless the school with monies to purchase new playground equipment.

It is so great to see the local News take part in sharing the story with the community and giving the story ‘wings’ so other people can give to the local community.

Local Business Preps the VMAC & Draws Up a Winning Safety Plan

July 31, 2015 by George Brewer

GHB Window Cleaning Inc. draws up a winning game plan to help the VMAC prepare for the 2015-2016 Season

Bellevue, WA July 31, 2015 – With Seattle patiently waiting for football season, the Virginia Mason Athletic Center is supporting local businesses as they gear up for training camp. GHB Window Cleaning Inc., a small Seattle Business, has been working hard preforming exterior window cleaning and top –bottom pressure washing services at the facility; helping prepare the VMAC for the return of the 2015 Conference Champions. However, it takes a great game plan to execute work at heights over 120 feet.

Although this game plan may not consist of X’s & O’s or a quarterback sneak, it does include a route to safety that always leads to a win. Prior to work commencing, Labor and Industries requires all contractors to have an Accident Prevention Program and with the technicians working as high as 120 feet a Site Specific Safety Plan or Fall Protection Work Plan is required. This plan identifies fall hazards of 10 feet or more and informs the technicians and the facility of the methods of fall protection being used as well as a detailed rescue strategy if needed. The department of Labor and Industries & OSHA imposes heavy fines for companies that do not follow these regulations. The laws are inforce to keep workers safe & limit liability. Because of the safety preparations executed beforehand and a winning game plan, GHB Inc. has a perfect, flawless safety record; Win!

George Brewer, President of GHB Window Cleaning Inc., recognizes that safety is always priority one and has on-going employee training & offers his expertise to other local business’s in the area. He said, “Falls are one of the most common serious work related accident and so many owners are unaware of their obligations when it comes to laws that govern fall protection both on the State (WISHA) & Federal (OSHA) Level. … Our game plan simple; prepare & train with safety and execute with quality service.”

To learn more about working at heights & fall protection safety, visit us at http://ghbfallprotection.com or call (844) 438-4429.

About GHB Window Cleaning Inc.

GHB Window Cleaning Services Inc., provides affordable quality window cleaning services in Seattle, Bellevue and Washington State. They specialize in residential window washing and commercial midrise and high-rise window cleaning and clearly shine in customer service. Their elite Safety Division focused on Fall Protection and exclusive employee training separates them as the best. Visit https://ghbwindowcleaning.com// to learn more about their services.

Contact:
Dawn Houg
GHB Inc., Media Relations
Web. https://ghbwindowcleaning.com//
Email: office@nullghbwindows.com
Tel. (425)250-1044

Red Tagged Fall Restraint Roof Anchors

May 28, 2015 by George Brewer

In a recent fall restraint system anchor inspections for a client in Seattle, it was discovered that the system had to be red tagged due to the anchor not withstanding proper load limits which could cause massive injury or death to an employee using this system. The anchors on the system were not secure to the roof and loose. OSHA 1910 governs fall protection systems and states (10) Anchorages to which personal fall arrest equipment is attached shall be capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds (22.2 kN) per employee attached, or shall be designed, installed, and used as part of a complete personal fall arrest system which maintains a safety factor of at least two, under the supervision of a qualified person.

If a fall arrest – restraint system or roof anchors are on any building, building owners are required to have them inspected at intervals not exceeding 12 months.

OSHA 1910.66 | WAC Chapter 296 Annual Inspections of Roof Anchors, Fall Protection System Inspection and tests – Periodic inspections and tests. OSHA 1910.66(g)(2)(i) Related building supporting structures shall undergo periodic inspection by a competent person at intervals not exceeding 12 months.

1910.66(g)(2)(iii) The building owner shall keep a certification record of each inspection and test required under paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (ii) of this section. The certification record shall include the date of the inspection, the signature of the person who performed the inspection, and the number, or other identifier, of the building support structure and equipment which was inspected. This certification record shall be kept readily available for review by the Assistant Secretary of Labor or the Assistant Secretary’s representative and by the employer.

Building owners Responsibility – Separate from the annual inspections, building owners shall ensure equipment or anchors be re-certified 1. At periods not to exceed 10 years, 2. When equipment shows excessive wear or damage, 3. When re-roofing or renovation 4. When equipment is modified or removed from the structure.

Window Cleaning Safety & Education

July 13, 2021February 23, 2015 by George Brewer

Is Your Current Window Cleaning Team Safe? Are you liable for any accidents that occur on your building?

With Spring Time just around the corner, it’s important to re-visit safety information about window cleaning safety & fall protection. With the recent news stories in New York & Seattle it’s beneficial for property owners & management companies to ask the right questions when it comes to safety. Below are a few simple questions to ask your current window cleaning team to ensure proper safety rules & OSHA standards are being followed.

Q: How many feet up is considered a fall hazard? A: 4 feet (OSHA 1910.23)
Q: When is Fall Protection Required? A: Any heights over 6 feet (OSHA 1926.500)
Q: How close to the roof’s edge can you be without being tied off in a full body harness? A: No person can be closer than 10 feet to an edge without fall protection gear. OSHA 1926 Subpart M (fall protection)
Q: Do you have a site specific safety plan? A: Per WAC 296-878-14005 a safety plan is mandatory.
Q: How often should roof anchors be inspected by a qualified person? A: OSHA requires that all building owners must have the roof anchors inspected annually (OSHA 1910.66)

At GHB Window Cleaning Inc. we believe that education is the first step to safety! That is why we are the only Window Cleaning Company in the Seattle area that has a division focused on fall protection safety and education plus our safety record is flawless. Also, most building owners are not aware that they are responsible for inspections & certification for any fall protection & fall restraint system. Our goal is to heighten awareness for owners, employees & property management companies of their obligations when it comes to fall protection.

Please visit GHB Fall Protection Inc. and GHB Window Cleaning In c. to learn about the services & training we offer.

GHB Window Cleaning has a flawless safety record thanks to our Fall Protection division that focuses on continued education for our employees. We train each employee per OSHA, ANSI & WAC laws that govern window cleaning, fall arrest training & certifications.

Sonics legend donates money toward local elementary school’s playground

GHB Window Cleaning Inc. draws up a winning game plan to help the VMAC prepare for the 2015-2016 Season

Is Your Current Window Cleaning Team Safe? Are you liable for any accidents that occur on your building?

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