Capital Safety Acquires Fall Protection Group

Words: Dan Kamys

Capital Safety Acquires Fall Protection Group

Capital Safety has acquired Fall Protection Group Inc., a Calgary, Alberta-based company committed to industry leading training for at-height workers. Capital Safety is a global leader in fall protection and height safety.

“The acquisition of Fall Protection Group expands our footprint in training and consulting services, which will provide our customers with a broader range of solutions,” said Stephen Oswald, Capital Safety CEO. “It brings together two great organizations with established reputations in the industry, further strengthening our position as a world leader in fall safety, while delivering our mission of bringing every worker at height home safely.”

Ron O’Neil, Director of Fall Protection Group added, "We are thrilled with this acquisition which will provide tremendous opportunity for Fall Protection Group. Combining our nearly 20 years of experience with the skilled experts at Capital Safety will allow us to better support our customers ensuring that everyone we touch continues to receive the highest quality training and consulting available in the industry.”

No further details were disclosed. 

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