Slide 29

Slide 29


TEXT VERSION OF SLIDE:

Title: 1926.451(g) Fall protection (PFAS or guardrails)

Type: Text Slide with Image

Content:

  • Required at 10'
  • May be used in lieu of guardrails on some scaffolds
  • PFAS and guardrails on suspension scaffolds
  • Required for erectors and dismantlers after September 2, 1997 if feasible and no greater hazard
  • Top-rails after 1-1-2000, 38" to 45" high
  • In some cases, may use cross bracing in lieu of top-rail or mid-rail

[Includes photo of worker on scaffold with inadequate fall protection]