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Guardrail systems. Guardrail systems and their use shall comply with the following provisions: 1926.502 (b) (1) Top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, shall be 42 inches (1.1 m) plus or minus 3 inches (8 cm) above the walking/working level.
The employer must ensure guardrail systems meet the following requirements: 1910.29(b)(1) The top edge height of top rails, or equivalent guardrail system members, are 42 inches (107 cm), plus or minus 3 inches (8 cm), above the walking-working surface.
Where workers on a construction site are exposed to vertical drops of 6 feet or more, OSHA requires that employers provide fall protection in one of three ways before work begins: Placing guardrails around the hazard area. Deploying safety nets.
The criteria and practices requirements for guardrail systems on scaffolds are contained in 29 CFR part 1926, subpart L. (c) Safety net systems. The employer must ensure each safety net system meets the requirements in 29 CFR part 1926, subpart M. (d) Designated areas.
The employer must ensure: (i) Each employee less than 4 feet (1.2 m) above dangerous equipment is protected from falling into or onto the dangerous equipment by a guardrail system or a travel restraint system, unless the equipment is covered or guarded to eliminate the hazard.
11 kwi 2024 · Guardrail Systems: Regulations for proper guardrail systems are provided in OSHA 1926.502(b). These systems consist of top rails, mid rails, and toe boards installed along the open sides and edges of elevated work platforms to create a physical barrier that prevents workers from falling.
8 gru 2023 · OSHA has specific requirements for construction that include the installation of guardrails at heights of 6 feet or more, and 4 feet or more for general industries. If an employee is reaching 10 inches below the walking or working surface, then fall protection is required, like a guardrail.
