osha 29 cfr 1926 - subpart m

BWC Division of Safety & Hygiene

OSHA 29 CFR 1926 - OSHA 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart MSubpart MOSHA 29 CFR 1926 - OSHA 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart MSubpart M

Safety Standards for Fall Protection in the Construction

Industry

Effective: February 6, 1995

Safety Standards for Fall Protection in the Construction

Industry

Effective: February 6, 1995


Total Construction Fatalities1985-1993

Total Construction Fatalities1985-1993

Falls FromElevation 33% Falls FromElevation 33%

Caught In/Between 18% Caught In/Between 18%

Struck By 22%Struck By 22%

Shock 17%Shock 17% Other 10%Other 10%


Falls From Elevation - BreakdownFalls From Elevation - Breakdown

Roof 27%Roof 27%

Other 16%Other 16%

Scaffold 17%Scaffold 17%

Steel Erection 10%

Steel Erection 10%

Floor Opening 7% Floor Opening 7%

Aerial Lift Basket 3%Aerial Lift Basket 3%

Suspended Platform/Vehicle 3%Suspended Platform/Vehicle 3%

Concrete Erection 3% Concrete Erection 3%Ladder

8%Ladder 8%

Open Sided Floor 4%Open Sided Floor 4%


1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993

262

185217

259225

253211

181161

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 19931985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993

262

185217

259225

253211

181161

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993

Number of Construction Fatalities Due to Falls 1985-1993

Number of Construction Fatalities Due to Falls 1985-1993


Analysis of Heights For Construction Fatalities Caused by Falls 1985-1993

Analysis of Heights For Construction Fatalities Caused by Falls 1985-1993

2%8%

22% 20%

36%

12%

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

< 6' 6'-10' 11'-20' 21'-30' > 30' Unk.

2%8%

22% 20%

36%

12%

0%

5%

10%

15%

20%

25%

30%

35%

40%

< 6' 6'-10' 11'-20' 21'-30' > 30' Unk.


Construction Activity% of Total Fatalities 1985 - 1993

Construction Activity% of Total Fatalities 1985 - 1993

0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70%

Painting, Paper Hanging and Decorations - 63%Painting, Paper Hanging and Decorations - 63%

Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning - 31%Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning - 31%

Heavy Construction, except Highway & Street - 15%Heavy Construction, except Highway & Street - 15%

Highway and Street, except Elevated Highways - 2%Highway and Street, except Elevated Highways - 2%

Building Construction - Nonresidential - 50%Building Construction - Nonresidential - 50%

Building Construction - Residential - 29%Building Construction - Residential - 29%


Construction Activity (Cont’d)% of Total Fatalities 1985 - 1993

Construction Activity (Cont’d)% of Total Fatalities 1985 - 1993

0% 20% 40% 60% 80%0% 20% 40% 60% 80%

Miscellaneous Special Trade Contractors 47% Miscellaneous Special Trade Contractors 47%

Concrete Work 30% Concrete Work 30%

Roofing, Siding and Sheet-Metal Work 73% Roofing, Siding and Sheet-Metal Work 73%

Carpentry and Floorwork 63% Carpentry and Floorwork 63%

Masonry, Stonework, Tile Setting and Plastering 62% Masonry, Stonework, Tile Setting and Plastering 62%

Electrical Work 24% Electrical Work 24%


1926.500(a)(1) Scope and Application

1926.500(a)(1) Scope and Application


Who’s Affected by Subpart M? EVERYONE EXCEPT:Who’s Affected by Subpart M? EVERYONE EXCEPT: Employees making an inspection. Employees working on scaffolds.

(Subpart L) Employees working on stairways and

ladders. (Subpart X) Employees working on equipment used in

tunneling operations. (Subpart S)

Employees making an inspection. Employees working on scaffolds.

(Subpart L) Employees working on stairways and

ladders. (Subpart X) Employees working on equipment used in

tunneling operations. (Subpart S)


Who’s Affected by Subpart M? EVERYONE EXCEPT:Who’s Affected by Subpart M? EVERYONE EXCEPT: Employees engaged in the construction

of electric transmission, distribution lines, and equipment. (Subpart V)

Employees working on cranes and derricks. (Subpart N)

Employees performing steel erection work in buildings. (Subpart R)

Employees engaged in the construction of electric transmission, distribution lines, and equipment. (Subpart V)

Employees working on cranes and derricks. (Subpart N)

Employees performing steel erection work in buildings. (Subpart R)


1926.500(b) Definitions1926.500(b) Definitions


1926.501(b)(1) Unprotected Sides and Edges1926.501(b)(1) Unprotected Sides and Edges


1926.501(b)(2) Leading Edges1926.501(b)(2) Leading Edges


Exception:Exception:

When the employer can demonstrate that it is infeasible or creates a greater hazard to use these systems, the employer shall develop and implement a fall protection plan.



DefinitionDefinition

Infeasible - means that it is impossible to perform the construction work using a conventional fall protection system (i.e., guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system) or that it is technologically impossible to use any of these systems to provide fall protection.

Infeasible - means that it is impossible to perform the construction work using a conventional fall protection system (i.e., guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system) or that it is technologically impossible to use any of these systems to provide fall protection.


1926.501(b)(3) Hoist Areas1926.501(b)(3) Hoist Areas


1926.501(b)(4) Holes1926.501(b)(4) Holes


1926.501(b)(5) Formwork and Reinforcing Steel1926.501(b)(5) Formwork and Reinforcing Steel


1926.501(b)(6) Ramps, Runways, and Other Walkways

1926.501(b)(6) Ramps, Runways, and Other Walkways


1926.501(b)(7) Excavations1926.501(b)(7) Excavations


1926.501(b)(8) Dangerous Equipment1926.501(b)(8) Dangerous Equipment


1926.501(b)(9) Overhand Bricklaying and Related Work1926.501(b)(9) Overhand Bricklaying and Related Work


1926.501(b)(10) Roofing Work On Low-Slope Roofs 1926.501(b)(10) Roofing Work On Low-Slope Roofs


1926.501(b)(11) Steep Roofs1926.501(b)(11) Steep Roofs


1926.501(b)(12) Precast Concrete Erection1926.501(b)(12) Precast Concrete Erection


1926.501(b)(13) Residential Construction1926.501(b)(13) Residential Construction


1926.501(b)(14) Wall Openings1926.501(b)(14) Wall Openings


1926.501(b)(15) Walking/Working Surfaces Not Otherwise Addressed

1926.501(b)(15) Walking/Working Surfaces Not Otherwise Addressed


1926.501(c)(1) Protection From Falling Objects1926.501(c)(1) Protection From Falling Objects Erect toeboards, screens, or guardrail systems to

prevent objects from falling.

Erect toeboards, screens, or guardrail systems to prevent objects from falling.


1926.501(c)(2) Protection From Falling Objects1926.501(c)(2) Protection From Falling Objects Canopy Structure Canopy Structure Barricade Barricade


1926.502(b) GuardrailSystems

1926.502(b) GuardrailSystems


1926.502 (b)(1), (2) &(14)1926.502 (b)(1), (2) &(14)

Top edge height shall be 42” +/- 3” from walking/working level, and able to withstand 200 lbs. of force.

Midrails shall be installed at a height midway between top edge and walking/working level, and able to withstand 150 lbs. of force.

Top edge height shall be 42” +/- 3” from walking/working level, and able to withstand 200 lbs. of force.

Midrails shall be installed at a height midway between top edge and walking/working level, and able to withstand 150 lbs. of force.


1926.502(b)(9) Guardrail Systems1926.502(b)(9) Guardrail Systems

Top rails and midrails shall be at least 1/4 inch nominal diameter.

Top rail shall be flagged at not more than 6-foot intervals with high-visibility material.

Top rails and midrails shall be at least 1/4 inch nominal diameter.

Top rail shall be flagged at not more than 6-foot intervals with high-visibility material.


1926.502 (b)(13)1926.502 (b)(13)

Guardrails at points of access shall be provided with gates or offset to that a person cannot walk directly into the hole.

Guardrails at points of access shall be provided with gates or offset to that a person cannot walk directly into the hole.


1926.502(c) Safety Net Systems

1926.502(c) Safety Net Systems


1926.502(c)(1) Safety Net Systems1926.502(c)(1) Safety Net Systems

Install as close as practicable under the walking/working surface on which employees are working, but in no case more than 30 feet below such level.

Install as close as practicable under the walking/working surface on which employees are working, but in no case more than 30 feet below such level.



Net Extension

< 5 feet 8 feet

> 5 feet

and 10 feet

<10 feet

>10 feet 13 feet

Net Extension

< 5 feet 8 feet

> 5 feet

and 10 feet

<10 feet

>10 feet 13 feet



Install with sufficient clearance to prevent contact with any surfaces or structures below.

Install with sufficient clearance to prevent contact with any surfaces or structures below.



When the employer can demonstrate that a drop test is unreasonable, the employer shall certify that the net and installation can meet an impact force equivalent to the impact forces of a drop test.

When the employer can demonstrate that a drop test is unreasonable, the employer shall certify that the net and installation can meet an impact force equivalent to the impact forces of a drop test.


DefinitionDefinition

Competent Person - means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.

Competent Person - means one who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings, or working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them.


1926.502(c)(5)&(6) Safety Net Systems

1926.502(c)(5)&(6) Safety Net Systems

Inspect nets weekly for wear, damage, and other deterioration.

Inspect nets weekly for wear, damage, and other deterioration.

Remove any materials, scrap, equipment, and tools, that have fallen into net.

Remove any materials, scrap, equipment, and tools, that have fallen into net.



Maximum mesh opening shall not exceed 36 sq. inches nor longer than 6 inches on any side.

Mesh crossings shall be secured to prevent enlargement of mesh opening.

Maximum mesh opening shall not exceed 36 sq. inches nor longer than 6 inches on any side.

Mesh crossings shall be secured to prevent enlargement of mesh opening.


1926.501(c)(8)&(9) Safety Net Systems1926.501(c)(8)&(9) Safety Net Systems

Minimum breaking strength for border rope webbing is 5,000 lbs.

Connections shall be as strong as net components.

Connections shall be spaced not more than 6 inches apart.

Minimum breaking strength for border rope webbing is 5,000 lbs.

Connections shall be as strong as net components.

Connections shall be spaced not more than 6 inches apart.


1926.502(d) Personal Fall

Arrest Systems

1926.502(d) Personal Fall

Arrest Systems


1926.502(d) Personal Fall Arrest Systems1926.502(d) Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Connector means a device which is used to couple (connect) parts of the personal fall arrest system and positioning device systems together. It may be an independent component of the system, such as a carabiner, or it may be an integral component of part of the system (such as a buckle or dee-ring sewn into a body belt or body harness, or a snap-hook spliced or sewn to a lanyard or self-retracting lanyard.)

Connector means a device which is used to couple (connect) parts of the personal fall arrest system and positioning device systems together. It may be an independent component of the system, such as a carabiner, or it may be an integral component of part of the system (such as a buckle or dee-ring sewn into a body belt or body harness, or a snap-hook spliced or sewn to a lanyard or self-retracting lanyard.)


1926.502(d)(8) Personal Fall Arrest Systems1926.502(d)(8) Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used, under the supervision of a qualified person, as part of a complete personal fall arrest system, which maintains a safety factor of at least two.

Horizontal lifelines shall be designed, installed, and used, under the supervision of a qualified person, as part of a complete personal fall arrest system, which maintains a safety factor of at least two.


Definition - from 1926.32(l)Definition - from 1926.32(l)

Qualified Person - means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

Qualified Person - means one who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or who by extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.


1926.502(d) Personal Fall Arrest Systems1926.502(d) Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Rope Grab means a deceleration device which travels on a lifeline and automatically, by friction, engages the lifeline and locks so as to arrest the fall of an employee.

Lanyards and vertical lifelines shall have a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs.

Each employee shall be attached to a separate lifeline.

Rope Grab means a deceleration device which travels on a lifeline and automatically, by friction, engages the lifeline and locks so as to arrest the fall of an employee.

Lanyards and vertical lifelines shall have a minimum breaking strength of 5,000 lbs.

Each employee shall be attached to a separate lifeline.


1926.502(d)(12) Personal Fall Arrest Systems1926.502(d)(12) Personal Fall Arrest Systems

Self-retracting lifeline/lanyard means a deceleration device containing a drum-wound line which can be slowly extracted from, or retracted onto, the drum under slight tension during the normal employee movement, and which, after onset of a fall, automatically locks the drum and arrests the fall.

Self-retracting lifeline/lanyard means a deceleration device containing a drum-wound line which can be slowly extracted from, or retracted onto, the drum under slight tension during the normal employee movement, and which, after onset of a fall, automatically locks the drum and arrests the fall.


1926.502(d)(12) & (15) Anchorage1926.502(d)(12) & (15) Anchorage

Limit free fall distance to 2 ft. or less and able to sustain a 3,000 lb. min. tensile load.

Limit free fall distance to 2 ft. or less and able to sustain a 3,000 lb. min. tensile load.

Capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. per employee attached.

Capable of supporting at least 5,000 lbs. per employee attached.


* t = (2h/g) or :How Long Does It Take To Fall?

* t = (2h/g) or :How Long Does It Take To Fall?

Height (feet) Time (seconds)4 0.5

16 1.0

36 1.5

64 2.0

100 2.5

144 3.0

256 4.0

576 6.0

Height (feet) Time (seconds)4 0.5

16 1.0

36 1.5

64 2.0

100 2.5

144 3.0

256 4.0

576 6.0

.5.5

g = Gravitational Constant of 32.2 ft/s h = Height of Fall in feet t = Time of Fall in seconds g = Gravitational Constant of 32.2 ft/s h = Height of Fall in feet t = Time of Fall in seconds

22

**


VelocityVelocity

v = (2gh)v = (2gh)

v = Velocity, assuming no initial velocity

g = Gravitational Constant of 32.2 ft/s

h = Height of fall in feet


g = Gravitational Constant of 32.2 ft/s

h = Height of fall in feet

.5.5

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Momentum Of FallMomentum Of Fall

M = mvM = mv

M = Momentum in foot- pounds/second

m = Mass in pounds


M = Momentum in foot- pounds/second

m = Mass in pounds



Skull FractureSkull Fracture

2Eg

m

50 x 2 x 32.2

12

16.3 ft/sec

2Eg

m

50 x 2 x 32.2

12

16.3 ft/sec

E = Kinetic Energy

g = Gravitational Constant

m = Weight of an average human head

E = Kinetic Energy

g = Gravitational Constant

m = Weight of an average human head

A skull would fracture at approximately 50 foot-pounds/second . The velocity of a fracture is expressed in the equation:

A skull would fracture at approximately 50 foot-pounds/second . The velocity of a fracture is expressed in the equation:

v =v =

==

==


3970

27802395

830

0

500

1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

Shock AbsorbingLanyard

Nylon Rope Lanyard

Webbing Lanyard

Steel Lanyard3970

27802395

830

0

500

1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

Shock AbsorbingLanyard

Nylon Rope Lanyard

Webbing Lanyard

Steel Lanyard

Peak Fall Arresting Forces - Forces Generated by 220 lbs Steel Weight Free-Falling 6 ft

Peak Fall Arresting Forces - Forces Generated by 220 lbs Steel Weight Free-Falling 6 ft

Force in lbs.Force in lbs.


Determining Minimum Anchorage Point HeightDetermining Minimum Anchorage Point Height

C = Clearance H = Anchor Point Height L = Distance Between Anchorage

Point and D-Ring S = Deceleration Distance 5’ = Harness D-Ring Height

Free Fall = 5’ + L - H = 6’ max. OSHA Clearance = 5’ + L - H + S

= 9.5’ Minimum Clearance where S = 3.5’ max. OSHA

C = Clearance H = Anchor Point Height L = Distance Between Anchorage

Point and D-Ring S = Deceleration Distance 5’ = Harness D-Ring Height

Free Fall = 5’ + L - H = 6’ max. OSHA Clearance = 5’ + L - H + S

= 9.5’ Minimum Clearance where S = 3.5’ max. OSHA


1926.502(d)(16) & (17) Harnesses1926.502(d)(16) & (17) Harnesses

Limit maximum arresting force to 1,800 pounds.

Rigged so that an employee cannot free fall more than 6 feet.

Attachment point located in center of back near shoulder level.


1926.502(e) Positioning Device Systems1926.502(e) Positioning Device Systems


1926.502(f) Warning Line

Systems

1926.502(f) Warning Line

Systems


Warning-Line SystemWarning-Line System Erected around all sides of roof

work area. 6 feet from edge - 10 feet when

using mechanical equipment. Two warning lines at points of

access, material handling, storage, and hoisting areas.

Rope, wire, or chain flagged at not more than 6-foot intervals with high visibility material.

Erected around all sides of roof work area.

6 feet from edge - 10 feet when using mechanical equipment.

Two warning lines at points of access, material handling, storage, and hoisting areas.

Rope, wire, or chain flagged at not more than 6-foot intervals with high visibility material.


Warning-Line SystemWarning-Line System The rope, wire or chain shall be

rigged or supported so that it’s lowest point is no less than 34 inches and the highest point is no more than 39 inches from the walking/working surface.

Stanchions shall be capable of resisting, without tipping over, a force of at least 16 pounds applied horizontally against the stanchion 30 inches from the walking/working surface.

The rope, wire or chain shall be rigged or supported so that it’s lowest point is no less than 34 inches and the highest point is no more than 39 inches from the walking/working surface.

Stanchions shall be capable of resisting, without tipping over, a force of at least 16 pounds applied horizontally against the stanchion 30 inches from the walking/working surface.


Warning-Line SystemWarning-Line System The rope, wire or chain shall have a

minimum tensile strength of 500 pounds.

The line shall be attached so that pulling on one section of the line will not result in slack being taken up in adjacent sections.

Employees are not permitted between the roof edge and warning line unless performing roofing work in that area.

The rope, wire or chain shall have a minimum tensile strength of 500 pounds.

The line shall be attached so that pulling on one section of the line will not result in slack being taken up in adjacent sections.

Employees are not permitted between the roof edge and warning line unless performing roofing work in that area.


1926.502(g) Controlled Access Zones

1926.502(g) Controlled Access Zones


1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Leading Edge 1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Leading Edge

Extends parallel along the unprotected or leading edge.

Control line connected to guardrail system or wall.

Line situated not less than 6 feet nor more than 25 feet from edge.

Extends parallel along the unprotected or leading edge.

Control line connected to guardrail system or wall.

Line situated not less than 6 feet nor more than 25 feet from edge.


Consists of ropes, wires, and tape with a minimum breaking strength of 200 lbs. and is marked with high visibility materials at not more than 6 foot intervals.

Stanchions rigged so that the lowest point is not less than 39 inches nor more than 45 inches.

Consists of ropes, wires, and tape with a minimum breaking strength of 200 lbs. and is marked with high visibility materials at not more than 6 foot intervals.

Stanchions rigged so that the lowest point is not less than 39 inches nor more than 45 inches.

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Leading Edge (cont’d)

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Leading Edge (cont’d)


Control line erected not less than 6 feet nor more than 60 feet, or half the length of the member being erected, whichever is less, from the leading edge.

Control line erected not less than 6 feet nor more than 60 feet, or half the length of the member being erected, whichever is less, from the leading edge.

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Precast Concrete

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Precast Concrete


Lines erected not less than 10 ft. nor more than 15 ft. from the working edge.

Lines extended to enclose all employees performing overhand bricklaying and related work.

Lines erected at each end to enclose zone.

Only employees engaged in work permitted in zone.

Lines erected not less than 10 ft. nor more than 15 ft. from the working edge.

Lines extended to enclose all employees performing overhand bricklaying and related work.

Lines erected at each end to enclose zone.

Only employees engaged in work permitted in zone.

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Overhand Bricklaying

1926.502(g)(1) Controlled Access Zones - Overhand Bricklaying


1926.502(h) Safety Monitoring Systems1926.502(h) Safety Monitoring Systems


Safety-Monitoring SystemSafety-Monitoring System

Competent person to monitor Warns employees nearing hazard On same walking/working surface Within visual Contact Able to communicate orally with workers No mechanical equipment used or

stored in safety-monitoring system area

Competent person to monitor Warns employees nearing hazard On same walking/working surface Within visual Contact Able to communicate orally with workers No mechanical equipment used or

stored in safety-monitoring system area

A shout may be the last thing a worker hears as he or she hurtles to the ground.A shout may be the last thing a worker hears as he or she hurtles to the ground.


1926.502(i) Covers1926.502(i) Covers


1926.502 (i) Covers1926.502 (i) Covers


1926.502 (i) Covers1926.502 (i) Covers Capable of supporting

twice the maximum axle load.

Capable of supporting twice employee, equipment, and material weight.

Secured to prevent accidental displacement.

Color coded or marked with the word “HOLE” or “COVER”.

Capable of supporting twice the maximum axle load.

Capable of supporting twice employee, equipment, and material weight.

Secured to prevent accidental displacement.

Color coded or marked with the word “HOLE” or “COVER”.


1926.502(j) Protection 1926.502(j) Protection From Falling ObjectsFrom Falling Objects

1926.502(j) Protection 1926.502(j) Protection From Falling ObjectsFrom Falling Objects


1926.502(j)(1),(2) & (3) Toeboards1926.502(j)(1),(2) & (3) Toeboards

Erected a sufficient distance to protect employees below.

Able to withstand a force of 50 lbs. outward and downward.

Minimum height of 3 and 1/2 inches with no more than 1/4 inch gap at walking/working surface.

Erected a sufficient distance to protect employees below.

Able to withstand a force of 50 lbs. outward and downward.

Minimum height of 3 and 1/2 inches with no more than 1/4 inch gap at walking/working surface.


1926.502(j)(5) & (6) Guardrail System1926.502(j)(5) & (6) Guardrail System

Erect paneling or screening when material exceeds guardrail system’s top rail.

No materials or equipment stored within 4 feet of working edge.

Erect paneling or screening when material exceeds guardrail system’s top rail.

No materials or equipment stored within 4 feet of working edge.


1926.502(j)(8) Canopies1926.502(j)(8) Canopies

Canopies used for falling object protection shall be strong enough to support and prevent penetration by any objects which might fall into canopy.

Canopies used for falling object protection shall be strong enough to support and prevent penetration by any objects which might fall into canopy.


1926.502(k) Fall Protection Plan1926.502(k) Fall Protection Plan

Available for employees engaged in leading edge work, precast concrete erection work, or residential construction work only.

Up to date, site specific plan prepared by qualified person, with a copy maintained at the job site.

Changes to plan must be approved

by qualified person.

Available for employees engaged in leading edge work, precast concrete erection work, or residential construction work only.

Up to date, site specific plan prepared by qualified person, with a copy maintained at the job site.

Changes to plan must be approved

by qualified person.


Definition - from 1926.32(m)Definition - from 1926.32(m)

Qualified Person - a person who has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

Qualified Person - a person who has successfully demonstrated his ability to solve or resolve problems relating to the subject matter, the work, or the project.


1926.502(k) Fall Protection Plan (Cont’d)1926.502(k) Fall Protection Plan (Cont’d) Plan must document reasons why

conventional fall protection systems are infeasible or would create a greater hazard.

Documentation of other measures taken to reduce or eliminate fall hazards for workers not using conventional fall protection.

Plan must document reasons why conventional fall protection systems are infeasible or would create a greater hazard.

Documentation of other measures taken to reduce or eliminate fall hazards for workers not using conventional fall protection.


1926.502(k) Fall Protection Plan(Cont’d)


Plan must identify each location where conventional methods cannot be used, and locations must be classified as controlled access zones.

When alternative measures have not been implemented, a safety monitoring system shall be used.

Plan must identify each location where conventional methods cannot be used, and locations must be classified as controlled access zones.

When alternative measures have not been implemented, a safety monitoring system shall be used.


Plan must state name or identify employees who are designated to work in controlled access zones.

If an employee falls, or some other related serious incident occurs, the employer must investigate the circumstances of the fall or incident, and determine if the fall protection plan needs to be changed to prevent recurrence.

Plan must state name or identify employees who are designated to work in controlled access zones.

If an employee falls, or some other related serious incident occurs, the employer must investigate the circumstances of the fall or incident, and determine if the fall protection plan needs to be changed to prevent recurrence.




1926.503 Training Requirements1926.503 Training Requirements

The nature of falls in the work area. The correct procedures for erecting,

maintaining, disassembling, and inspecting the fall protection system in use.

The use and operation of guardrail systems, personal fall arrest systems, safety net systems, warning line systems, controlled access zones, and other protection to be used.

The nature of falls in the work area. The correct procedures for erecting,

maintaining, disassembling, and inspecting the fall protection system in use.

The use and operation of guardrail systems, personal fall arrest systems, safety net systems, warning line systems, controlled access zones, and other protection to be used.

Certificate of Training

John Doe has successfully completed all the training provisions of fall protection for ABC Roofing Company on this date February 6, 1995

Tony Maroni, President Noah Falls, Safety Director


1926.503 Training Requirements1926.503 Training Requirements

The role of each employee when a safety-monitoring system is used. Limitations of mechanical equipment during roofing work on low-sloped roofs. Correct procedures for the use, handling and storage of equipment and materials. The employees role in fall protection plans.

The role of each employee when a safety-monitoring system is used. Limitations of mechanical equipment during roofing work on low-sloped roofs. Correct procedures for the use, handling and storage of equipment and materials. The employees role in fall protection plans.

John Doe has successfully completed all the training provisions of fall protection for ABC Roofing Company on this date February 6, 1995

Tony Maroni, President Noah Falls, Safety Director

Certificate of Training


Appendix A to Subpart M - Determining Roof WidthsAppendix A to Subpart M - Determining Roof Widths

Example A - Rectangular Shaped RoofsExample A - Rectangular Shaped Roofs

Example B - Sloped Rectangular Shaped RoofsExample B - Sloped Rectangular Shaped Roofs


Appendix A to Subpart M - Determining Roof WidthsAppendix A to Subpart M - Determining Roof Widths

Example C - Irregularly Shaped Roofs With Rectangular ShapedSections

Example C - Irregularly Shaped Roofs With Rectangular ShapedSections


Appendix A to Subpart M -Determining Roof Widths (Cont’d)


Example D - Separate Non-Contiguous Roof AreasExample D - Separate Non-Contiguous Roof Areas




Example E - Roofs With Penthouses, Open Courtyards,Additional Floors, etc.

Example E - Roofs With Penthouses, Open Courtyards,Additional Floors, etc.


Appendix A to Subpart M -

Determining Roof Widths (Cont’d)

Appendix A to Subpart M -

Determining Roof Widths (Cont’d)

Example F - Irregular, Non-Rectangular Shaped Roofs

Example F - Irregular, Non-Rectangular Shaped Roofs

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