Osha Roof Edge Distance

One of the most common questions related to roof work is.

Osha roof edge distance.

The new rule provides some clarification to this despite osha s previous stance that. To put it plainly there isn t a safe distance. What is a safe distance to an unprotected roof edge. Is there a safe distance from the edge of a roof for construction workers doing work while on a roof but not engaged in roofing residential pre cast erection or leading edge work.

For general industry working at a 4 foot height or a low sloped roof osha requires. Safe distance to an unprotected roof edge is a common area of misunderstanding when discussing fall protection. Osha estimates the rule will prevent 29 fatalities and 5 842 injuries annually. Unprotected sides and edges.

Answer background in 29 cfr part 1926 subpart m fall protection 1926 501 b 1 states. There is no distance osha deems as a safe distance from a roof edge so technically you should be protected at all times. 6 feet from the edge. Each employee on a.

Osha 1910 walking working surfaces standard requirements. 1910 28 b 13 iii when work is performed 15 feet 4 6 m or more from the roof edge the employer must. 1910 28 b 13 iii a protect each employee from falling by a guardrail system safety net system travel restraint system or personal fall arrest system or a designated area. 60 or half the length of the member is the maximum distance a control line can be from the edge when erecting precast concrete members.