Fall Protection English 10-10-07
Fall Protection English 10-10-07
Fall Protection English 10-10-07
Disclaimer
This material was produced under grant number SH-16603-07-60-F-24 from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, U.S. Department of Labor. It does not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the U.S. Department of Labor, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. This presentation is intended to discuss Federal Regulations only your individual State requirements may be more stringent as many states operate their own state OSHA and they may have adopted construction standards that are different from information presented in this training. If you live in a state with an OSHA approved state plan, you should contact your local administrator for further information on the standards applicable in your state. These materials are meant for informational purposes only. No representation is made as to the thoroughness of the presentation.
Disclaimer, cont.
It is not the intent to provide compliance-based training in this presentation, the intent is more to address hazard awareness in the residential construction (i.e. home building) industry, and to recognize the overlapping hazards present in many construction workplaces. Photos shown in this presentation may depict situations that are not in compliance with applicable OSHA/safety requirements. No legal advice is offered or implied, and no attorney-client relationship is intended or established. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required the services of a competent professional person should be sought. It is the responsibility of the employer and its employees to comply with all pertinent OSHA/safety rules and regulations in the jurisdiction in which they work.
Introduction
Falls are the leading cause of serious and fatal injuries in residential construction. The goals of this course are to help you:
understand how to correct or eliminate fall hazards on your job sites understand the OSHA fall protection requirements
Introduction, cont.
The course is based on the NAHB-OSHA Fall Protection Handbook and Fall Protection Video. Participants can use the information from this seminar to:
Implement a fall protection plan Provide training to employees
Course Objectives
1. Identify the importance of fall protection. 2. Recognize fall hazards that are common in residential construction. 3. Determine the appropriate fall protection system and method to use for a given hazard. 4. Identify OSHA fall protection requirements. 5. Identify safe work practices for framing operations, roofing operations, and other leading edge work activities. 6. Identify safe work practices for ladders and scaffolding.
Course Agenda
Section 1: Overview of Fall Protection Section 2: Fall Protection Systems Section 3: Framing Operations And Other Safe Work Practices Section 4: Roofing Operations Section 5: Ladder and Scaffold Safety
Section 1
From Roof
38
48
26%
From Ladder
14
29
107%
From Scaffold
Source: BLS CFOI Data/OSHA
15
16
7%
Citations
1374
501(b)(13) - M 100(a) - E
Scaffolds - Access
451(e)(1) - L 453(b)(2)(v) - L
980
Recent News
A wood-framing company based in Fort Worth, has been fined $118,000 by OSHA for failing to protect employees from falls. OSHA cites construction company for exposing workers to fall hazards at a Savannah, Ga., home building site. The agency is proposing penalties totaling $38,900.
Fatal Accidents
Accident #1 What are the fall hazards?
A worker was walking along a one-story pitched roof on a residential structure as he was installing flashing around PVC pipe roof vents. He was near the peak of the roof, when he fell through a fireplace chimney opening.
The worker fell at least 20 ft. (6.1 m) to the fireplace pit area and was killed. The roof hole had been covered with approximately 1 inch (3.8 cm) flat Styrofoam sheeting.
Two workers were installing new gutters on a house. One worker was using a 6 ft. (1.8 m) aluminum stepladder, and his coworker was on an extension ladder.
The worker on the stepladder lost his balance and fell from the ladder striking his head on a concrete walkway. He suffered a severe skull fracture and died.
A worker was installing exterior siding on a townhouse. The worker set up the base of the extension ladder on the first story roof. While he was working from the ladder, the ladder kicked out at the bottom; the worker fell approximately 22 ft. (6.7 m) and sustained fatal injuries.
Activity #1
OSHA Regulations Standards 29 C.F.R. 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction Subpart M, Appendix E Sample Fall
Protection Plan
Section 2
1) Guardrails
2) Covers
Guardrail Systems
Barrier built to OSHA specifications; constructed to prevent workers from falling to lower levels Protects against these hazards:
Window and Wall Openings Unprotected Sides and Edges Floor Holes
Midrail
21 in. (50 cm)
Toe Board
Minimum of 3-1/2 in. (4 in. nominal) (10.2 cm)
Weight Requirement
Must support at least 200 lbs. (90.9 kg) of force outward and downward along top edge
Top-rail @ 42
Mid-rail @ 21
Toeboard @ 3-1/2
A boot type system, shown here, will allow guardrails to be installed approximately 12 in (30.5 cm) from drywall placement.
Unprotected Sides/Edges
Completed decks Lofts Stair landings Ramps or runways Open-sided balconies and platforms
For all window openings, the sill height determines the need for a guardrail.
Less than 39
Toprail
36 in. (.9 m) above the tread vertically in line with the riser Install handrail 3 from wall
Midrail
Halfway between toprail and stair stringer
Toe Board
Minimum of 3 1/2 in. (4 in. nominal) (10.2 cm)
Weight Requirement
At least 200 lbs. (90.9 kg)
Install a toprail 36 in. (.9 m) high to allow one railing to serve as both a handrail and stair rail.
Hole Covers
Secured and marked cover which protects workers from tripping or stepping into or through a hole and keeps objects from falling through a hole Protects against falls through hazards in this category:
Floor Holes
Cover floor openings larger than 2 by 2 with material to safely support the working load.
Bright orange paint is a good way to make sure hazards are seen.
Components of a PFAS
OR
Anchor point Lifeline Rope grab Shock absorbing lanyard Full body harness
Anchor point Self-retractable lifeline In lieu of lifeline, rope grab, and shockabsorbing lanyard Full body harness
Using a PFAS
Read the manufacturers information on proper use, installation, inspection, and limitations of the equipment and accessories. Inspect the components for damage and excessive wear.
Dont use a PFAS that is damaged, worn, or has previously arrested a fall. These systems should be repaired and recertified by the manufacturer before reuse or reissue.
Hands On Demonstration
Activity #2
Section 3
Framing Operations
Floor Joist/Truss Installation Installation of Floor Sheathing Building and Erecting Exterior Walls Building and Installation of Balloon-Framed Walls Installation of Roof Trusses and Erecting Rafters Roof Sheathing Operations
Well look at each of these in detail.
Working in Attics
Avoid working above foyers and stairways when possible. Use multiple access ladders to reduce the amount of travel distance required in the attic/truss area. Consider establishing a platform from which to work.
Activity #3
Section 4
Roofing Operations
Roofing Operations
When installing shingles and other roofing material, use a PFAS. Check manufacturer instructions to determine exactly how and where to install anchor points. On most homes, multiple anchor points will be required to manage swing-fall hazards. It is also important to locate anchor points at a height that prevents striking a lower level should a fall occur.
Section 5
DUTY RATING Special Heavy Duty Extra Heavy Duty Heavy Duty Medium Duty Light Duty
LOAD 375 Lbs. 300 Lbs. 250 Lbs. 225 Lbs. 200 Lbs.
Select a ladder with the proper duty rating for your weight and the materials you are handling.
Think About It
What do these materials weigh: A sheet of plywood A tool box with tools A bundle of shingles A 3 x 4 window
Remember: Select a ladder with the proper duty rating for your weight AND the materials you are handling.
9' max. 9' to 13' 13' to 17' 17' to 21' 21' to 25' 25' to 28' 28' to 31'
Ladder heights are 9-11 ft. longer than the height to be reach to allow for the height/length lost when the ladder is positioned at an angle.
Choose a stepladder that is no more than 4 ft. shorter than the height you want to reach.
Ladder Labels
What type of information can be found on ladder labels?
Warnings Capacity Set-up
Placement Tips
Avoid setting up a ladder in high traffic areas or barricaded areas. Do not use metal or aluminum ladders near electrical lines.
Pitch Stepladders
Stepladders are designed for use in an opened-andlocked position. Do not use a stepladder that is folded or in a leaning position
Loose Soil
Firm Base
Do not overreach when working from the ladder. Do not stand on the top two rungs of a stepladder. Do not allow another person on a ladder at any given time, unless you are using a double-cleated ladder that is intended for two-way traffic.
Scaffolding
A safe alternative to using ladders is to use: Interior and Exterior Scaffolding Aerial Lifts ...if OSHA requirements and safety practices are followed.
Well look at each of these in detail.
Guardrail RequirementsScaffolds
Toprails Between 36 and 45 High Guardrails to 200 Lbs/Midrails to 75 Lbs Cross Bracing OK as Guardrail if Between 20 and 30 for Midrail 38 to 48 for Toprail Protect from Falling Objects
All Workers on Scaffolds MUST Wear Hard Hats
Scaffold Access
Ladders Needed if Access More Than 2 Dont Climb Cross Braces Place Ladders Securely
Aerial Lifts
Aerial lifts (e.g., JLG boom lift) or approved personnel lift baskets on rough terrain forklifts is a safe alternative to working from:
Ladders, or other types of scaffolding.
Activity #4