{"id":822,"date":"2018-07-16T15:59:05","date_gmt":"2018-07-16T15:59:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/fishcampdc\/?p=822"},"modified":"2022-01-25T06:23:19","modified_gmt":"2022-01-25T06:23:19","slug":"fall-safety-ensuring-compliance-with-updated-osha-rules","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theloopdemo.com\/k2n\/fall-safety-ensuring-compliance-with-updated-osha-rules\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Safety: Ensuring Compliance with Updated OSHA Rules"},"content":{"rendered":"

Falls from heights and on a working surface are among the leading causes of serious work-related injuries and deaths. In recent years, OSHA has updated its rule on Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Fall Protection Systems (OSHA 1910.27(b)(1)(i) to better protect workers from these hazards\u2014clarifying standards and adding training and inspection requirements. This rule is closely tied to another OSHA regulation requiring that a leading edge 6 feet or more above a lower level be protected by guardrail systems, safety net systems or personal fall arrest systems.<\/strong><\/p>\n

To ensure worker safety and protect people and objects attached to the building from falling, both rules demand that anchorages and tie-backs be capable of supporting at least 5,000 pounds, in any direction, for each worker attached. In addition, building owners are required to identify, test, certify and maintain that each anchorage meets these requirements. Specific requirements include an annual visual inspection by a qualified professional and expert certification, as necessary, and at least every 10 years.<\/p>\n

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Tie-back anchor compromised by heavy load<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Take the Right Steps to\u00a0 Maintain Safety & Avoid Costly Fines<\/strong>
\nRemaining in compliance requires deep understanding of both OSHA regulations and complex structural support formulas. Marco Rodriguez, C.S.I., C.D.T, is a principal with K2N Crest who does a lot of work with building owners who want to ensure worker safety and avoid heavy fines for non-compliance.<\/p>\n

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Deformed tie-back anchor bending outward<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cSwing stages, bosun\u2019s chairs and window washing scaffolds are just some of the items needing support from building anchors and tie-backs,\u201d says Rodriguez. \u201cFor example, one window washer will need to be connected to two different tie-backs\u2014one to act as a lifeline and one to restrain their equipment. A swing stage will require 4-5 tie-backs\u2014one per motor at each end as well as one per each person occupying the stage at any one time.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here are the primary actions every building owner should take for fall protection:<\/p>\n