Residential Fall Prevention for Residential Construction Susan B

Residential Fall Prevention for Residential Construction Susan B. Harwood Grant Training Program Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 1

Disclaimer/Usage Notes • Photos shown in this presentation may depict situations that are not in compliance with applicable OSHA requirements. • It is not the intent of the content developers to provide compliancebased training in this presentation, the intent is more to address hazard awareness in the residential construction industry, and to recognize the overlapping hazards present in many construction workplaces. • It should NOT be assumed that the suggestions, comments, or recommendations contained herein constitute a thorough review of the applicable standards, nor should discussion of “issues” or “concerns” be construed as a prioritization of hazards or possible controls. Where opinions (“best practices”) have been expressed, it is important to remember that safety issues in general and construction jobsites specifically will require a great deal of site- or hazard-specificity – a “one size fits all” approach is not recommended, nor will it likely be very effective. Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 2

Disclaimer/Usage Notes • No representation is made as to the thoroughness of the presentation, nor to the exact methods of remediation to be taken. It is understood that site conditions vary constantly, and that the developers of this content cannot be held responsible for safety problems they did not address or could not anticipate, nor those which have been discussed herein or during physical presentation. It is the responsibility of the employer, its subcontractors, and its employees to comply with all pertinent rules and regulations in the jurisdiction in which they work. Copies of all OSHA regulations are available from your local OSHA office, and many pertinent regulations and supporting documents have been provided with this presentation in electronic or printed format. This presentation is intended to discuss Federal Regulations only - your individual State requirements may be more stringent. • It is assumed that individuals using this presentation or content to augment their training programs will be “qualified” to do so, and that said presenters will be otherwise prepared to answer questions, solve problems, and discuss issues with their audiences. Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 3

Disclaimer/Usage Notes • As a presenter, you should be prepared to discuss all of the potential issues/concerns, or problems inherent in those photos with the students Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 4

Hazard Recognition • Most of us recognize fall hazards • It is how to correct those hazards that’s difficult Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 5

Hazard Recognition • Using the following series of photograph’s – We will attempt to recognize hazards – And develop corrections to the hazards Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 6

Guardrails • Required where exposed to a 6 foot fall or more • Must be 39 to 45 inches tall • Must have a mid-rail • Must support a 200 pound load – Not strong enough to sit or lean on • Must be taller where employees use stilts or ladders Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 7

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 8

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 9

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 10

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 11

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 12

Toeboards • Must be provided when employees are in the area below Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 13

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 14

Stairrails and Handrails • • Must be provided before stairs are used Must be at 36 to 37 inches tall Guardrail will be higher Must include mid-rail or balusters Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 15

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 16

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 17

Working Outside of Walls • Employees leaning over walls must be protected • Employees working outside of walls must be protected also • Studs do not provide proper anchorage Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 18

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 19

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 20

Holes • Floor and deck holes must be protected – Hole covers – Guardrails – Put employees in Fall Protection • Hole covers must be labeled – “HOLE” or “COVER” – Distinctively painted or color coded Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 21

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 22

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 23

Material Deliveries • Employees receiving material must be protected – Guardrails – Fall Restraint – Fall Prevention Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 24

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 25

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 26

Fall Protection Plans • Difficult to follow • Difficult to enforce • Require specially trained employees and supervisors • Do little to keep employee from being hurt Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 27

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 28

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 29

Roofers • Roofers must be protected if over 6 feet • Roof pitch determines type of protection • Minimum protection could include – Guardrails – Slideguards – Lifeline Systems Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 30

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 31

Layout and Trusses • Walking the top plate is no longer acceptable – Work off of scaffolds or ladders – Provide Fall Protection for employees • Set first truss from scaffold/ladder • Set other trusses from area between erected trusses Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 32

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 33

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 34

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 35

Cornice • Employees installing cornice must be protected – Work from ladders, scaffolds or boom lifts – Wear fall protection or fall restraint Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 36

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 37

Ladders • Job built ladders must meet the ANSI A 10. 14 standard – Strength of materials, including no gun nails – Total length of ladder less than 20 feet – Top rungs left out to allow access to floor above Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 38

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 39

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 40

Walkways • Walkways must have guardrails before being used • If employees will be below, toeboards must be used Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 41

Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 42

Questions? • Answers to additional questions can be found in the following source materials – 29 CFR 1926 Construction Regulations – STD 3 -0. 1 A Fall Protection for Residential Construction – ANSI A 10. 14 Job Built Ladders for Construction Developed under an OSHA Susan B. Harwood Grant, #46 F 4 -HT 01, by the Associated Builders and Contractors-Central Texas Chapter 43