SafetyQuestion 384 of 690

On a construction site, a floor or roof opening through which a person could fall must be:

a.Marked only with spray paint
b.Covered with a secured cover able to support the loads placed on it, or guarded with railings
c.Left open if work is in progress nearby
d.Reported to the CSLB before being covered

Explanation

Cal/OSHA requires floor, roof, and skylight openings to be protected by covers capable of supporting the intended loads and secured against displacement, or by guardrails, to prevent fall-through injuries.

Law Reference: 8 CCR §1599

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