SafetyQuestion 1255 of 1605
For residential construction where conventional fall protection is infeasible or creates a greater hazard, what does OSHA require of the employer at heights of 6 feet or more?
a.No protection at all
b.Only a toolbox talk
c.A doubling of the crew size
d.A written, site-specific fall protection plan prepared by a qualified person
Explanation
1926.501(b)(13) allows alternative measures only when the employer demonstrates conventional protection is infeasible/greater hazard, and then requires a written, site-specific fall protection plan under 1926.502(k) prepared by a qualified person.
Law Reference: 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(13)Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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