Osha Standards For Roof Hatches And Head Clearance

Osha safety standards especially for roof fall protection can be a source of confusion for many industrial companies.

Osha standards for roof hatches and head clearance.

1910 23 open roof hatches should be protected. Low slope roof 4 12 slope or less 29 cfr 1926 501 b 10. Two osha standards can apply 29 cfr 1910 which governs general industry safety standards and 29 cfr 1926 which governs construction sites specifically the osha general industry standards exclude construction as well as agriculture and marine industries which. Know the pitch of the roof and follow the appropriate standard.

Steep roof above 4 12 slope 29 cfr 1926 501 b 11. Grab bars not required at hatch exits. These letters provide guidance to clarify the application of an established osha standard policy or procedure but they may not in themselves establish or revise osha policy or procedure or interpret the osh act. Employers must provide the right equipment employers must provide fall protection and the right equipment for the.