Roof Top Fall Protection
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Anytime you and your workers are working on a roof you are at risk to fall from great heights so it s crucial to know what fall protection equipment is needed for the job.
Roof top fall protection. Rooftop fall protection design considerations. The mid rail must be rated at 150lbs. Regardless of location or mounting style the top rail must be rated to withstand a force of at least 200lbs. Fall protection systems provides a safety solution for all rooftop fall hazards including guardrails temporary or permanent anchorage points personal fall arrest systems and installed horizontal lifeline systems.
The vital importance of roof fall protection the rooftop work environment requires that special safety measures be taken to prevent a dangerous fall. For rooftop installations dfp can design and install a variety of non penetrating guardrail systems to prevent leaks. What heights for general or rooftop fall protection. General industry osha standards require all drops greater than 4 feet to be protected by a fall protection system.
Portable fall protection and temporary solutions are also available in multiple configurations to meet every requirement. Falls from height are a leading cause of death in the workplace.