Our specialists recommend opting for a freestanding solution for refurbishment projects, and in scenarios were a new roof may be required due to poor condition. Collapsible edge protection systems use innovative technology in ultra-strong hinged bracket components, which allow the system to easily fold down on itself when not in use.
As a freestanding system, there is also no need to penetrate your roof covering for this collective fall prevention measure. Our specialists recommend opting for a collapsible folding solution for visually sensitive buildings — including listed and historic sites.
Securing onto the coping stones of a wall or roof surface, fixed edge protection systems are always present with no activation required by personnel meaning they are safe at all times fixing methods can vary dependent on the condition of the substrate.
Our specialists recommend opting for a fixed solution if Work at Height or access through the roof space is a regular requirement. TIP: parapet walls should be no less than 1,mm in height as if any lower, they can present a fall risk for any personnel working on your roof. For free, no obligation advice on your Collective Edge Protection requirements, get in touch with our friendly specialists today! Edge Protection that collapses when not in use — perfect for listed and historic buildings due to its folding, freestanding configuration.
Using counterbalance design, its configuration provides the ability to protect personnel with no need to penetrate the roof surface. Request a Quote. You must ensure that: Fall hazards over 48 inches are addressed. The top rail is between 39 inches and 45 inches above the walking surface. The midrails are placed halfway between the top rail and the walking surface. The rail is able to withstand a lb force in a downward or outward direction.
Be smooth in texture to avoid injuries such as lacerations, cuts, or snagging of clothing. Railing Positioning OSHA provides a range for the railings to ensure your system is safe and compliant. Top rails must be 39 inches and 45 inches above the walking-working surface. Midrails are placed halfway between the top rail and ground. In-fill panels or midrails must be installed so that no opening is greater than 19 inches.
In-fill panels, such as mesh or screens, must extend from the walking surface to the top-rail and the entire opening between vertical rails. Toeboards must be 3. Toeboards must be solid and run the entire length where there's potential for objects to fall to the lower level. Browse Project Guide. OSHA deems any change in elevation of 48 inches or more to be a fall hazard requiring a form of fall protection in walking-working areas.
Protection can range anywhere from company policy and warning signs to railings systems. What are OSHA guardrail requirements? OSHA states that guardrail must reach a height of 42 inches, plus or minus 3 inches, above the walking-working surface and withstand a force of pounds at any point in a downward or outward direction. If the railing dips below 39 inches, due to the force, the railing is not OSHA compliant.
Parapets or railings that are preexisting are acceptable at a minimum of 36 inches under OSHA code 55 Federal Register , siting that replacing the parapet or railing would introduce unnecessary risk to the workers replacing it. In addition, if there is no parapet or wall that reaches 21 in. How much weight should safety railings support? Railings should be able to support a force of at least lb N in any direction, downward or outward, without failing, to be OSHA compliant according to code Per OSHA Anything after that date, 42 inches is the standard height that must be met and support a force of lb at any point in the railing.
To better understand this visually, lets take a look at the graphic below:. So whether there is a slope or a sudden drop, a guardrail shall be provided when the drop is more than 30 inches within 36 inches from the edge. When a guardrail is required per the above explanation, it must meet a minimum height requirement of no less than 36 inches for it to serve the purpose of minimizing a fall. The height is measured vertically above the walking surface or the line that connects the nosing of a set of stairs.
Since guards must also be provided at stairs that have a drop of more than 30 inches they are allowed to be at a height of no less than 34 inches when the guard does not act as a handrail. The height is measured vertically from the line connecting the nosing.
This is exception 1. As for guards along a set of stairs that serve as a handrail as well, they are allowed to be at a height of no less than 34 inches but no more than 38 inches. Guardrails do not have a height limitation, except for when they serve as a handrail in addition to a guardrail.
This is exception 2. One very Important thing to note here is to understand that these requirements are per the International Residential Code IRC however other state or local codes can differ which is why it is always best to get in contact with your local jurisdiction to understand which code is adopted.
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