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Safe Work Procedure: Working on the 25th Floor of a High-Rise

Document Number: [SWP-NUMBER] Revision Date: [DATE] Next Review Date: [NEXT REVIEW DATE] Department: [DEPARTMENT NAME]

1. Scope

This Safe Work Procedure (SWP) outlines the necessary safety requirements and procedures for all work activities conducted on the 25th floor of a high-rise building. It applies to all employees, contractors, and visitors involved in any construction, maintenance, inspection, or related tasks on this floor. This SWP aims to minimize potential hazards and ensure a safe working environment. It covers all aspects of work, including fall protection, falling object protection, hazard communication, and emergency procedures.

2. Definitions

Competent Person: A person who is qualified because of knowledge, training, and experience to organize the work and is familiar with the provisions of the applicable regulations, and has the knowledge and training to identify existing and predictable hazards and to take appropriate corrective measures [1].

Fall Protection System: Equipment or methods used to prevent workers from falling from heights, including guardrails, safety nets, personal fall arrest systems, and travel restraint systems 10, 12, 14.

Guardrail System: A barrier erected along an unprotected or exposed side, edge, or other area of a walking-working surface to prevent employees from falling to a lower level [2].

Personal Fall Arrest System: A system used to arrest an employee’s fall, consisting of an anchorage, connectors, a body harness, and may include a lanyard, deceleration device, lifeline, or suitable combinations of these 10, 12, 14.

Unprotected Sides and Edges: Any side or edge (except at entrances to points of access) of a walking/working surface, e.g., floor, roof, ramp, or runway where there is no wall or guardrail system at least 39 inches (1.0 m) high [3].

Walking/Working Surface: Any surface, whether horizontal or vertical on which an employee walks or works, including, but not limited to, floors, roofs, ramps, bridges, runways, formwork and concrete reinforcing steel but not including ladders, vehicles, or trailers, on which employees must be located in order to perform their job duties [3].

3. Responsibilities

3.1 Supervisors

Ensure that all workers are adequately trained and competent to perform their assigned tasks [1].
Conduct regular site inspections to identify and mitigate potential hazards [4].
Enforce the use of required PPE and safety equipment [4].
Provide pre-job briefings to discuss potential hazards and safety measures [1].
Ensure that all incidents and near misses are promptly reported and investigated [1].

3.2 Workers

Follow all safety procedures and instructions provided by the supervisor [1].
Use required PPE and safety equipment correctly and consistently [4].
Report any hazards, incidents, or near misses to the supervisor immediately [1].
Participate in pre-job briefings and training sessions [1].
Refrain from any unsafe acts that could endanger themselves or others [1].

3.3 Health and Safety Representative

Assist in the development and implementation of safety procedures and training programs [1].
Conduct regular audits of safety practices and provide recommendations for improvement [1].
Investigate incidents and near misses to identify root causes and prevent recurrence [1].
Serve as a liaison between workers and management on health and safety issues [1].

4. Potential Hazards and Risks

Hazard	Risk	Control Measures
Falls from height	Serious injury or death	Use guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems when working at heights of 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above lower levels 10, 12, 14. Ensure fall protection equipment is inspected before each use [4].
Falling objects	Injury to workers below	Use toeboards, screens, or guardrail systems to prevent objects from falling from higher levels 10, 15. Implement a barricade system to prevent unauthorized entry into areas where objects may fall [5].
Struck by moving equipment	Injury or death	Establish clear traffic routes and use spotters when operating heavy equipment. Ensure equipment operators are trained and competent [6].
Electrical hazards	Electrocution, burns	Identify and de-energize electrical sources before starting work. Use ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) when working with electrical tools [7].
Hazardous materials	Chemical burns, respiratory issues	Identify hazardous materials present on-site. Use appropriate PPE, such as respirators and gloves. Ensure proper ventilation and follow SDS guidelines [7].
Ergonomic hazards	Musculoskeletal disorders	Use proper lifting techniques and equipment. Take frequent breaks and rotate tasks to reduce strain [7].
Weather conditions	Slips, trips, and falls	Monitor weather conditions and postpone work during hazardous weather. Use non-slip footwear and clear walkways of snow and ice [8].

5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Proper PPE must be worn at all times while working on the 25th floor to minimize the risk of injury [4].

Hard hat - Protects the head from falling objects and impacts 10, 15.
Safety glasses - Protects the eyes from dust, debris, and chemical splashes [7].
High-visibility vest - Increases visibility to prevent struck-by incidents [7].
Safety boots - Provides foot protection from punctures, impacts, and slips [7].
Gloves - Protects hands from cuts, abrasions, and chemical exposure [7].
Fall Protection Harness - Full body harness that is part of a personal fall arrest system 10, 12, 14.

Inspect all PPE before each use to ensure it is in good condition and fits properly. Replace damaged or worn PPE immediately [4].

6. Equipment and Tools

Use the right tool for the job and ensure all equipment is in good working condition [1].

Hand tools - Use appropriate hand tools for the task, such as hammers, screwdrivers, and wrenches [9].
Power tools - Use power tools with proper guarding and safety features, such as drills, saws, and grinders [7].
Ladders - Use ladders that are in good condition and appropriate for the height of the work area 11, 19.
Scaffolds - Use scaffolds that are erected and maintained according to safety standards 9, 15, 18.
Hoists and lifting equipment - Use hoists and lifting equipment that are inspected and certified for the load being lifted 13, 20.

Inspect all equipment and tools before each use to ensure they are in good working condition. Remove any damaged or defective equipment from service [4].

7. Pre-Job Requirements

7.1 Training and Competency

All workers must have the required training and certifications to perform their assigned tasks safely [1].

Fall protection training for anyone working at heights 1, 3, 5.
Equipment-specific training for operating machinery and tools [1].
Hazard communication training for working with hazardous materials [7].
First aid and CPR certification [1].

7.2 Pre-Job Briefing

Conduct a pre-job briefing before starting any work activity to discuss potential hazards, safety procedures, and emergency plans [1].

The briefing should cover:

Task-specific hazards and control measures [1].
Proper use of PPE and safety equipment [4].
Emergency procedures and contact information [1].
Any changes to the work plan or site conditions [1].

7.3 Work Area Preparation

Prepare the work area to ensure a safe and organized environment [8].

Clear the area of any obstructions or tripping hazards [8].
Ensure adequate lighting and ventilation [8].
Establish barricades and warning signs to restrict access to hazardous areas [10].
Inspect walking/working surfaces to ensure they are stable and can support the intended load 17, 19.

8. Safe Work Procedure Steps

Step 1: Accessing the 25th Floor

Detailed description of step 1: Safely access the 25th floor using designated elevators or stairwells.

Sub-step 1.1: Use passenger elevators or designated construction elevators to access the 25th floor.
Sub-step 1.2: If using stairwells, ensure they are well-lit and free of obstructions. Use handrails for support [10].
Sub-step 1.3: Wear appropriate footwear to prevent slips and falls [8].

Safety considerations for this step: Ensure elevators are inspected and in good working condition. Stairwells should be regularly inspected for hazards [4].

Step 2: Fall Protection Measures

Detailed description of step 2: Implement appropriate fall protection measures based on the work being performed and the height of the work area.

Sub-step 2.1: For work at heights of 6 feet (1.8 m) or more, use guardrail systems, safety net systems, or personal fall arrest systems 10, 12, 14.
Sub-step 2.2: Inspect fall protection equipment before each use to ensure it is in good condition [4].
Sub-step 2.3: Ensure proper anchorage points are used for personal fall arrest systems [11].

Safety considerations for this step: Ensure workers are trained in the proper use of fall protection equipment. Regularly inspect fall protection systems for defects [4].

Step 3: Hazard Communication

Detailed description of step 3: Communicate potential hazards to all workers on the 25th floor.

Sub-step 3.1: Review safety data sheets (SDS) for any hazardous materials being used [7].
Sub-step 3.2: Post warning signs to alert workers to potential hazards, such as falling objects or electrical hazards [10].
Sub-step 3.3: Conduct regular safety meetings to discuss potential hazards and safety procedures [1].

Safety considerations for this step: Ensure all workers understand the hazards and how to protect themselves. Keep SDSs readily available [7].

9. Precautions and Safety Measures

Housekeeping: Keep the work area clean and free of debris to prevent slips, trips, and falls [8].
Weather Conditions: Monitor weather conditions and take appropriate precautions, such as postponing work during high winds or storms [8].
Equipment Safety: Inspect all equipment before use and remove any damaged or defective equipment from service [4].
Emergency Preparedness: Know the location of emergency exits, first aid kits, and fire extinguishers [1].
Communication: Maintain clear communication between workers and supervisors [12].

10. Emergency Procedures

10.1 General Emergency Response

In the event of an emergency, follow these general procedures:

Assess the situation and ensure your safety [1].
Activate the emergency alarm system [1].
Evacuate the area if necessary, following the designated evacuation routes [1].
Provide first aid to injured personnel, if trained to do so [1].
Contact emergency services and provide them with accurate information about the situation [1].

10.2 Specific Emergency Scenarios

Fire: Activate the fire alarm, evacuate the building, and contact the fire department [1].
Medical Emergency: Provide first aid and contact emergency medical services [1].
Fall from Height: Do not move the injured worker. Call for emergency assistance and provide first aid [1].

10.3 Emergency Contact Information

Emergency Services: 911
Site Supervisor: [PHONE NUMBER]
First Aid: [PHONE NUMBER]
Security: [PHONE NUMBER]

11. Incident Reporting and Investigation

Report all incidents, near-misses, and hazards to the supervisor immediately [1].

Complete an incident report form with all relevant details [1].
Cooperate with the investigation to determine the root cause of the incident [1].
Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence [1].

12. References and Related Documents

Occupational Health and Safety Regulations [1]
Fall Protection Plan [11]
Emergency Response Plan [1]

Approved by: [NAME AND POSITION] Date: [APPROVAL DATE]

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[1] Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)

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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ ## WAC 296-24-[redacted postal code] Definitions. As used in Part J of this chapter, the following definitions apply: Alternating tread-type stair . A type of stairway consisting of a series of treads that are usually attached to a center support in an alternating manner such that an employee typically does not have both feet on the same level while using the stairway. Dockboard . A portable or fixed device that spans a gap or compensates for a difference in elevation between a loading platform and a transport vehicle. Dockboards include, but are not limited to, bridge plates, dock plates, and dock levelers. Failure . A load refusal, breakage, or separation of component parts. A load refusal is the point at which the ultimate strength of a component or object is exceeded. Grab bar . An individual horizontal or vertical handhold installed to provide access above the height of the ladder. Guardrail system . A barrier erected along an unprotected or exposed side, edge, or other area of a walking-working surface to prevent employees from falling to a lower level. For dimension requirements (rail heights, etc.), see the unified fall protection rule (chapter 296-880 WAC). Handrail . Means a rail used to provide employees with a handhold for support. Lower level . A surface or area to which an employee could fall. Such surfaces or areas include, but are not limited to, ground levels, floors, roofs, ramps, runways, excavations, pits, tanks, materials, water, equipment, and similar surfaces and structures, or portions thereof. Maximum intended load . The total load (weight and force) of all employees, equipment, vehicles, tools, materials, and other loads the employer reasonably anticipates to be applied to a walking-working surface at any one time…

[2] HIOSH Construction Standards: Occupational Safety and Health (12-8-3)

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(including perimeter safety cable systems), personal fall arrest systems, positioning device systems, fall restraint systems, safety net systems, and other protection to be used; - (iii) The correct procedures for erecting, maintaining, disassembling, and inspecting the fall protection systems to be used; - (iv) The procedures to be followed to prevent falls to lower levels and through or into holes and openings in walking/working surfaces and walls; and - (v) The fall protection requirements of this chapter. - (C) Falling object or falling or flying load hazard training. The employer shall provide a training program for all employees exposed to falling object or falling or flying load hazards or both. The program shall include training and instruction in the following areas: - (i) How to recognize falling/flying objects hazards in the work area; - (ii) The consequences, including the likely injuries, from being hit or struck by falling/flying objects or loads; - (iii) What means, methods, or protective systems or combination will be used to provide protection from falling/flying objects or loads; - (iv) The employees' specific responsibilities with respect to identifying hazards, identifying when protective systems have been compromised, and what actions to

[3] Occupational Health and Safety Code

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## Part 9 Fall Protection ## Rescue personnel exemption 138 Rescue personnel involved in training or in providing emergency rescue services may use equipment, personal protective equipment and practices other than those specified in this Part. ## General protection 139 (1) An employer and a supervisor must ensure that a worker is protected from falling if a worker may fall, - (a) at a temporary or permanent work area, a vertical distance of 3 metres or more, - (b) at a temporary or permanent work area, a vertical distance of less than 3 metres if there is an unusual possibility of injury, - (c) at a temporary or permanent work area, into or onto a hazardous substance or object, or through an opening in a work surface, or - (d) at a permanent work area, a vertical distance of more than 1.2 metres and less than 3 metres. 139 (2) For the purposes of this section, there is an unusual possibility of injury if the injury may be worse than an injury from landing on a solid, flat surface. 139 (3) Subject to subsection (5), an employer must install a guardrail. 139 (4) Repealed. 139 (5) Subject to subsection (6), if the use of a guardrail is not reasonably practicable, an employer and a supervisor must ensure that a worker uses a travel restraint system that meets the requirements of this Part. 139 (6) Subject to subsection (7), if the use of a travel restraint system is not reasonably practicable, an employer and a supervisor must ensure that a worker uses a personal fall arrest system that meets the requirements of this Part. 139 (7) If the use of a personal fall arrest system is not reasonably practicable, an employer and a supervisor must ensure that a worker uses equally effective controls. 139 (8) A worker must use a fall protection system as required by this section. ## Fall protection plan 140 (1) An employer must develop procedures that comply with this Part in a fall protection plan for a work site if a worker at the work site may fall 3 metres or mor…

[4] General Regulation (N.B. Reg. 91-191)

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view annually or more frequently, if required by a change in work conditions or in the fall protection field, the training provided to employees concerning fall pro -tection to determine if retraining is necessary. 2010-159; 2022-27 ## Inspections of fall-protection system components - 50.4 (1) An owner of a place of employment, an em -ployer and a contractor shall each ensure that each com -ponent of a fall-protection system is inspected as follows to determine whether there are any defective or inade -quate components: - (a) visually by the employee before use during a shift; and - (b) by a competent person before initial use and pe -riodically as recommended by the manufacturer, in -staller or an engineer. - 50.4 (2) If the inspection reveals a defect or inade -quacy, no one shall use the fall-protection system and no owner of a place of employment, employer or contractor shall permit its use until the defect or inadequacy has been eliminated. - 50.4 (3) An owner of a place of employment, an em -ployer and a contractor shall each ensure that all compo -nents of a fall-protection system are compatible with one another, the work environment and the type of work be -ing done. 2010-159 ## Inspections of personal fall-protection system components 50.5 (1) An employer and an employee shall each en -sure that each component of a personal fall-protection system is inspected as follows to determine whether there are any defective or inadequate components: - (a) by the employee prior to each use; and - (b) periodically as recommended by the manufac -turer's specifications. 50.5 (2) If the inspection reveals a defect or inade -quacy, no one shall use the personal fall-protection sys - revoie chaque année la formation quant à la prévention des chutes ou plus fréquemment si un changement des conditions de travail ou en matière de protection contre les chutes le justifie afin de déte…

[5] Safety Standards for General Safety and Health Standards (Chaper 296-24 WAC)

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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Ship stair (ship ladder) . A stairway that is equipped with treads, stair rails, and open risers, and has a slope that is between 50 and 70 degrees from the horizontal. Spiral stairs . A series of treads attached to a vertical pole in a winding fashion, usually within a cylindrical space. Stair platform . An extended step or landing breaking a continuous run of stairs. Stair rail or stair rail system . A barrier erected along the exposed or open side of stairways to prevent employees from falling to a lower level. Stairway (stairs) . Risers and treads that connect one level with another, and includes any landings and platforms in between those levels. Stairways include standard, spiral, alternating tread-type, and ship stairs. Standard stairs . A fixed or permanently installed stairway. Ship, spiral, and alternating treadtype stairs are not considered standard stairs. Tread . A horizontal member of a stair or stairway, but does not include landings or platforms. Unprotected sides and edges . Mean any side or edge of a walking-working surface (except at entrances and other points of access) where there is no wall, guardrail system, or stair rail system to protect an employee from falling to a lower level. For requirements relating to unprotected sides and edges, see the unified fall protection rule (chapter 296-880 WAC). Walking-working surface . Any surface, whether horizontal or vertical on which an employee walks, works, or gains access to a work area or workplace location. Walking-working surfaces include, but are not limited to, floors, the ground, roofs, ramps, bridges, runways, stairs, dockboards, formwork and concrete reinforcing steel. [Statutory Authority: RCW 49.17.010, .040, .050, and .060. 20-12-091 (Order 19-05) § 296-24-[r…

[6] General Regulation (N.B. Reg. 91-191)

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- (a) possible hazardous situations, including a de -scription of the hazards and the possible effects on the health or safety of employees; - (b) the identification of employees at risk; - (c) the location where the code of practice might ap -ply; - (d) the methods and equipment to be used including inspections procedures; - (e) the procedures and equipment which might be required in the event of an emergency; - (f) the times, days, or events during which the code of practice might be applicable; - (g) the identification of training needs; - (h) the identification of the person responsible for implementing the code of practice; and - (i) the name of the safety monitor, if applicable, and the training the safety monitor has received. 2010-159; 2022-27; 2024-38 ## Training 50.3 (1) An employer shall ensure that a competent person trains an employee in the use, maintenance and inspection of a fall-protection system for the task being performed unless the fall-protection system is a guard -rail. - 50.3 (2) The employer shall ensure that the competent person referred to in subsection (1), who provides the training, prepares a written training record which shall include the following information: - (a) the name of the employee who received the training; - (b) the date on which the training took place; and - (c) the name of the competent person and the name of the agency if any. - 50.3 (3) The training record for each employee shall be made available to an officer upon request. - 50.3 (4) An employer shall, in consultation with the committee or health and safety representative, if any, re - - a) les situations dangereuses possibles, leur descrip -tion et leurs effets possibles sur la santé ou la sécurité des salariés; - b) une indication concernant les salariés à risque; - c) l'endroit où le code peut s'appliquer; - d) les méthodes et l'équipement à utiliser, y compris la procédure d'inspection; - e) la…

[7] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 (Sask. Reg. 10/2020)

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S-15.1 REG 10 ## OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY, 2020 - (2) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that every area where a worker could be struck by a falling object is clearly marked by barriers, notices, warning lights or other warning devices. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s9-8. ## Protection from objects falling from scaffolds, etc. - 9-9 (1) If a suspended scaffold, suspended powered scaffold or load-carrying unit is suspended from or attached to a structure, an employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that wire mesh, or other material equally effective to prevent objects from falling from the working surface, is installed from the working surface to a height of at least 900 millimetres on all sides except the side adjacent to the structure. - (2) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that wire mesh is installed from the working surface of a platform to a height of 2 metres on all sides of: - (a) a tower hoist as defined in section 13-1; - (b) a building shaft hoist; and - (c) a hoist cage in an excavated shaft. - (3) If it is necessary to hoist or lower materials that are of such a nature that the sides of a cantilever hoist platform or skip cannot be equipped as required by subsection (1), an employer, contractor or owner shall provide another equally effective means for the protection of workers against falling materials. - (4) If it is necessary for workers to pass through a safeguard required by this section, an employer, contractor or owner shall install a gate that is equally effective to prevent objects from falling from the working surface and shall ensure that the gate is kept closed except when the gate is in use. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s9-9. ## Handrails - 9-10 (1) An employer, contractor or owner shall ensure that a stairway with 5 or more treads: - (a) is equipped with a handrail that: - (i) extends the entire length of the stairway; - (ii) is adequately secured to the structure; - (iii) is installed on …

[8] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)

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Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Oregon Administrative Rules AO 1-2019 ## (c) The operator's reception of signals must be by a hands-free system. Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) and 656.726(4). Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 through 654.295. Hist: OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-2011, f. 2/9/11, ef. 2/9/11. ## 1926.1421 Signals - voice signals - additional requirements - (a) Prior to beginning operations, the operator, signal person and lift director (if there is one), must contact each other and agree on the voice signals that will be used. Once the voice signals are agreed upon, these workers need not meet again to discuss voice signals unless another worker is added or substituted, there is confusion about the voice signals, or a voice signal is to be changed. - (b) Each voice signal must contain the following three elements, given in the following order: function (such as hoist, boom, etc.), direction; distance and/or speed; function, stop command. - (c) The operator, signal person and lift director (if there is one), must be able to effectively communicate in the language used. Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) and 656.726(4). Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 through 654.295. Hist: OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-2011, f. 2/9/11, ef. 2/9/11. ## 1926.1422 Signals - hand signal chart Hand signal charts must be either posted on the equipment or conspicuously posted in the vicinity of the hoisting operations. Stat. Auth.: ORS 654.025(2) and 656.726(4). Stats. Implemented: ORS 654.001 through 654.295. Hist: OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-2011, f. 2/9/11, ef. 2/9/11. ## 1926.1423 Fall protection ## (a) Application. - (1) Paragraphs (b), (c)(3), (e) and (f) of this section apply to all equipment covered by this subpart except tower cranes. - (2) Paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (d), (g), (j) and (k) of this section apply to all equipment covered by this subpart. - (3) Paragraphs (c)(4) and (h) of this section apply only to tower cranes. Division 3

[9] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA)

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## 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA) - (iv) When midrails are used, they shall be installed at a height approximately midway between the top edge of the guardrail system and the platform surface. - (v) When screens and mesh are used, they shall extend from the top edge of the guardrail system to the scaffold platform, and along the entire opening between the supports. - (vi) When intermediate members (such as balusters or additional rails) are used, they shall not be more than 19 inches (48 cm) apart. - (vii) Each toprail or equivalent member of a guardrail system shall be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force applied in any downward or horizontal direction at any point along its top edge of at least 100 pounds (445 n) for guardrail systems installed on single-point adjustable suspension scaffolds or two-point adjustable suspension scaffolds, and at least 200 pounds (890 n) for guardrail systems installed on all other scaffolds. - (viii) When the loads specified in paragraph (g)(4)(vii) of this section are applied in a downward direction, the top edge shall not drop below the height above the platform surface that is prescribed in paragraph (g)(4)(ii) of this section. - (ix) Midrails, screens, mesh, intermediate vertical members, solid panels, and equivalent structural members of a guardrail system shall be capable of withstanding, without failure, a force applied in any downward or horizontal direction at any point along the midrail or other member of at least 75 pounds (333 n) for guardrail systems with a minimum 100 pound toprail capacity, and at least 150 pounds (666 n) for guardrail systems with a minimum 200 pound toprail capacity. - (x) Suspension scaffold hoists and non-walk-through stirrups may be used as end guardrails, if the space between the hoist or stirrup and the side guardrail or structure does not allow passage of an employee to the end of the scaffold. - (xi) Guardrails shall be surfaced to prevent injury to an employee from punctures or lacerations…

[10] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA)

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## 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA) Toeboard means a low protective barrier that will prevent the fall of materials and equipment to lower levels and provide protection from falls for personnel. Unprotected sides and edges means any side or edge (except at entrances to points of access) of a walking/working surface, e.g., floor, roof, ramp, or runway where there is no wall or guardrail system at least 39 inches (1.0 m) high. Walking/working surface means any surface, whether horizontal or vertical on which an employee walks or works, including, but not limited to, floors, roofs, ramps, bridges, runways, formwork and concrete reinforcing steel but not including ladders, vehicles, or trailers, on which employees must be located in order to perform their job duties. Warning line system means a barrier erected on a roof to warn employees that they are approaching an unprotected roof side or edge, and which designates an area in which roofing work may take place without the use of guardrail, body belt, or safety net systems to protect employees in the area. Work area means that portion of a walking/working surface where job duties are being performed. [59 FR [redacted postal code], Aug. 9, 1994, as amended at 60 FR [redacted postal code], Aug. 2, 1995; 66 FR 5265, Jan. 18, 2001; 75 FR [redacted postal code], Aug. 9, 2010; 79 FR [redacted postal code], Apr. 11, 2014] ## §1926.501 Duty to have fall protection. - (a) General. (1) This section sets forth requirements for employers to provide fall protection systems. All fall protection required by this section shall conform to the criteria set forth in §1926.502 of this subpart. - (2) The employer shall determine if the walking/working surfaces on which its employees are to work have the strength and structural integrity to support employees safely. Employees shall be allowed to work on those surfaces only when the surfaces have the requisite strength and structural integrity. - (b)(1) Unprotected sides and edges. Each employee …

[11] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA)

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## 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA) walking/working surface, shall be protected from falling by the use of a guardrail system, a safety net system, or a personal fall arrest system. - (15) Walking/working surfaces not otherwise addressed. Except as provided in §1926.500(a)(2) or in §1926.501 (b)(1) through (b)(14), each employee on a walking/working surface 6 feet (1.8 m) or more above lower levels shall be protected from falling by a guardrail system, safety net system, or personal fall arrest system. - (c) Protection from falling objects. When an employee is exposed to falling objects, the employer shall have each employee wear a hard hat and shall implement one of the following measures: - (1) Erect toeboards, screens, or guardrail systems to prevent objects from falling from higher levels; or, - (2) Erect a canopy structure and keep potential fall objects far enough from the edge of the higher level so that those objects would not go over the edge if they were accidentally displaced; or, - (3) Barricade the area to which objects could fall, prohibit employees from entering the barricaded area, and keep objects that may fall far enough away from the edge of a higher level so that those objects would not go over the edge if they were accidentally displaced.

[12] Rules for the Administration of the Oregon Safe Employment Act (Construction, Division 3, OSHA Oregon)

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## DEMOLITION OR-OSHA Admin. Order 4-1994, f. 8/4/94, ef. 8/4/94 (HazCom). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1994, f. 9/30/94, ef. 9/30/94. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-1995, f. 1/19/95, ef. 1/19/95 (DOT markings, placards & labels). - OR-OSHA Admin. Order 3-1995, f. 2/22/95, ef. 2/22/95 (Haz Waste). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 4-1995, f. 3/29/95, ef. 3/29/95 (Asbestos). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 5-1995, f. 4/6/95, ef. 4/6/95 (HazCom). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1995, f. 4/18/95, ef. 6/1/95 (Fall Protection). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 8-1995, f. 8/25/95, ef. 8/25/95 (Asbestos). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 5-1996, f. 11/29/96, ef. 11/29/96. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1996, f. 11/29/96, ef. 11/29/96. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 2-1997, f. 3/12/97, ef. 3/12/97. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 4-1997, f. 4/2/97, ef. 4/2/97. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1997, f. 5/2/97, ef. 5/2/97. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 7-1997, f. 9/15/97, ef. 9/15/97 (Fall Protection). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 8-1997, f. 11/14/97, e. 11/14/97 (Methylene Chloride). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-1998, f. 2/13/98, e. 2/13/98 (Methylene Chloride). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 3-1998, f. 7/7/98, ef. 7/7/98 (Respiratory Protection). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1998, f. 10/15/98, ef. 10/15/98 (Slings 3/H). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 7-1998, f. 12/28/98, ef. 12/28/98 (Asbestos). - OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-1999, f. 3/22/99, e. 3/22/99 (Methylene Chloride). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 4-1999, f. 4/30/99, ef. 4/30/99. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-1999, f. 5/26/99, ef. 5/26/99. OR-OSHA Admin. Order 3-2000, f. 2/8/00, ef. 2/8/00. - OR-OSHA Admin. Order 3-2001, f. 2/5/01, ef. 2/5/01 (Fall Protection/Oregon Exceptions). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 3-2002, f. 4/15/02, ef. 4/18/02 (Steel Erection). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 5-2002, f. 6/28/02, ef. 10/1/03 (GFCI 3/K). - OR-OSHA Admin. Order 6-2002, f. 7/19/02, ef. 7/19/02 (Fall Protection/Steel Erection). - OR-OSHA Admin. Order 1-2003, f. 1/30/03, ef. 4/30/03 (3/Q Masonry Wall Bracing). OR-OSHA Admin. Order 2-2003, f. 1/30/03, ef. 1/30/03 (3/G). OR-OSHA Admin. Order …

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Original answer: May 21, 2025

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Safe Work Procedure: Working on the 25th Floor of a High-Rise

1. Scope

2. Definitions

3. Responsibilities

3.1 Supervisors

3.2 Workers

3.3 Health and Safety Representative

4. Potential Hazards and Risks

5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

6. Equipment and Tools

7. Pre-Job Requirements

7.1 Training and Competency

7.2 Pre-Job Briefing

7.3 Work Area Preparation

8. Safe Work Procedure Steps

Step 1: Accessing the 25th Floor

Step 2: Fall Protection Measures

Step 3: Hazard Communication

9. Precautions and Safety Measures

10. Emergency Procedures

10.1 General Emergency Response

10.2 Specific Emergency Scenarios

10.3 Emergency Contact Information

11. Incident Reporting and Investigation

12. References and Related Documents

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