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# What are elements to consider when writing a fall protection plan? Develop the fall protection plan by involving those individuals with direct experience and whose work will be most impacted. This involvement will allow for input from supervisors and workers whose work involves fall hazards. Involve the joint health and safety committee or representative during the plan development as well. Fall arrest planning includes the steps necessary to prevent the worker from hitting the ground, material, equipment, or lower level of a structure. Determine the fall clearance distance below the work area to make sure that if a worker falls, they do not hit the ground. Workers may swing from side to side when they fall (called the pendulum effect), which also must be taken into consideration. A worker who has fallen and is hanging suspended will need to be rescued by others. A site-specific fall protection plan will incorporate many items, including: - site location (address, description, work area, tasks) - site-specific fall hazards (e.g., maximum height(s), roof slope if applicable, proximity to power lines, ground cover, etc.) - type of fall protection to be used, - protection to be used, including anchor points, and clearance requirements - procedures for fall protection equipment inspection, set-up, use, and removal - any other requirements before beginning work (e.g., presence of first aid or rescue personnel, other safety equipment, barricades, etc.) - rescue procedures - worker sign off ## Who has responsibilities for fall hazards? An employer must: - Develop written fall protection policy and procedures relevant for the workplace. - Identify all areas where there is a potential of injury due to fall. - Prioritize using passive fall arrest systems, such as guardrails, travel restraint, or fall- restricting systems over only relying on personal fall arrest systems. - Develop fall arrest rescue procedures which detail how to return workers safely to…

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# Subchapter 4. Construction Safety Orders (cont.) ## SUGGESTED SAFETY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTORS GENERAL (cont.) 5. Display safety posters and warning signs. A sign indicating how many consecutive accident-free days have passed is often worthwhile. 6. Consider the advisability of posting a list of all foremen who have kept their crews accident free for a certain period of time. 7. Consider the advisability of establishing various forms of safety competition, including suitable rewards or recognition to individuals and crews with good records. 8. Require foremen to give individual safety instructions and orders, as needed, to new workers and those found to be working unsafely. 9. Consider the advisability of having the foremen call short "toolbox" or "tail-gate" safety meetings with their crews about once a week on the job, to emphasize some particular safety problem that needs special attention. 10. Keep track of your safety record and keep everyone posted as to progress. A graph or chart, indicating gains - or losses, is good for this purpose. 11. Encourage safety suggestions from all workers and, if the suggestion cannot be followed promptly, explain why to the worker. 12. Consider the advisability of giving each worker a copy of certain important safety rules that they are expected to follow. 13. Arrange for frequent and regular field safety inspections. - Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code. - History 1. Amendment filed 4-3-85, effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 85, No. 14). 2. Change without regulatory effect deleting appendices' introduction and index and amending Plate A-1 filed 6- 14-93 pursuant to title 1, section 100, California Code of Regulations (Register 93, No. 25). ## PLATE A-2-a ## ADVANCE PLANNING SUGGESTED FOR CONSTRUCTION WORK Each operation of a construction job should be planned in advance. Such planning is needed at all stages of the project. It should start with the …

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# APPENDIX E SAMPLE FALL PROTECTION PLAN NON-MANDATORY GUIDELINES FOR COMPLYING WITH 1926.502(K) (cont.) ## I. Statement of Company Policy (cont.) Each employee must understand their value to the company; the costs of accidents, both monetary, physical, and emotional; the objective of the safety policy and procedures; the safety rules that apply to the safety policy and procedures; and what their individual role is in administering, implementing, monitoring, and compliance of their safety policy and procedures. This allows for a more personal approach to compliance through planning, training, understanding and cooperative effort, rather than by strict enforcement. If for any reason an unsafe act persists, strict enforcement will be implemented. It is the responsibility of (name of competent person) to implement this Fall Protection Plan. (Name of Competent Person) is responsible for continual observational safety checks of their work operations and to enforce the safety policy and procedures. The foreman also is responsible to correct any unsafe acts or conditions immediately. It is the responsibility of the employee to understand and adhere to the procedures of this plan and to follow the instructions of the foreman. It is also the responsibility of the employee to bring to management's attention any unsafe or hazardous conditions or acts that may cause injury to either themselves or any other employees. Any changes to this Fall Protection Plan must be approved by (name of Qualified Person). ## II. Fall Protection Systems to Be Used on This Project Where conventional fall protection is infeasible or creates a greater hazard at the leading edge and during initial connecting activity, we plan to do this work using a safety monitoring system and expose only a minimum number of employees for the time necessary to actually accomplish the job. The maximum number of workers to be monitored by one safety monitor is six (6). We are designating the following trained emp…

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# Fall Protection - Hierarchy of Control (cont.) ## How can work at heights be eliminated? (cont.) - Moving the item to a level that is not at a height (e.g., control panels) - Using robots, cameras, or drones for cleaning and inspection of equipment - Lowering the object to the ground (e.g., lights that can be lowered by a rope or chain) - Using a device that allows the material to be handled from a safe location (e.g, an extended pole to reach higher areas instead of using ladders when painting or changing light bulbs) ## What engineering controls can be used to reduce work at heights? Engineering controls are methods that are built into the design of a plant, equipment, materials, or other aspects of the physical work environment. For example, guardrails are stationary or fixed (permanent) systems used to protect workers. The system is an engineering control because it does not rely on the worker to be trained to use or wear a fall protection system. Other examples of engineering controls include: - Placing a cover over the hole - Fixed or suspended scaffolding - Mobile elevating work platforms ## What administrative controls can be used? Administrative controls can include workplace policies and rules that instruct workers in fall protection methods. Examples of administrative controls for fall protection include: - Workplace policies and procedures to manage work at heights, including safe work practices, emergency rescue procedures, weather monitoring, etc. - Warning lines - Train and supervise staff to not cross warning lines or enter unsafe zones. - Controlled access zones - Assembling components on the ground to minimize the time spent working at heights (e.g., assembling roof trusses on the ground before hoisting) What are examples of personal protective equipment? Fall Protection - Hierarchy of Control CCOHS

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# Subchapter 4. Construction Safety Orders (cont.) <table><tr><th>Chapter 9. Miscellaneous Safety Provisions</th><th>6700-6715</th></tr><tr><td>Part 3. Safety on Buildings</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 1. Buildings Under Construction or Repair</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Article</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1. Floors and Walls</td><td>7100-7150</td></tr><tr><td>2. Scaffolding</td><td>7150-7158</td></tr><tr><td>3. Construction Elevators</td><td>7200-7205</td></tr><tr><td>4. Structural Steel Framed Buildings</td><td>7250-7267</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 3. Safety Devices Upon Buildings to Safeguard</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Window Cleaners</td><td>7325-7332</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 5. Cranes</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Article</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>1. Permits for Tower Cranes</td><td>7370-7374</td></tr><tr><td>2. Certification</td><td>7375-7384</td></tr></table> Part 10. Use of Carcinogens <table><tr><th>Chapter 1. General Provisions and Definitions</th><th>9000-9009</th></tr><tr><td>Chapter 2. Exemptions</td><td>9015</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 3. Standards and Administration</td><td>9020-9022</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 4. Reporting</td><td>9030-9032</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 5. Medical Examination</td><td>9040</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 6. Inspections</td><td>9050-9052</td></tr><tr><td>Chapter 7. Penalties</td><td>9060-9061</td></tr></table> PLATE A-2 ## SUGGESTED SAFETY PROGRAM FOR CONTRACTORS GENERAL 1. Demonstrate your interest in safety by establishing a firm and positive accident prevention policy that includes the supplying of tangible items like hard hats, good ladders, first aid materials, and safety devices on equipment. 2. Provide that capable, responsible supervisors make regular inspections of all excavations, forms, scaffolds, stairs, ladders, structures, machinery, and equipment at frequent intervals; take immediate corrective measures to eliminate hazards directly under control of the employer, or report violations of Safety Orders and safe practices to …

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# Fall Protection - Hierarchy of Control (cont.) ## What administrative controls can be used? (cont.) Personal protective equipment includes various methods, including: - Travel Restraint: A travel restraint system restricts workers' movements in the fall hazard area by allowing them to reach the edge, but they cannot fall over the edge. Travel restraint is often used for leading-edge work that has an unprotected floor, roof, deck, or other walking or working surface. - Fall Arrest: The fall arrest system is designed to catch the worker in the event of a fall. If the fall arrest system is not appropriately planned, designed, and installed, the worker may be injured during the fall, including the potential to bottom out. - Safety nets: Safety nets are considered a passive fall protection system that can be installed as either a barrier to prevent a fall or beneath the work to catch a falling worker. Safety nets are designed to decrease the fall distance, absorb the energy of a fall, and reduce the likelihood or seriousness of an injury. Fact sheet first published: 2022-09-15 Fact sheet last revised: 2022-09-15 ## Disclaimer Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy, currency and completeness of the information, CCOHS does not guarantee, warrant, represent or undertake that the information provided is correct, accurate or current. CCOHS is not liable for any loss, claim, or demand arising directly or indirectly from any use or reliance upon the information. Fall Protection - Hierarchy of Control CCOHS

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# What are elements to consider when writing a fall protection plan? (cont.) ## Who has responsibilities for fall hazards? (cont.) - Educate and train workers and supervisors to understand and properly fulfill their role in fall protection and prevention. Workers should have easy access to policies and procedures so the directions can be reviewed when needed. - Make sure workers are instructed in all of the fall-protection methods or systems used and, in the post-fall rescue procedure before being allowed into an area where there is a risk of falling. - Make sure the fall-arresting system consists of the required components, including full body harness, self-retracting lanyard, energy absorbing lanyard or lanyard and energy absorber, and appropriate anchor point or horizontal life line. - Make sure all protective equipment, clothing or devices are provided, used, and maintained in good condition. - Make sure PPE is used effectively according to the policies and procedures, legal requirements, and the manufacturer's specifications. - Review and amend the fall protection plan when necessary, on a regular schedule. - Review and amend the fall protection plan after relevant workplace changes. - Review and improve the fall protection plan after each fall or near-miss incident. A supervisor must: - Make sure workers follow applicable legal requirements and the workplace policy and procedures regarding fall protection. - Inform workers about fall hazards and how to work safely at heights. - Make sure workers use and know how to wear the appropriate fall protection equipment. - Act on information provided by workers (e.g., safety concerns about the situation, when equipment is broken, defective, or missing, etc.). - Participate in fall protection planning where relevant and when requested. A worker must: worker must: - Alert the supervisor about previous unidentified fall hazards before beginning or continuing any work. - Participate in fall pr…

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# Fall Protection - Fall Protection Plan (General) (cont.) ## How do I know if my workplace should have a fall protection plan? Each workplace should seek the answers to the following questions: - How is working at heights defined in my jurisdiction? - Are workers working at heights? - Is a hazard assessment required (by law, other authority, or good practice)? - Are you required to have a fall protection plan? ## What are some areas to examine during a hazard assessment for fall protection? Look for all areas or situations where there is a risk of falling before any work begins. - Are there any areas where people may fall during tasks they are expected to do? Examples include: - from a height of 3 m (10 ft) or more - from heights less than 3 m (10 ft) where required (e.g., where there is an increased risk of injury) - into operating machinery - into water or other liquid - into or onto a hazardous substance or object - through an opening in a work surface - Are there controls in place to eliminate or reduce the likelihood of falls? - Are workers trained to recognize new or previously unrecognized fall hazards and report them immediately? - Do workers understand the protective measures taken to reduce falls (e.g., guardrails, safety nets, etc.)? - Is all equipment used by workers stable and in good repair, including guardrails, ladders and scaffolding? - Are floors in work areas in a clean and, so far as possible, dry condition? - Are workers educated and trained to understand how and when to use protective equipment safely? - Are the required personal protective equipment, available, maintained in good condition, and used as instructed? Fall Protection - Fall Protection Plan (General) CCOHS