Create a detailed Fall protection plan for working at heights on scaffolding.
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Published by SALUSSafe Work Procedure: Fall Protection Plan for Working at Heights on Scaffolding
Document Number: [SWP-NUMBER] Revision Date: [DATE] Next Review Date: [NEXT REVIEW DATE] Department: [DEPARTMENT NAME]
1. Scope
This procedure covers the fall protection requirements for workers operating on scaffolding at heights of 3 meters or more. It applies to all types of scaffolding used in construction and maintenance activities where fall hazards are present.
This procedure is applicable in environments where workers are exposed to fall hazards and are not protected by guardrails or similar barriers. It should be used in conjunction with other safety procedures and regulations, including the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations and OSHA standards.
2. Definitions
Fall Protection System A system designed to protect workers from falling from heights, including guardrails, safety nets, and personal fall arrest systems.
Personal Fall Arrest System A system used to arrest a worker in a fall from a working level, consisting of an anchorage, connectors, and a body harness.
Guardrail System A barrier erected to prevent workers from falling to lower levels.
3. Responsibilities
3.1 Supervisors
- Ensure that all workers are trained in fall protection procedures.
- Conduct regular inspections of scaffolding and fall protection equipment.
- Enforce compliance with fall protection requirements.
3.2 Workers
- Use fall protection systems as required.
- Attend all required training sessions.
- Report any unsafe conditions or equipment to supervisors immediately.
3.3 Health and Safety Representative
- Assist in the development and review of fall protection plans.
- Monitor compliance with fall protection procedures.
4. Potential Hazards and Risks
| Hazard | Risk | Control Measures |
|---|---|---|
| Falling from height | Serious injury or death | Use of personal fall arrest systems and guardrails [1] |
| Scaffold collapse | Injury from falling | Regular inspection and maintenance of scaffolding [2] |
| Falling objects | Injury to workers below | Use of toeboards and debris nets [3] |
5. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Proper PPE is essential for safety when working at heights.
- Full Body Harness - Must be worn at all times when working on scaffolding.
- Shock Absorbing Lanyard - Connects the harness to the anchorage point.
- Hard Hat - Protects against falling objects.
- Safety Boots - Provides stability and protection for feet.
- Gloves - Protect hands from cuts and abrasions.
Inspect PPE before each use and maintain according to manufacturer instructions.
6. Equipment and Tools
Proper equipment and tools are crucial for safe scaffolding operations.
- Scaffolding - Must be erected and maintained according to manufacturer specifications.
- Anchorage Points - Must support at least 5,000 pounds per worker attached [4].
- Lifelines - Must be compatible with the rope grab and inspected regularly.
- Guardrails - Installed on all open sides of scaffolding.
- Debris Nets - Used to catch falling objects.
Inspect all equipment before use and maintain according to manufacturer instructions.
7. Pre-Job Requirements
7.1 Training and Competency
Workers must complete fall protection training and demonstrate competency in using fall protection systems.
7.2 Pre-Job Briefing
Conduct a briefing to review the fall protection plan, identify hazards, and discuss emergency procedures.
7.3 Work Area Preparation
Ensure the work area is clear of debris and that scaffolding is stable and secure.
8. Safe Work Procedure Steps
Step 1: Erect Scaffolding
- Follow manufacturer instructions for assembly.
- Ensure scaffolding is level and stable.
- Install guardrails and toeboards.
Step 2: Inspect Fall Protection Equipment
- Check harnesses, lanyards, and lifelines for damage.
- Ensure anchorage points are secure.
Step 3: Use Fall Protection Systems
- Attach harness to lifeline before accessing scaffolding.
- Maintain three points of contact when climbing.
9. Precautions and Safety Measures
- Inspect Equipment - Regularly check all fall protection equipment for wear and damage.
- Secure Tools - Use tool lanyards to prevent dropping tools.
- Weather Conditions - Do not work on scaffolding during high winds or storms.
- Communication - Maintain clear communication with team members.
- Emergency Access - Ensure clear access to emergency exits.
10. Emergency Procedures
10.1 General Emergency Response
- Evacuate the area if a fall occurs.
- Administer first aid and call emergency services.
10.2 Specific Emergency Scenarios
- Fall Arrest - Use rescue plan to safely lower the worker.
- Scaffold Collapse - Evacuate and secure the area.
10.3 Emergency Contact Information
[List of emergency contacts and their phone numbers]
11. Incident Reporting and Investigation
Report all incidents and near-misses to supervisors immediately. Conduct a thorough investigation to identify causes and prevent recurrence.
12. References and Related Documents
- Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020
- OSHA Safety and Health Regulations for Construction
- SAIA Code of Safe Practices for Adjustable Suspended Scaffolds
Approved by: [NAME AND POSITION] Date: [APPROVAL DATE]
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[1] 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…
[2] SAIA: Code of Safe Practices for Adjustable Suspended Scaffolds
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<!-- image --> - 4. ASSURE THAT THE WIRE ROPE IS LONG ENOUGH to reach to the lowest possible landing. - 5. CLEAN AND LUBRICATE WIRE ROPE in accordance with the wire rope manufacturer's instru ctions. - 6. INSPECT WIRE ROPE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS. DO NOT USE WIRE ROPE THAT IS KINKED, BIRDCAGED, CORRODED, UNDERSIZED, OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY. Do not expose wire rope to fire, undue heat, corrosive atmosphere, electricity, chemicals, or damage. - 7. WIRE ROPES USED WITH TRACTION HOISTS MUST HAVE PREPARED ENDS. Follow hoist manufacturer's recommendations. - 8. USE THIMBLES AT ALL WIRE ROPE SUSPENSION TERMINATIONS. - 9. USE J-BOLT WIRE ROPE CLAMPS OR SWEDGE FITTINGS. DO NOT USE U-BOLT CLAMPS. - 10. TIGHTEN THE JBOLT WIRE ROPE CLAMPS in accordance with the manufacturer's instruct ions. ## C. POWER SUPPLY FOR MOTORIZED EQUIPMENT: - 1. USE PROPERLY GROUNDED ELECTRICAL POWER CORDS. Protect them with circuit breakers. - 2. USE POWER CORDS AND AIR HOSES OF THE PROPER SIZE THAT ARE LONG ENOUGH for the application. - 3. POWER CORD and AIR HOSE CONNECTIONS MUST BE RESTRAINED to prevent separation. - 4. USE STRAIN RELIEF DEVICES TO ATTACH POWER CORDS AND AIR SUPPLY HOSES TO THE - PLATFORM, to prevent them from separation. - 5. PROTECT POWER CORDS AND AIR HOSES FROM SHARP EDGES. - 6. USE GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER (GFCI) WITH POWER TOOLS. ## D. FALL ARREST EQUIPMENT: - 1. EACH PERSON ON AN ADJUSTABLE SUSPENDED SCAFFOLD must be attached to an independent fall arrest system. - 2. EACH VERTICAL LIFELINE SHALL BE ATTACHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS to a separate anchorage capable of supporting a minimum of 5000 pounds (2267 - kg) or an anchorage designed by a qualified person. - 3. DO NOT WRAP LIFELINES AROUND STRUCTURAL MEMBERS unless lifelines are protected and a suitable anchorage connection is used. - 4. PROTECT LIFELINES AT SHARP CORNERS AND EDGES to prevent chafing. - 5. RIG FALL ARREST SYSTEMS to minimize free fall. - 6. INS…
[3] Safety and Health Regulations for Construction (OSHA)
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## 29 CFR 1926 (OSHA) - (iii) Each hoist shall be covered with insulated protective covers; - (iv) In addition to a work lead attachment required by the welding process, a grounding conductor shall be connected from the scaffold to the structure. The size of this conductor shall be at least the size of the welding process work lead, and this conductor shall not be in series with the welding process or the work piece; - (v) If the scaffold grounding lead is disconnected at any time, the welding machine shall be shut off; and - (vi) An active welding rod or uninsulated welding lead shall not be allowed to contact the scaffold or its suspension system. - (g) Fall protection. (1) Each employee on a scaffold more than 10 feet (3.1 m) above a lower level shall be protected from falling to that lower level. Paragraphs (g)(1) (i) through (vii) of this section establish the types of fall protection to be provided to the employees on each type of scaffold. Paragraph (g)(2) of this section addresses fall protection for scaffold erectors and dismantlers. NOTE TO PARAGRAPH (G)(1): The fall protection requirements for employees installing suspension scaffold support systems on floors, roofs, and other elevated surfaces are set forth in subpart M of this part. - (i) Each employee on a boatswains' chair, catenary scaffold, float scaffold, needle beam scaffold, or ladder jack scaffold shall be protected by a personal fall arrest system; - (ii) Each employee on a single-point or two-point adjustable suspension scaffold shall be protected by both a personal fall arrest system and guardrail system; - (iii) Each employee on a crawling board (chicken ladder) shall be protected by a personal fall arrest system, a guardrail system (with minimum 200 pound toprail capacity), or by a three-fourth inch (1.9 cm) diameter grabline or equivalent handhold securely fastened beside each crawling board; - (iv) Each employee on a self-contained adjustable scaffold shall be protected by a guardrail …
[4] Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 (Sask. Reg. 10/2020)
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## OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY, 2020 - (2) An employer or contractor shall ensure that workers use a fall protection system at a temporary or permanent work area if: - (a) a worker may fall 3 metres or more; or - (b) there is a possibility of injury if a worker falls less than 3 metres. - (3) An employer or contractor shall ensure that a worker at a permanent work area is protected from falling by a guardrail or similar barrier if the worker may fall a vertical distance of more than 1.2 metres and less than 3 metres. - (4) Notwithstanding subsection (3), if the use of a guardrail or similar barrier is not reasonably practicable, an employer or contractor shall ensure that a worker uses a travel restraint system. - (5) Notwithstanding subsection (4), if the use of a travel restraint system is not reasonably practicable, an employer or contractor shall ensure that a safety net or control zone or other equally effective means that protects the worker from falling is used. - (6) Subsection (2) does not apply to competent workers who are engaged in: - (a) connecting the structural members of a skeletal steel structure or a pre-cast structure; - (b) connecting the support structure of a scaffold; - (c) stabilizing or securing the load on a truck or trailer; - (d) installing or attaching a fall protection system to the anchor point; - (e) removing or disassembling the associated parts of a fall protection system when it is no longer required; or - (f) activities within the normal course of business on a permanent loading dock that is not greater than 1.2 metres in height. 31 Dec 2020 c S-15.1 Reg 10 s9-2. ## Fall protection plan - 9-3 (1) An employer or contractor shall develop a written fall protection plan if: - (a) a worker may fall 3 metres or more; and - (b) workers are not protected by a guardrail or similar barrier. - (2) The fall protection plan required by subsection (1) must describe: - (a) the fall hazards at the worksite; - (b) the fall protect…
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