Flat Roof Edge Protection

Osha defines what fall protection is required based on how close employees are to the edge of the roof.

Flat roof edge protection.

The answer is it doesn t matter how far from the edge. Less than 6 feet from the roof edge. No anchoring to the building. Employers are to ensure that each employee is protected from falling by using fall protection systems such as guardrails safety net system fall restraint or fall arrest systems.

Employees or contractors engaged in temporary or infrequent work within 6 to 10 of an unprotected leading roof edge must have proper fall protection. Put the smart system together using just three parts. The right safety device for working on your flat roof or roof based installations. System consists of a roof beam guardrail brace and counterweight.

This system is infinitely expandable. With the altrex roof edge protection you are guaranteed the necessary safety. Can be erected by 1 person without tools. Always follow a safe.

With the updates to the osha 1910 standard for fall protection in 2017 there is much more clarity on what protection from falls employers are required to provide on the roofs of their building and facilities. This is made even easier by a easy to use claw mechanism. Working on a flat roof. In construction activities fall protection is required when working at heights greater than 6 feet with some exceptions.

If there is a fall risk it needs to be addressed. Falls from flat roof edges can be prevented by simple edge protection arrangements a secure double guardrail and toeboard around the edge.