Fall-Protection Hold Point Before Duct Work at Height
Stop before starting elevated duct work until the approved access method, fall protection, tie-off plan, and rescue requirements are clear.
Stop if
- What is the approved access and fall-protection plan for this duct work, including tie-off and the area below?
Watch out
- Do not improvise an anchor, stand on duct or rails, climb outside a lift, or work beside an unprotected edge without the required controls.
Check
- Identify the work height and exposure
- Use the site-approved lift, scaffold, ladder, or platform
- Verify guardrails, gates, harness, anchor, and training requirements
- Control tools and material from falling
- Keep the work area below protected
Steps
- Identify the work height and exposure
- Use the site-approved lift, scaffold, ladder, or platform
- Verify guardrails, gates, harness, anchor, and training requirements
- Control tools and material from falling
- Keep the work area below protected
Say this to your foreman
What is the approved access and fall-protection plan for this duct work, including tie-off and the area below?
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