How do I safely rig ductwork while standing on a leading edge (harnessed in)?
Leading-edge rigging requires a site-specific fall-protection and lift plan. Do not position yourself at an open edge to catch or guide a suspended duct section.
['Leading-edge rigging requires a site-specific fall-protection and lift plan, approved anchor points, controlled access, rated rigging, and a clear communication and tag-line plan.', 'Do not position yourself at an open edge to catch or guide a suspended duct section. Stop until the competent person and foreman have reviewed the setup and assigned each worker a safe position.']
Use this as training guidance. The foreman, approved drawings, project specs, manufacturer installation instructions, employer safety policy, and AHJ/code requirements always control the final answer.
Check
Keep your body weight centered low, use a dedicated tag line tied to the bottom of the duct section so workers below can stabilize the piece, and never lean over the open edge to catch a swinging load with your hands.
Steps
Stop and verify the approved project detail, foreman direction, and manufacturer or engineered requirements before acting.
Leading-edge rigging requires a site-specific fall-protection and lift plan, approved anchor points, controlled access, rated rigging, and a clear communication and tag-line plan.
Do not position yourself at an open edge to catch or guide a suspended duct section. Stop until the competent person and foreman have reviewed the setup and assigned each worker a safe position.
Say this to your foreman
how do i safely rig ductwork while standing on a leading edge (harnessed in)?