1. Low Slope Roof Applications.
- Employees engaged in work activities on low slopes roofs, with unprotected sides and edges six feet (1.8m) or more above a lower level, shall be provided 100% fall prevention/protection by utilizing guardrail systems, personal fall protection systems, safety net systems, or warning lines.
- When warning line systems are used, the line shall be placed at least six feet (1.8m) away from any unprotected side or edge, except when mechanical equipment is being used a minimum of ten feet (3m) is required. Any employee working between the roof edge and warning line must be protected by a personal fall protection system.
- Employees engaged in work activities on high slope roofs, with unprotected sides and edges six feet (1.8) or more above a lower level shall be provided 100% fall prevention/protection by guardrail systems, personal fall protection systems, safety net systems, or lifeline systems.
- Guardrail systems must meet engineered drawing and technical specifications.
- Personal fall protection systems must remain secured at all times while the fall exposure of six feet (1.8) or more is present.
