FALL PREVENTION |
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| Does all fall protection equipment meet or exceed the appropriate American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standard. |
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| Is fall protection used if ladders, walkways, work platforms, and open-sided floors do not comply with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations. | ||
| Have all personnel exposed to a potential free fall > six feet received fall protection training. | ||
| Are lanyards attached to prevent a free fall of six feet or more. | ||
| Are approved attached points established and marked in areas where lifelines and lanyards are used regularly. Lifeline attach points shall be capable of supporting a load of 5,400 pounds. | ||
| All fall protection equipment shall be visually inspected for defects prior to each use. If there is evidence of excessive equipment wear or deterioration or if mechanical malfunction is detected, the item shall be removed from service. | ||
| Fall protection equipment and assemblies shall be inspected according to the manufacturer's recommendations. Each belt and lanyard shall bear manufacturer identification marks. | ||
| Personnel requiring the use of fall protection equipment shall employ the "Buddy System" or have an observer to render assistance when and if required. | ||
| Is a trained observer present when personnel are performing work involving confined space entry. | ||
| Ensure stepladders are fully opened and the spreaders locked. The top two rungs should not be used for standing or sitting. | ||
| Tag-out defective ladders -"Out of Order" or "Do Not Use." | ||
| Keep all ladders in good condition and inspect regularly | ||
