The Fall Protection Plan - Falltech 7411 Manual De Instrucciones

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Fall Restraint (prevent the worker from having access to the fall
hazard by using a fixed lanyard which is short enough to restrict
access to the hazard).
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Fall Arrest (utilizing Personal Fall Arrest Systems).
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Administrative Controls (use of warning lines, controlled access
zones or monitors).
Two exceptional resources for developing a written fall protection
plan are OSHA 1926 Subpart M, Appendix E and ANSI Z359.2-2007. All
ANSI standards are available for purchase at
standards store.

7.1: The Fall Protection Plan

As a minimum, a fall protection plan should identify and/or address
the following points:
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Any and all fall hazards which may exist on your job-site
or in your facility.
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Steps that have been taken to eliminate each fall hazard.
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Equipment that has been or will be employed to address
each fall hazard.
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Provisions for 100% continuous fall protection in the
vicinity of all fall hazards.
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Training procedures for all authorized persons.
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Identification of acceptable anchorages for positioning,
restraint and fall arrest.
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Clear-fall requirements.
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Use and egress from the system.
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Limitations on use of the system (maximum Free-fall,
arrest force and maximum number and permitted
locations of authorized persons who may use the system).
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Procedures for installation, use and removal of the
system.
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Detailed instructions for inspection of systems and system
components to include rejection criteria and replacement
procedures.
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A detailed plan and procedures for the rescue of a worker
who may be involved in a fall event.
7.2: Rescue Plan
In the event of a fall, OSHA requires that a prompt rescue be
provided. In order to facilitate a prompt and effective rescue, it is
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